Senior Healthcare Assistant - Agency

Goodwill Healthcare Services Limited; South Shields; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare services provider in South Shields is seeking experienced Senior Healthcare Assistants to join their team. The role involves supporting healthcare settings on a rota basis, providing essential care services, and administering medication. Ideal candidates will have at least 6 months of relevant experience and NVQ Level 3 qualifications. This position offers competitive pay rates from £14 to £21 per hour.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 months working as a Senior Health Care Assistant.
• Ability to assist with Activities of Daily Living (AoDL).
• Conducting risk assessments and creating care plans.

Responsibilities

• Provide support in healthcare settings on a rota and shift basis.
• Administer medication and maintain documentation.
• Ensure high-quality care is provided to service users.

Skills

Experience in care/nursing home setting

Medication administration

Effective communication skills

Teamwork

Adaptability to different care settings

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Healthcare or equivalent

Medication Certificate

Mandatory Healthcare Certificate

Job description

Overview

Northumberland, South Shields, Northern and Coastal, United Kingdom

Goodwill Healthcare Services Limited is seeking multiple experienced and enthusiastic Senior Healthcare Assistants (SHCA) to join healthcare settings within Northumberland and South Shields surrounding areas, on a rota and shift basis.

Company & Location

Company Name: Goodwill Healthcare Services Limited

Location: Northumberland, South Shields

Position Type: Zero Hours Contract (Temporary)

Pay Rate: £14 to £21

Please note we currently do not offer sponsorship; therefore must have the right to work in the UK.

Experience & Skills

• Experience: Minimum of 6 months working as a Senior Health Care Assistant in a care/nursing home setting in the UK.
• Skills: Experience with medication administration and documentation, ability to work as part of a team and assist with Activities of Daily Living (AoDL), managing teams, conducting risk assessments, and creating care plans for service users. Adaptability to different care settings and effective communication skills, both written and spoken, are essential.
• Driving Licence (Preferred, but not essential)

Training & Qualifications

• Required: NVQ Level 3 in Healthcare or equivalent
• Required: Medication Certificate, Mandatory Healthcare Certificate (both theory and practical)

Right to Work & DBS

• Required: Right to work in the UK, DBS Certificate

Working Conditions

• 12-hour shifts
• Rota/Shift basis

Next Steps

If you're looking for a career with a reputable and supportive company that values professional growth and work-life balance, GHS CARE is the place for you! Apply today and take the next step in your healthcare career with GHS CARE.