Healthcare Assistant / Support Worker (Suffolk/Norfolk)

Job Overview:
We are looking for compassionate and dedicated individuals to join our team as Healthcare Assistants or Senior Healthcare Assistant. In this role, you will provide crucial support and care to individuals in diverse healthcare environments, including Hospitals, Nursing Homes, Care Home settings. This position offers a rewarding opportunity to positively impact the lives of others.

Positions: Healthcare Assistant; Support Workers; Senior Carer
Locations: Suffolk/Norfolk (IP2 8RT, NR2 3AE, and NR10 3NH)
Client Setting: Residential Homes; Care Homes
Shift Pattern: Long Term; 8am - 8pm/8pm - 8am
Mandatory Requirements: All the below listed manadtory training is must required for the candidates to apply
Agency Rate: £11.44 p/h

Responsibilities:

• Provide essential support and care to individuals in healthcare settings.
• Assist with personal care tasks, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting.
• Support individuals with mobility and transfers, ensuring their safety and comfort.
• Administer medications as directed by healthcare professionals, adhering to proper protocols and documentation.
• Monitor and record vital signs, promptly reporting any abnormalities or concerns.
• Assist with meal preparation, feeding, and ensuring adequate nutrition and hydration for individuals.
• Provide companionship and emotional support to individuals, fostering a nurturing and supportive environment.
• Effectively communicate with individuals, their families, and healthcare professionals, ensuring clear understanding and coordination of care.
• Supervise and support junior Healthcare Assistants, providing guidance and mentorship as needed.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans, addressing the unique needs and preferences of each individual.

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Healthcare Assistant or similar role in a healthcare setting.
• Relevant qualifications in health and social care, such as NVQ Level 3 or equivalent.
• Demonstrated understanding of personal care tasks, medication administration, and healthcare protocols.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to empathize and connect with individuals and their families.
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities, with a keen attention to detail.
• Compassionate and patient-centered approach to care, prioritizing the dignity, autonomy, and well-being of individuals.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Flexibility to work various shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, as needed.
• Current DBS clearance and relevant immunizations.

Candidate should have the below Documents:

1. Updated CV
2. Valid DBS on Updated service
3. Mandatory practical and online trainings
4. Manual Handling training (must be practical or face-to-face)***
5. Immunization Certificates
6. Covid Vaccination Card
7. Passport Copy and BRP Card
8. Employment Reference Summary Form
9. NI Proof
10. Current Visa
11. COS or University Letter
12. 2 References (covering 3-5 years)
13. 1 Character Reference
14. 2 Address Proofs
15. NVQ Level 2 or 3 OR GSCE Assessment Test (if any)
16. Details of 5 yaers of address history along with the dates stayed

Mandatory Training Requiremnents***

? Moving & Handling of People Theory

? Moving & Handling of People Practical (face to face )

? Equality & Diversity

? First Aid

? Fire Safety

? Food Hygiene

? Health & Safety

? Safeguarding of Vulnerable Adults L1 and 2

? Mental Health Awareness

? MCA & DOLS

? Information Governance (Data Protection/ Recording and reporting General medication awareness)

? Infection Control ( COSHH/PPE)

? Learning Disability

? Autism

? English Test

Note: Candidate should have all the above mentioned Training certificates.

Quick responsiveness is preferred for shift allocation.

If someone is interested in applying, they should ensure they meet all the requirements and have the necessary documents and certificates ready.

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