Thank you for your interest in the position of Health Care Assistant
in Larne
with Electus Healthcare.
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First, we'll enable your camera & microphone and then ask you to record a short introduction about yourself, about 30 seconds long, to make sure your camera is working ok.
Then, we'll ask you to answer one or more questions of your choice from the list below:
1. Can you tell us a little about yourself and why you’re interested in a career in healthcare? Can you tell us a little about yourself and why you’re interested in a career in healthcare?
2. What attracted you to apply for the Health Care Assistant role at Electus Healthcare? What attracted you to apply for the Health Care Assistant role at Electus Healthcare?
3. Although previous experience is not essential, can you discuss any relevant skills or experiences you have that may be beneficial in this role? Although previous experience is not essential, can you discuss any relevant skills or experiences you have that may be beneficial in this role?
4. How do you feel about working in a team environment, and can you provide an example of a time you successfully collaborated with others? How do you feel about working in a team environment, and can you provide an example of a time you successfully collaborated with others?
5. Describe a situation where you made a difference in someone’s life. What did you do, and what was the outcome? Describe a situation where you made a difference in someone’s life. What did you do, and what was the outcome?
6. How would you handle a situation where a resident is upset or distressed? How would you handle a situation where a resident is upset or distressed?
7. Electus Healthcare emphasises training and professional development. Are you open to learning new skills, and how do you usually approach learning something new? Electus Healthcare emphasises training and professional development. Are you open to learning new skills, and how do you usually approach learning something new?
8. Can you give an example of a time when you received constructive feedback? How did you respond to it? Can you give an example of a time when you received constructive feedback? How did you respond to it?
9. Our mission is to enable residents to have a meaningful and fulfilled life. How would you contribute to this mission as a Health Care Assistant? Our mission is to enable residents to have a meaningful and fulfilled life. How would you contribute to this mission as a Health Care Assistant?
10. The company values inclusivity, empowerment, and collaboration. Can you provide an example of how you have embodied one of these values in your previous roles? The company values inclusivity, empowerment, and collaboration. Can you provide an example of how you have embodied one of these values in your previous roles?
11. Describe your availability and preferences regarding shifts, as different shift patterns, including three on and four off, are available. Describe your availability and preferences regarding shifts, as different shift patterns, including three on and four off, are available.
12. How do you feel about performing tasks that may be physically demanding or emotionally challenging? How do you feel about performing tasks that may be physically demanding or emotionally challenging?
13. Imagine you notice a colleague not following proper care procedures. How would you approach this situation? Imagine you notice a colleague not following proper care procedures. How would you approach this situation?
14. If a resident refuses help with personal care, how would you handle that while respecting their autonomy? If a resident refuses help with personal care, how would you handle that while respecting their autonomy?
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Role:Health Care AssistantinLarne
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{"interviewQueryText":"What are some good interview questions in British English for the job description below?\n\n-------------------------------------------\n\nHealth Care Assistant with Electus Healthcare in Larne, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom\n\n Job Description Location: Larne Care Centre, 46 Coastguard Road Are you looking for a new career in Healthcare? or wanting to Join an amazing team of healthcare professionals! Are you ready for a change? A brand-new challenge, where you can utilise your skills and put your clinical experience to good use? We believe life isn’t simply about a job… it’s about a purpose. At Electus Healthcare we believe in making contributions that will enhance and support peoples lives. About The Role We are looking for caring and compassionate individuals who are eager to make a positive impact on peoples lives. Experience is not essential, as full training will be provided. All we ask is that you are open to learn and have a caring mindset. What We Offer Competitive salary Comprehensive Inductions & ongoing paid training Various shifts available including working 3 days on and 4 days off Paid NISCC Registration Career development opportunities Free onsite parking Free uniform NEST work place pension contributions Send your CV today! Reference ID: CED-CA Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent Salary: £11.44 per hour Skills Needed About The Company Electus Healthcare, a Northern Ireland based Care Home provider specialising in Nursing, Residential, Mental Health, Dementia, Learning Disability and Physical Disability Care. The word Electus means 'Chosen' in Latin. Electus Healthcare’s vision is to provide exceptional care by people who have ‘Chosen to Care’. We foster a culture where our People embody our Values and Behaviours, embracing Inclusivity, Empowerment, and Collaboration. Our Mission - To enable Residents to have a meaningful, fulfilled, and independent life, within a ‘risk safe’ and well led environment. Company Culture Electus Healthcare are a new and dynamic healthcare provider, specialising in delivering the highest possible standards of person centred care. Electus have eight care homes in Northern Ireland, offering a range of services from nursing, dementia, mental health and complex needs care. Would you like to join our amazing team of healthcare professionals? Electus are devoted to the professional development of all our team members, investing in a wide range of training and skill building opportunities that help to boost confidence and ability. The Electus culture promotes team working and supporting one another to provide the best care possible for our residents. Desired Criteria Previous experience in the care sector Required Criteria Closing Date Thursday 14th November, 2024 Contract Type fulltime Salary £11.44 Hourly"}