Healthcare assistant in Nursing Home

We are looking to recruit enthusiastic caring and fun HEALTHCARE ASSISTANTS/ HOUEKEEPERS to join our team supporting people to have a fulfilled and active life. 3-4 shifts per week alternate include weekends.

The people we support have differing needs and wishes we are looking for people who are dedicated to making our residents lives happy and fulfilled.

Must be over the age of 18 to apply.

As a Healthcare Assistant youll play a key role in providing high-quality person-centred care to our clients in home care private sector and supported living settings. Working under the guidance of our Registered Manager you will ensure clients receive the best possible care while maintaining their dignity and independence

• Job Type: Full-time
• Pay: 12.71 per hour
• Contract: Permanent
• No sponsorship provided
• Location: Wolverhampton WV11
  

All appointments are subject to a DBS (Enhanced) Check and reference checks

SKILLS KNOWLEDGE AND QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

• Genuine interest in working within a caring environment
• Ability to communicate effectively at all levels
• Team player
• Willingness to participate in Vocational Training Programmes
• Satisfactory Police Check and check against the POVA List (where applicable)
• Right to work in the UK
• Able to work without sponsorship visa for at least 12-months

About You

• Qualifications: NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care is preferred not mandatory
• Experience: Ideally you have at least 6 months of experience as a Care Assistant but we welcome those with a passion for care and transferable skills.
• Passion: Youre genuinely interested in caring for the elderly and committed to delivering excellent service.
• Values: You bring integrity respect and a strong sense of teamwork to everything you do.

What we offer:

• 12.71 per hour
• Pension scheme
• Onsite Parking
• Paid DBS
• Uniform Provided
• 5.6 Weeks Annual Leave (Based on a full-time contract)
• Ongoing learning and career progression opportunities
• A positive welcoming workplace culture where your contribution truly matters
• Access to Employee Assistance Programme.
• Access in-house training and nationally recognised qualifications to support your professional growth.
• Join a friendly collaborative team dedicated to delivering outstanding care

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

Care:

• Ensure the highest possible levels of care are maintained by supporting/assisting People in our Care when required with washing toileting dressing undressing and all other aspects of daily living.
• Assist People in all aspects of their care needs (e.g. physical emotional and spiritual). Provide attention when needed whilst ensuring People retain their comfort and dignity.
• Pay particular attention to assisting People who have limited mobility or physical / learning difficulties making the best use of aids provided.
• Closely monitor People who may be confused and / or who have behavioural problems.
• Assist in the promotion of continence.
• Assist in the delivery of care for People who are dying or who have a progressive illness. Assist with last offices.
• Observe care planning needs for People and complete written daily records as instructed and in line with the Companys policies and procedures.
• Answer Nursecall system giving assistance as required. Answer the door and telephone appropriately. Respond accordingly and pass on messages promptly.
• Make Visitors feel welcome. Provide refreshments/assistance as and when required.
• Make and change beds ensuring that rooms are clean and tidy and commodes are empty in line with the Care Homes disposal of waste policy.
• Assist People who need help during meal times (be aware of swallowing difficulties dietary requirements etc). Assist with serving of food / drinks as requested / required. Set and clear tables and trays. Wash up as requested / required.

People.

• Assist where needed in the rearrangement of peoples bedrooms moving furniture beds etc having due regard for safe moving and handling techniques at all times.

Communication:

• Participate in Staff and Client meetings as and when required.
• Training and Development:
• Maintain professional knowledge and competence.
• Attend mandatory training days/courses on or off site as and when required.
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  Health and Safety:
• Report immediately to the Home Manager or Person in Charge any illness of an infectious nature or accident incurred by a Person in our Care colleague self or another.
• Report to the Home Manager or the Handyperson any faulty appliances damaged furniture equipment or any potential hazard.
• Promote safe working practice within the Care Home. General:
• Ensure all equipment is clean and well maintained.
• Carry out any other tasks that may be reasonably assigned to you

Why join us

• We provide high-quality residential nursing and dementia care thats tailored to the individual needs of each resident and their family.
• Our experienced compassionate teams deliver personalised support in safe comfortable and homely surroundings.
• We promote dignity choice and independence creating an environment where residents feel respected supported and valued.

If youre ready to bring your dedication and passion for care to a role where you can truly make a difference wed love to hear from you!

Submit your CV to our recruitment team and take the next step in your rewarding career as a Care Assistant.

Employment Type : Full Time
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1