Senior Healthcare Assistant

2 months ago


Letchworth Garden City, United Kingdom CV-Library Full time

Senior Healthcare Assistant

We are looking for healthcare assistants to join our community team to contribute to the provision of high-quality holistic care for patients at home.

Position: Senior Healthcare AssistantLocation: Letchworth, HertfordshireContract: PermanentHours: Full and Part-Time (Up to 37.5 hours per week, hours to suit)Salary: £11.79 - £12.62 p/h plus enhancements

Closing Date: 8th November 2024 - Please note that we are actively reviewing applications and interviews will be held on a rolling basis. The advert may close early if a successful candidate is found.

About the Role

As Senior Healthcare Assistant your main responsibilities will be to assist with patients’ personal care, helping to move, position and mobilise patients and observing their general condition in line with the care plan, reporting any changes as required. You will assist with patients’ nutritional needs and update the patient record system.

About You

To be considered for this role you will need to have an NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care or an equivalent qualification and previous experience in a health care setting.

You should also be aware of the physical and emotional needs of patients suffering from a life-limiting illness and those of their relatives and carers and be kind and caring in your approach. Good teamwork and the ability to work a full range of shifts between the hours of 08.00- 21.30 (including some weekends) on a rota basis.

You will need to hold a UK Driving Licence with access to a vehicle with Class 1 business insurance, mileage expenses will be paid.

In Return:

5% employer pension contribution.
27 days of annual leave plus Bank Holidays.
Free on-site parking and catering.
Opportunities for career development with ongoing education and training.
A friendly and supportive team environment with low patient-to-nurse ratios.
Enhancements for evening and weekend shifts.
A comprehensive benefits package, including a cash benefit plan for you and your family, covering dental, optical, hospital stays, and more.

About the organisation

The Hospice provides compassionate, personalized care to patients facing life-limiting illnesses. They are proud to offer a supportive and inclusive working environment, reflected in their recent staff survey, where 85% of employees rated them as an excellent place to work.

Ready to Make a Difference? Are you ready to make a difference  Apply today and be part of a team that truly cares

The organisation is committed to equal opportunities and diversity. We welcome applications from all individuals, including those with disabilities. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK and will be subject to DBS checks as part of our safeguarding policy.

You may have experience in roles such as Support Worker, Senior Home Carer, Care Worker, Health Care Assistant, Support Worker, Nurse, Social Care Worker, Care Assistant, Mental Health Care Worker, Palliative Care, Community Development etc.

PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by Social Care People on behalf of the organisation



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