At a Glance
- Tasks: Assist patients with daily activities and support healthcare professionals in delivering care.
- Company: Caring nursing home focused on high-quality patient support.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, flexible shifts, 28 days leave, and enhanced training.
- Other info: Join a supportive team with opportunities for growth and development.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in patients' lives while gaining valuable experience.
- Qualifications: 1 year of care experience, strong communication skills, and a caring attitude.
The predicted salary is between 12.71 - 12.71 £ per hour.
HEALTHCARE ASSISTANTS FULL-TIME
We are not able to support applications that require sponsorship. We are only able to accept applicants who have the right to work in the UK and live within a commutable distance to the location of the job role and are able to work a minimum of 33 hours per week. Successful applicants will have a minimum of 1 year experience, preferably in a similar role.
Salary: £12.71 per hour
Location: Woodlands, Doncaster
A residential and nursing provision, while also being trained to specialise in dementia care.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist patients with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, and eating.
- Support healthcare professionals in delivering high-quality patient care.
- Monitor and record patients' vital signs and report any changes to the nursing staff.
- Maintain a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
- Help patients with mobility and physical activities as required.
- Provide emotional support and companionship to patients.
- Assist with the administration of medication under supervision.
Requirements
- Experience in a similar role in the UK is desirable.
- Right to work in the UK – no sponsorship provided.
- Strong communication skills.
- Ability to follow care plans effectively.
- Ability to communicate effectively at all levels.
- Experience in providing care in a home care setting.
- Proficiency in English and basic IT skills.
- Prior experience in a care home environment.
- Team player.
- Ability to work on own initiative.
- A caring and compassionate attitude towards patients and their families.
- Basic knowledge of healthcare and medical terminology.
- Relevant certifications such as an NVQ in Health and Social Care are beneficial.
- Flexibility in working hours and the ability to adapt to different healthcare settings.
Benefits
- Permanent contract
- Day / Night / Flexible shifts available
- 28 days annual leave (inclusive of statutory bank holidays)
- Enhanced training
- Free uniforms that are specially made from breathable material.
- Set shift patterns.
- Four-week rolling rota
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- Refer a carer programme
- Store discount
- A friendly and supportive working environment
- Training & Development
- Employee Assistance Programme - Counseling
We think you need these skills to ace Healthcare assistants, Nursing Home in Doncaster
Experience in a similar role
Strong communication skills
Ability to follow care plans
Experience in providing care in a home care setting
Proficiency in English
Basic IT skills
Team player
