Senior Healthcare Assistant - Hitchin - Sanctuary Personal

Sanctuary Personnel Ltd; Hitchin; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare staffing agency is seeking a Senior Healthcare Assistant in Hitchin, UK. This full-time role involves shaping the daily lives of individuals in care with a competitive hourly salary between £14.09 and £14.20. Candidates must have a Level 3 qualification in Health and Social Care and at least two years of relevant experience. The position offers various benefits, including additional pay for weekend and bank holiday shifts and 33 days of annual leave.

Benefits

33 days of annual leave

Health Cash Plan

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Must have an S/NVQ/QCF Level 3 in Health and Social Care or equivalent.
• At least two years of relevant care work experience is required.
• Numerate and literate.

Responsibilities

• Carry out and delegate care and support tasks ensuring a safe environment.
• Promote choice in the delivery of care and support.
• Complete local and corporate induction and mandatory training.

Skills

Good communication skills

Computer literacy

Leadership and supervision

Education

S/NVQ/QCF Level 3 in Health and Social Care

Job description

Overview

Salary £14.09 - 14.20 per hour + depending on experience

We are seeking an exceptional Senior Healthcare Assistant to join our dynamic team in Hitchin, UK. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone eager to make a meaningful impact on people’s lives while working in a supportive and rewarding environment. As a Senior Healthcare Assistant, you will be pivotal in shaping the daily lives of those you care for, ensuring respect and dignity are at the forefront of all interactions. You will work full-time hours of 37.5 per week including weekend and bank holiday shifts. With a competitive salary of £14.09 – £14.20 per hour depending on experience, plus valuable weekend, overtime, and bank holiday enhancements, this role offers an enticing package for someone ready to step up to the challenge.

Benefits

• Enjoy a competitive hourly rate that truly reflects your hard work and dedication, between £14.09 and £14.20 per hour DOE.
• Enhance your earnings with a 20 percent increase for weekend and overtime work, along with a generous 30 percent boost for bank holidays, giving you extra incentives for times when it matters most.
• Rest easy with 33 days of annual leave, because balance in work-life is a priority.
• Benefit from the Health Cash Plan starting from June, providing reimbursements for essential health expenses.
• Access to our comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support your wellbeing.
• Receive excellent training and support to help you grow personally and professionally within the role.
• Secure your future with our robust Company Pension scheme.
• Take advantage of our eye care voucher scheme.
• Celebrate your achievements with long service and staff awards.
• Arrive stress-free to work with free parking facilities.

What you will do

• Carry out and delegate care and support tasks while ensuring a safe, clean and comfortable environment.
• Ensure that the rights and choices of individuals are actively promoted and supported, and their beliefs and preferences are appropriately acknowledged.
• Comply with national and local policy, procedures, guidelines and legislation.
• Complete local and corporate induction and attend mandatory and priority training sessions.
• Promote choice in the delivery of care and support, reviewing and suggesting enhancements to improve individuals’ experiences. Enable concerns and complaints to be raised freely by the individual and/or their representatives.

About you

• Must have an S/NVQ/QCF Level 3 in Health and Social Care or equivalent.
• Numerate and literate.
• Computer literacy is essential.
• Good communication skills, capable of effectively liaising within a team setting.
• At least two years of relevant care work experience is required.
• Demonstrated skills in leadership and supervision.
• Audit awareness.
• Experience in coaching and mentoring is a plus, along with applicable qualifications.
• You will bring specific competencies relevant to the healthcare assistant field.

Contact

If you are interested in this Healthcare Assistant position, please click the “Apply Now” button above to submit your application. This job is advertised by Ed Stevens.

We welcome applications from individuals with backgrounds as Care Assistants, Caregivers, Carers, Support Workers, Care Home Workers, and NHS Care Assistants.

Please note that due to the specific requirements of our clients, we can only respond to candidates who meet the specified criteria for this Healthcare Assistant role. However, feel free to explore our other open positions that may better suit your skills and experience.

Join us in Hitchin

Join us in Hitchin, a charming market town known for its vibrant community, beautiful landscapes, and convenient transport links. Here, work doesn’t just feel like work—it’s the start of a new adventure every day in a supportive and picturesque setting. Come experience the difference in a career that not only recognises your skills but also values your commitment to care.

Working with Sanctuary Personnel

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