Overview
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£13.68 per hour · Newcastle Under Lyme, ST5 · Temporary position with long days and waking nights.
SaferHandCare is a reputable provider of compassionate and high-quality care services, based in Newcastle Under Lyme. Our homes in Newcastle Under Lyme are well established, providing high-quality care to all residents. You will work in a team at the Newcastle Under Lyme homes supporting both staff and residents in residential or nursing home settings.
Responsibilities
* Assisting residents with personal care, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
* Supporting residents with mobility and transfer, using the appropriate equipment where required.
* Providing companionship and emotional support to all residents.
* Listening to patients' concerns and providing empathy and support.
* Encouraging social interaction and engagement in activities.
* Assisting with meal preparation and feeding, ensuring dietary needs are met.
* Monitoring and recording fluid and food intake.
* Administering or assisting with medication as per training and care plans.
* Monitoring and recording vital signs and reporting any concerns to senior staff members.
* Ensuring a clean, safe and comfortable environment for residents.
* Cleaning and sterilizing equipment used for patient care.
* Following infection control protocols and procedures.
* Always promoting independence and dignity.
* Always ensuring patient privacy and confidentiality.
* Treating patients with kindness, dignity, and compassion.
* Respecting patients' cultural and personal preferences.
* Following and updating care plans.
* Working collaboratively with health professionals and family members.
Ideal Candidate
* Previous experience in a health care role within a home setting or domiciliary care.
* NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care is desirable.
* Completion of the Care Certificate is desirable.
* A compassionate, patient and caring nature.
* Ability and flexibility to work in a fast-changing environment.
* Being dependable and committed to patient care.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
* A willingness to undergo relevant training and development.
* Enhanced Adults and Childrens DBS check (or willingness to obtain one).
* Right to Work in the United Kingdom. No Sponsorship.
* A full UK Driver's Licence is desirable.
What We Offer
* Competitive pay rates with enhancement for bank holidays.
* Flexible shifts, ensuring a work/life balance.
* Comprehensive mandatory training, plus refresher training every twelve months.
* Uniform provided.
* Additional training such as medication training, CPI, Children's Residential Training.
* Supportive and friendly staff.
* Range of settings to work in, enhancing skills gained in training.
* Pension and employee benefits, including Blue Light Card.
* An opportunity to make a real difference to people's lives every day.
If you have the relevant experience and are based in the Newcastle Under Lyme area and would like to learn more about the Healthcare Assistant role, then please contact SaferHandCare. Alternatively submit your application for consideration.
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