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Job OverviewWe are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Healthcare Assistant to join our team in providing exceptional care. As a Healthcare Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting individuals in a home care setting, ensuring their comfort, dignity, and well-being. You will work closely with healthcare professionals to implement care plans and assist with daily living activities.
Responsibilities
- - Personal care needs
- - Management of saliva/secretions (suction machine has been ordered).
- - Management of PEG feeds and flushes.
- - Monitoring of weight due to weight loss.
- - Continence care.
- - Management of skin integrity.
- - Full assistance with moving and handling ensuring risk assessment is followed.
- - Anticipation of all needs.
- - Reassurance and management of distress.
- - Administration of medications via PEG.
- - Monitoring of pain
- - On-going therapy for management of posture.
- - Night time needs.
- - Assistance with hydrotherapy
Requirements
- Minimum 2 Years Previous experience as a Health Care Assistant (required)
- Minimum 1 year experience with Brain injury / spinal injury (required)
- Minimum 1 year experience with Peg feeding (required)
- A valid UK driving licence with vehicle (required)
- A genuine passion for providing high-quality care to vulnerable individuals.
- Flexibility to work various shifts, including evenings and weekends if necessary.
Join us in making a difference in the lives of those we serve by providing compassionate and professional healthcare assistance!
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: £11.44-£12.50 per hour
Expected hours: 40 - 45 per week
Benefits:
- On-site parking
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Night shift
- Weekend availability
Experience:
- Health Care Assistant: 2 years (required)
- Brain injury / spinal injury: 1 year (required)
- Peg feeding: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Care Certificate (required)
- Driving Licence (required)
Work Location: In person
