Healthcare Assistant inEdinburgh inEdinburgh PUBLISHED 24 JUN 2024
Reed rZPtEP3Y
What might it look like to work here?
Stand by, we'll show you...
Stand by, we'll show you...
Job Description
Are you passionate about providing great care? We want to hear from you!
Reed Health & Care in Edinburgh are looking for exceptional and passionate individuals to join our care team. In this role you will be working with clients to support frail and elderly service users.
Duties
No two days are the same, with a variety of different clients to work with on ad hoc shifts or block bookings. Your duties may include:
- Promoting independence
- Moving and Handling
- Assisting with mealtimes
- Being actively involved in activities with service users
- Personal care to service users
- Providing all care with a person-centred approach
The Ideal Candidate Will Have
- A minimum of 6 months experience working in a UK based paid care role
- Experience of moving and handling & providing personal care
- The right to work in the UK
- Eligible to register or be registered with SSSC
- A passion to provide person centred care
- Competitive rates of pay
- Paid holidays when you take time off
- Availability to suit your life (great work life balance)
- Free training & development
- Candidate Assistance Programme
- Free PVG updates if already registered with scheme
- Local support from the team in Reed Health & Care Edinburgh branch
If you interested apply online.
Job Role: Healthcare Assistant Location: EdinburghJob Type: Flexible Contract, Agency
Job Description
Are you passionate about providing great care? We want to hear from you!
Reed Health & Care in Edinburgh are looking for exceptional and passionate individuals to join our care team. In this role you will be working with clients to support frail and elderly service users.
Duties
No two days are the same, with a variety of different clients to work with on ad hoc shifts or block bookings. Your duties may include:
The Ideal Candidate Will Have
If you interested apply online.
Job Description
Are you passionate about providing great care? We want to hear from you!
Reed Health & Care in Edinburgh are looking for exceptional and passionate individuals to join our care team. In this role you will be working with clients to support frail and elderly service users.
Duties
No two days are the same, with a variety of different clients to work with on ad hoc shifts or block bookings. Your duties may include:
- Promoting independence
- Moving and Handling
- Assisting with mealtimes
- Being actively involved in activities with service users
- Personal care to service users
- Providing all care with a person-centred approach
The Ideal Candidate Will Have
- A minimum of 6 months experience working in a UK based paid care role
- Experience of moving and handling & providing personal care
- The right to work in the UK
- Eligible to register or be registered with SSSC
- A passion to provide person centred care
- Competitive rates of pay
- Paid holidays when you take time off
- Availability to suit your life (great work life balance)
- Free training & development
- Candidate Assistance Programme
- Free PVG updates if already registered with scheme
- Local support from the team in Reed Health & Care Edinburgh branch
If you interested apply online.
More information related to this job opportunity, from jobsincare:
Possible interview questions for this job
Click to view Start practice interview NEW!
Please wait...this will take a moment...
Please wait...this will take a moment...
Useful skills for a Healthcare Assistant:
Click to view
To work as a Healthcare Assistant (HCA) in the UK, you need a combination of practical skills, personal qualities, and a basic understanding of healthcare principles. While specific requirements might vary depending on the employer or the care setting, here are the key skills and attributes typically required:
Essential Skills:
1. Communication Skills:
- Ability to communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare professionals.
- Good listening skills to understand patients' needs and concerns.
2. Empathy and Compassion:
- Understanding and sensitivity to the feelings of patients.
- Ability to provide emotional support and reassurance.
3. Basic Clinical Skills:
- Understanding of basic health and hygiene standards.
- Ability to assist with daily living activities (bathing, dressing, feeding, etc.).
- Monitoring vital signs (blood pressure, temperature, pulse) can also be necessary.
4. Teamwork:
- Ability to work collaboratively with other healthcare professionals.
- Being a supportive team player.
5. Time Management:
- Ability to prioritize tasks efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
- Managing time effectively to ensure all patients receive appropriate care.
6. Attention to Detail:
- Being meticulous in following care plans and documenting changes in patients’ conditions.
- Paying close attention to patient safety.
7. Problem Solving Skills:
- Ability to respond to a variety of situations and challenges quickly and effectively.
- Competence in recognizing changes in a patient's condition and taking appropriate action.
8. Physical Stamina:
- Capability to perform physically demanding tasks, such as lifting and moving patients.
- Maintaining energy and stamina for long shifts.
Personal Qualities:
- Patience: Working in healthcare can be challenging; patience is crucial when dealing with patients who may be distressed or unwell.
- Reliability: Being dependable and trustworthy is essential for providing good patient care.
- Adaptability: Flexibility to handle varying work environments and situations.
- Respectfulness: Maintaining dignity for patients and treating them respectfully.
Training and Qualifications:
While formal qualifications may not always be required, having a relevant qualification, such as a Level 2 or Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care, can be beneficial. Some employers provide on-the-job training, and courses in first aid, safeguarding, or infection control may also be useful.
Experience:
Any previous experience in healthcare, customer service, or caring environments can greatly enhance your application. Volunteering in hospitals, care homes, or community services can provide valuable experience and skills.
inEdinburgh
55.95330047607422 -3.188270092010498 Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom 
Locations are approximate.
Learn more