Healthcare Assistant in Priors Park, Gloucestershire

Newark Recruitment is currently recruiting Healthcare Assistants on behalf of a care provider supporting adults with a range of healthcare and support needs.

As a Healthcare Assistant, you will provide person-centred care and practical assistance to individuals, helping them maintain their dignity, independence and overall wellbeing. You will support individuals with their daily living activities, personal care and healthcare needs while working closely with the wider care team to ensure safe, compassionate and high-quality care.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing person-centred care to individuals with a range of healthcare and support needs.

• Assisting individuals with personal care, including washing, dressing, grooming and toileting.

• Supporting individuals with mobility, transfers and daily living activities.

• Assisting with meal preparation, feeding, nutrition and hydration.

• Monitoring individuals' health, general wellbeing and changes in their condition.

• Supporting individuals with Learning Disabilities, Autism, Mental Health needs or other complex needs.

• Assisting with medication in accordance with training and organisational policies.

• Maintaining individuals' dignity, privacy, independence and choice.

• Supporting individuals to attend appointments and access healthcare services.

• Following individual care plans, risk assessments and safeguarding procedures.

• Providing emotional support and reassurance to individuals.

• Maintaining accurate care records and reporting any concerns or changes in health.

• Ensuring a clean, safe and comfortable environment.

• Communicating effectively with colleagues, healthcare professionals and other relevant parties.

• Working effectively as part of a wider healthcare and care team.

Essential Requirements

• Previous experience in healthcare, care assistant or social care roles is desirable.

• Experience supporting individuals with Learning Disabilities, Autism, Mental Health needs or complex needs is an advantage.

• Good communication and interpersonal skills.

• A caring, patient and compassionate approach.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Flexibility to work shifts according to service requirements.

• Reliable, responsible and professional attitude.

• Willingness to learn and complete all required training.

Training and Development

Full training and relevant role-specific training will be provided to successful candidates. Candidates must be willing to complete all mandatory training and follow the required safeguarding, health and safety, infection control and care procedures.

Additional Information

• Day and night shifts may be available, depending on the service.

• Previous healthcare or care experience is desirable.

• Full training will be provided.

• Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

If you are passionate about caring for others, supporting their healthcare needs and making a positive difference in people's lives, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now!