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Job:
Healthcare Assistant
JOB: Community Care Worker
Beverly Lodge, Newtownards
Location
£12.81
Hourly Rate
Annual Leave:
5.6 weeks pro rota
Your Benefits :
- Enhanced Bank Holiday Rate
- Access to Employee Mental Health Support Line
- Paid training and induction
- Free on-site parking
- Free Uniform
- Company Pension
Closing Date: Friday 16th October 2026
*Please note we reserve the right to close this advertisement early.
Overview
We are looking for several Healthcare Assistants to join our Beverly Lodge Team, we have various contracts available. Each shift is 12 hours long, either Days 8am-8pm or Nights 8pm -8am between Monday to Sunday.
We are offering a £500 joining bonus, paid after 3 months in the role.
Sponsorship is not available for this role.
Main Function of the Job:
To work as a trained multi-skilled member providing various aspects of care to elderly residents. Training will be provided.
Main Tasks:
The Healthcare Assistant may be required to work in any department of the Home as stated below:
- Personal Care – Assist with all daily living activities, for example, washing, dressing, toileting/incontinence and assisting with mealtimes.
- Follow guidelines for safe movement of clients, using appropriate equipment where necessary.
- Kitchen – All relevant kitchen related duties including basic meal preparation.
- Record food/equipment temperatures.
- Laundry Washing, drying and ironing duties.
- Attend staff meetings and training sessions.
- Complete all paperwork accurately.
- Communicate regularly with the line manager.
- Adhere to all policies and procedures as laid down by the company.
- Obtain NISCC registration before employment and maintain during employment
- Adhere to the NISCC Codes of Practice
- Adhere to all Health and Safety guidelines.
- Ensure the confidentiality of clients, colleagues and the company at all times.
- Work as part of a team.
- Provide a quality service at all times.
Whilst the above is an outline of the duties you will be required to carry out any other duties as may be reasonably required.
The Company is committed to providing the highest possible quality of service and employees are expected to treat those with whom they come into contact in a caring, courteous and respectful manner at all times.
Essential Criteria
- No experience necessary
Desirable Criteria:
- Kitchen or laundry experience in work or a voluntary setting
- Studying for or attained a care related qualification.
- Be registered with the Northern Ireland Social Care Council (NISCC)
- Experience within a paid Nursing Home or similar environment to include personal care experience
The Company operates a No Smoking Policy
We are an Equal Opportunities employer
Please Note: Applicants within the last six months need not re-apply.
A satisfactory enhanced AccessNI check will be required for this post The Optimum Care Group of companies, as per the Access NI Code of Practice, has a policy on the secure handling, use, storage and retention of disclosure information. Copies of these documents along with the Access NI Code of Practice are available upon request by contacting the HR Department.If successful please be aware that we have a policy on the recruitment of ex-offenders. Our Policy states that any existence of a criminal conviction will not necessarily lead to the withdrawal of a job offer, but the failure to fully and accurately disclose all criminal convictions will lead to the withdrawal of the offer.
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Beverly Lodge – Healthcare Assistant in Newtownards employer: Optimum Care Group
Optimum Care is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises employee well-being and professional growth. With comprehensive training, a generous benefits package including a £500 joining bonus, and opportunities for career progression, employees are empowered to make a meaningful impact in the lives of vulnerable individuals in the Ards & Comber area. Join a team that values your contributions and fosters a positive environment for both personal and professional development.
