At a Glance
- Tasks: Support residents with personal care, mobility, and social activities in a nursing home.
- Company: SkyCare, a leader in luxury residential and dementia care.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, company pension, free uniforms, and employee discounts.
- Other info: Join a supportive team with tailored training and excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in residents' lives while developing your career in healthcare.
- Qualifications: Experience in mental health care and strong communication skills required.
The predicted salary is between 33 - 44 £ per hour.
We are seeking to recruit
Healthcare assistants with UK based experience to join out team and provide mental care to residents living in our Nursing Homes based in West Yorkshire.
We accept applicants who have resided in the UK for 1 years minimum and does not need sponsorship in the next 12-months
- Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
- Shifts are 33-44 hours per week
- Hourly rate of £12.81
More benefits
- Ø Company pension
- Ø On-site parking, Free parking
- Ø Referral programme
- Ø Free uniforms
- Ø Set shift patterns. four-week rolling rota
- Ø Employee discount
- Ø Refer a carer programme
- Ø Store discount
- Ø A friendly and supportive working environment
- Ø Training & Development
- Ø Employee Assistance Programme - Counseling
Qualifications /requirements
- Proven experience working in assisted living facilities, nursing homes, or home & community care environments with a focus on mental health or developmental disabilities
- Knowledge of dementia care, Alzheimer's care, Schizophrenia care, memory care, and hospice support is highly desirable
- Familiarity with patient observation techniques, medication administration, and vital signs monitoring
- Ability to lift heavy objects safely and operate assistive devices like Hoyer lifts or resident lifts
- Experience working with individuals with autism or other behavioral health conditions is a plus
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team
- Experience in a similar role in the UK for at least 1 year in a Nursing Home
- Flexibility in working hours and the ability to adapt to different healthcare settings.
- Right to work in the UK for at least 12-month without need of sponsorship
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Caring and compassionate
- Reliable
- Ability to follow care plans effectively,
- Ability to communicate effectively at all levels
- Team player
- Ability to work on own initiative
- Relevant certifications such as an NVQ in Health and Social Care are desired
Duties will include but not limited to
- Ø Assist residents with all aspects of personal care e. g. washing and dressing
- Ø Assist residents with mobility - including moving and handling equipment
- Ø Assist residents with eating and drinking, communication and joining in social activities
- Ø Complete all documentation as requested by the manager/nurse
- Ø Maintain a clean and safe environment within the nursing home
- Ø Ensure all policies and guidelines are followed by all staff members
- Ø Act as a mentor to all new care assistants and ensure they are working to their role
- Ø Attend all in house and external training as required
- Ø Report any issues or changes in a residents condition to the nurse in charge
- Please
NOTE we are not able to support applications that require sponsorship.
We will require a DBS check which we can assist with , free of charge and 2 satisfactory references
At Sky Care we offer unrivaled residential and dementia care in luxury homes.
We strive for excellence in everything we do, and make a real difference to our residents' lives.
Our team is one of our biggest assets.
We cultivate a supportive environment for our people, with tailored training and career development at all levels.
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Health Care Support Worker with Mental care experience in Bradford employer: Skycare
Skycare is an excellent employer for those passionate about elderly care, offering a supportive work environment in Kirklees where you can make a meaningful impact on the lives of our residents. With competitive salaries, comprehensive health insurance, and ample opportunities for career development, we prioritise the growth and well-being of our staff, ensuring that you thrive both personally and professionally in your nursing career.
