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Healthcare Assistants urgently needed in Lowestoft
We are looking for compassionate and dedicated Healthcare Assistants to join our team. You will play a crucial role in providing support and care to our clients residents, helping them with their daily needs and ensuring their well-being.
Key Responsibilities:
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Personal Care: Assist residents with personal care tasks, such as bathing, dressing, and grooming, while maintaining their dignity and privacy.
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Feeding Assistance: Support residents during mealtimes, ensuring they receive proper nutrition and hydration.
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Activity Engagement: Participate in and encourage residents to join in on daily activities, including arts and crafts, music sessions, and other recreational events.
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Companionship: Be a friendly face and offer companionship to residents, providing emotional support and engaging in meaningful conversations.
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Light Housekeeping: Help with light tidying and meal preparation, contributing to a clean and comfortable living environment.
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Health Monitoring: Observe and report any changes in residents' health or behavior to the healthcare team, ensuring prompt and appropriate care.
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Support Independence: Encourage and support residents in maintaining their independence and quality of life.
Qualifications and Skills:
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Experience: Previous experience essential: 3 months full time or 6 months part time paid experience is required
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Compassion: A caring and empathetic nature with a genuine passion for helping others.
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Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
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Team Player: Ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently.
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Reliability: Dependable and punctual, with a strong work ethic.
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Flexibility: Willingness to work shifts, including weekends and holidays, as needed.
Benefits:
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Competitive salary
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Supportive and inclusive work environment
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Health and Well-being program
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24hr omnline GP access
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Discounts in restuarants, shops, days out and many more
