Healthcare Assistant for Nursing Home( Mental care experience)

SkyCare

  • Bradford
  • £12.82 per hour
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 13 hours ago
Healthcare assistantsJob Types: Full-time, PermanentNo sponsorship provided!We are only able to accept applicants who have the right to work in the Uk and live within a commutable distance to the location of the job role and able to work full-time 36-44 hours per week.The Nursing Home is situated in Bradford,BD3, the 85-room facility at The Care Centre offers a range of specialist care for residents, ranging from Alzheimer's and Parkinson's care, to care for stroke victims.Successful applicants, will have 1-2 years experience preferably in a similar role.Salary: £12.82 per hourBenefits of joining our team, we offer:
  • Permanent contract
  • Day/ Night shifts available
  • 28 days annual leave (inclusive of statuary bank holidays)
  • Enhanced training
  • Diploma Offered from day 1 of your start date.
  • Free uniforms that are specially made from breathable material.
  • Set shift patterns. four-week rolling rota
  • Company pension
  • Employee discount
  • Free parking
  • Refer a carer programme
  • Store discount
  • A friendly and supportive working environment
Responsibilities include:
  • Ensure the highest possible levels of care are maintained by supporting and assisting Residents when required with all aspects of daily living.
  • Assist Residents in all aspects of their care needs, e.g. physical, emotional and spiritual
  • Provide supervision and attention when needed, ensuring Residents retain their comfort and dignity.
  • Observe care planning needs for Residents and complete daily records as instructed
  • Assist in framework of social activities by interacting with Residents and helping them continue with hobbies and activities in the Care Centre.
  • Answer Nurse Call system, giving assistance as required
  • Answer the door and telephone appropriately
  • Respond accordingly, and pass on messages promptly
  • Report on well-being of Residents
  • Clean and maintain equipment used by Residents and Relatives e.g. wheelchairs, hearing aids, spectacles etc
Requirements for the role
  • Ability to communicate effectively at all levels
  • Cheerful, compassionate, respectful, and caring approach, and have good communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Good understanding of the needs of vulnerable adults and the desire to make a positive contribution to the lives of others.
  • Team player
  • Ability to work on own initiative
  • Previous experience of working with the relevant Service User group
  • Experience with dementia, brain injury and nursing home is mandatory
We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as opportunities for career growth and development.We will require a DBS check which we can assist with this and 2 satisfactory referencesAt SkyCare we offer unrivaled residential and dementia care in luxury homes. We strive for excellence in everything we do, and make a real difference to our residents' lives. Our team is one of our biggest assets. We cultivate a supportive environment for our people, with tailored training and career development at all levels.If you are interested in our offer and live in the area please apply below with your CV, fill in and return us the application form attached and one of our consultants will be in touch.

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