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Are you compassionate, respectful, and motivated to make a real difference? Join our dedicated care team in Helston, Cornwall!
We are seeking a Healthcare Assistant to assist an intelligent and community-minded gentleman who is passionate about charity work and advocacy for people with disabilities. His commitment to the voluntary sector and social care makes him an inspiring presence in his community.
We recruit specifically for each of our service users, matching not only clinical skills, but personalities and lifestyle too. Our experienced nursing team will provide you with full client-specific training. This is a fantastic chance to join a supportive team and hone your skills in complex care, with outstanding 24/7 clinical support at your fingertips. In the ever-changing world of complex care in the community, you’ll make a real difference with HASCS.
Role Responsibilities
As a healthcare assistant in this package of care you will:
- Provide respectful, person-centred care while supporting his independence
- Deliver person-centered care according to bespoke care plans.
- Be a reliable and considerate companion, assisting with daily tasks and travel
- Maintain accurate care records.
- Work collaboratively within a friendly and supportive home environment, respecting the privacy and needs of both him and his wife.
- Administer prescribed medication or clinical tasks after completing our advanced training and competency sign off.
- Monitor and report any changes in patient condition to the Regional Nurse Manager.
- Contribute to a supportive, high-standard care environment.
Clinical Skills
Please note that whilst experience in these areas are desirable, we will provide service user specific training.
- Moving & Handling
- DRE
- DRF
- Autonomic Dysreflexia
- Observation & Vital Signs
- Specialised Medication Administration
- Medication Administration
- Catheter Care
Personal Attributes
The successful applicant in this role will be:
- Reliable and committed.
- Dedicated and flexible.
- Excellent communication skills including verbal and written.
- Enthusiastic with a willingness to learn.
- Passionate, dedicated, and empathetic.
- A driving licence is preferred for this role.
- Experience is not essential for this position.
- Proof of your right to live and work in the UK.
Pay Rates
- £14.00/hour during weekdays day shifts (Monday-Fridays)
- £14.00/hour during weekday night shifts and all day Saturdays
- £14.00/hour during all day Sundays
- £26.00/hour during all day Bank holidays
- £12.00/hour Sleeping Bank holidays
- £9.00/hour Sleeping Nights
Working Pattern
- Full-time (36-48 hours per week)
Benefits
- Weekly Pay
- Refer a Friend and Earn
- £150 Joining Bonus
- Dedicated Welfare Team
- Company funded training and DBS
- Blue Light Card
- Career Progression
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Supported by a Nurse Line Manager and On-Call team
Please note that this position is not available for international sponsorship and we will require proof of your right to work in the UK.
