See Interview Questions for Health Care Assistant Role below. This role also offers sponsorship opportunity for desirable candidates.
Health Care Assistant Overview
We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Health care Assistant who reside in the UK to join our team. In this role, you will provide essential support to service users in a home care setting, ensuring their comfort and well-being. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with healthcare professionals to implement care plans effectively.
Health Care Assistant Duties
- Assist service users with daily living activities, including personal care, personal hygiene, dressing, and mobility.
- Support the implementation of individual care plans tailored to each patient’s needs.
- Maintain accurate records of patient progress and report any changes in condition to the healthcare team.
- Communicate effectively with service users, their families, supervisors and other healthcare staff to ensure a high standard of care.
- Drive to various locations as required for home care visits.
- Ensure that the environment is safe and clean for all patients.
- Participate in training and development opportunities to enhance skills and knowledge in healthcare practices.
Health Care Assistant Role Requirements
- Previous experience in a care home or home care setting is preferred but not essential (desirable but not compulsory).
- Strong IT skills for maintaining patient records and documentation.
- Excellent communication skills in English, both verbal and written.
- Ability to work as part of a team while also being self-motivated.
- Empathy and compassion towards service user, with a commitment to providing high-quality care.
- A valid driving licence and a vehicle is advantageous for this role and for UK sponsorship.
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Referral programme
- UK visa sponsorship
Experience:
- Care home: 1 year (preferred)
- Home care: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (required)
To apply for this job please visit www.glassdoor.com.