Healthcare Assistant

Employer: Compton House Christian Care Home

Position:Healthcare Assistant

Salary:£14.25 – £14.80 an hour 

Job Types:  Full-time 

Expected hours: 37.5 per week

Work location:  40 Compton Road, Haywards Heath RH16 2JZ

FULL JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Overview
Compton House are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Healthcare Assistant to join our team. The successful candidate will provide high-quality care to clients in care homes and home care settings, supporting their daily needs and promoting well-being. This role offers an opportunity to make a positive impact on individuals’ lives while developing your skills within the healthcare sector. The position is paid and suitable for those committed to delivering excellent patient-centred care.

Responsibilities

• To assist residents with all aspects of their personal care tasks such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
• Supporting residents with mobility and transfers, ensuring safety at all times
• To enable residents to be as independent and to lead as full a life as possible, promoting choice, encouraging and facilitating them to take part in activities and the planning of their care
• Helping with meal preparation and feeding, respecting dietary requirements and preferences
• Maintaining accurate records of care provided and updating care plans as necessary
• Providing emotional support and companionship to clients, fostering a respectful and caring environment
• Supporting residents with daily activities and events to promote independence and well-being
• Communicating effectively with clients, families, and healthcare professionals to ensure continuity of care
• To act as a Key Worker to a number of allocated residents, taking responsibility for building effective working relationship with the client and their family.

Skills

• Previous experience in a care home or home care environment is advantageous but not essential; training will be provided
• Good communication skills in English, both verbal and written
• Ability to use IT systems for record keeping and updating care plans effectively
• Strong interpersonal skills, demonstrating empathy, patience, and professionalism
• Driving licence is desirable but not essential
• Excellent organisational skills to manage multiple tasks efficiently
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team, maintaining clear communication at all times

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Discounted or free food
• Employee mentoring programme

Work Location: In person

APPLICATION PROCESS

If you’re interested in this role, check out more information on the OFFICIAL WEBSITE HERE and apply now!!