Healthcare Assistant

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Healthcare Assistant to join our team in the Nottinghamshire area. The ideal candidate will have at least 6 months experience of providing essential support to patients in a care home or home care setting, ensuring their comfort and well-being. This role requires effective communication skills both written and verbal as well as the ability to follow care plans while working collaboratively with healthcare professionals. Position: Night & Day Shifts Healthcare Worker Pay rate: £12.71 P/H (including holiday pay) Responsibilities * Assist residents with daily living activities, including personal hygiene, dressing, and mobility. * Support the implementation of individual care plans tailored to each patient's needs. * Communicate effectively with residents', families, and healthcare staff to ensure continuity of care. * Maintain accurate records of patient progress and any changes in condition. * Help with administrative tasks, including updating patient information using IT systems. * Foster a warm and supportive environment that promotes the dignity and independence of each resident. Experience * At least 1 years previous experience in a care home setting. * Strong communication skills both written and spoken in English. * Familiarity with care plans and the ability to follow them accurately is essential. * Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to empathise and build rapport with residents and colleagues. * Basic IT skills for maintaining records and documentation is preferred. If you are passionate about providing high-quality care and making a difference in people's lives, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding position as a Healthcare Assistant for an immediate start. Job Types: Temporary, Temp to perm Benefits: * Company pension * Free parking * On-site parking Education: * GCSE or equivalent (preferred) Experience: * UK Care home: 1 year (required Language: * English - Fluently (required) Licence/Certification: * Driving Licence (preferred) * DBS - registered on update service (preferred) * and up to date mandatory training certificates (preferred)