Healthcare Assistant

Description:

Healthcare Assistant

Do you want to make a difference daily supporting residents enjoy each day to the fullest? We’re looking for motivated Healthcare Assistants to provide high levels of care and support to the elderly in Bourne, Lincolnshire.

Gap Healthcare is well established, working with services that are managed to a high standard and are looking for Healthcare Assistants with the confidence and ability to make a difference. You will assist daily living, providing support and companionship whilst maintaining the high standards that are embedded throughout our values and service delivery.

Salary: Up to £11.44 - £16.00 per hour depending on experience
Hours: full time and part time hours available
Area: Bourne, Lincolnshire
Temporary position
Responsibilities Healthcare Assistant

Form positive relationships with service users and provide an environment in which they feel safe and free from harm.
Ensuring each care plan is followed and amended as required to reflect their changing needs.
Assisting service users with practical matters such as accessing the community, independence skills development, cooking, and cleaning.
Providing assistance with personal care, including washing, personal hygiene, dressing and grooming.
Support to identify and attend social and leisure activities.
Providing a positive role model able to offer advice, guidance, and assistance where appropriate.
Skills Required Healthcare Assistant

Previous experience working within a similar environment is required for this role.
Through understanding of elderly and dementia care
Can-do approach and excellent communication skills
Caring personality and nature
Basic IT and computer skills
Full UK driving licence.
A commutable distance from Bourne, Lincolnshire.
Benefits Healthcare Assistant

Flexibility to choose shifts that suit your lifestyle via our app.
Free uniform
Free ongoing training
Full time and part time hours available
Temp of the month reward scheme
Support from out of hours service
Access to permanent opportunities
Weekly pay
Enhanced pay rates on weekends and Bank Holidays
Paid annual leave and pension contribution.
Quick registration process via our online portal
The position of Healthcare Assistant is very rewarding and makes a difference to the quality of life for residents on a daily basis. If you feel that you are the right person for this great opportunity, then please contact Matt Duffy at the Peterborough Office on (phone number removed) for a confidential chat. Please note the vacancy is located in Bourne, Lincolnshire