Healthcare Assistant inLeicester inLeicester PUBLISHED
TUE 14 JAN 2025
Optical Benefits: £65 per year towards new glasses, contact lenses, or eye tests. GOOD SALARY
24-HOUR GYM PENSION
Komplex Group rIM66ESD
Competitive pay rate of £14 per hour, providing financial stability.
Opportunities to make a real difference in the lives of clients, particularly in paediatric care.
Comprehensive benefits package including virtual GP access, dental treatment coverage, and optical benefits.
Access to a 24-hour advice line for professional support and guidance.
Strong focus on career growth with endless opportunities for development within the company.
Supportive and creative work culture that values employee input and ideas.
Komplex Care in Leicester is seeking dedicated Paediatric Healthcare Assistants to join their team, offering a pay rate of £14 per hour for night shifts from 19:00 to 07:00. This role involves providing specialized care for a male paediatric client with conditions such as Myotubular myopathy, including tasks like tracheostomy and ventilation support, as well as personal care and medication administration. The company emphasises a compassionate approach to care, ensuring that each client receives personalized support from dedicated management.
In addition to competitive pay, the position offers a range of benefits, including virtual GP access, dental and optical benefits, professional advice through a 24-hour hotline, and discounts at local gyms and high-street stores. Candidates with a Level 2 or 3 NVQ/QCF in healthcare are preferred, and the company promotes career growth within a supportive and creative work environment focused on making a significant impact in the lives of clients. Please note that sponsorship is not available for this role.
In addition to competitive pay, the position offers a range of benefits, including virtual GP access, dental and optical benefits, professional advice through a 24-hour hotline, and discounts at local gyms and high-street stores. Candidates with a Level 2 or 3 NVQ/QCF in healthcare are preferred, and the company promotes career growth within a supportive and creative work environment focused on making a significant impact in the lives of clients. Please note that sponsorship is not available for this role.
Join Our Dynamic Care Team in Leicester
Pay rate - £14 per hour
Night Shifts - 19:00pm - 07:00am
Are you ready to embark on a fulfilling journey in the care sector? Look no further than Komplex Care, where compassion meets excellence. We're on the hunt for dedicated and compassionate Paediatric Care Assistants to join our vibrant team and make a real difference in the lives of our clients.
Who are we?
Komplex Care stands at the forefront of national care provision, delivering nurse-led care in the comfort of our clients' homes. Our mission? To empower individuals to lead fulfilling and dignified lives. With a focus on specialist complex care for both adults and children, we pride ourselves on providing tailored support with a personal touch. Each client receives dedicated attention from their very own Operations Manager and Registered Manager, ensuring they receive the highest standard of care in their preferred environment.
You'll be providing care and support to a male paediatric client, whose individual needs include:
Pay rate - £14 per hour
Night Shifts - 19:00pm - 07:00am
Are you ready to embark on a fulfilling journey in the care sector? Look no further than Komplex Care, where compassion meets excellence. We're on the hunt for dedicated and compassionate Paediatric Care Assistants to join our vibrant team and make a real difference in the lives of our clients.
Who are we?
Komplex Care stands at the forefront of national care provision, delivering nurse-led care in the comfort of our clients' homes. Our mission? To empower individuals to lead fulfilling and dignified lives. With a focus on specialist complex care for both adults and children, we pride ourselves on providing tailored support with a personal touch. Each client receives dedicated attention from their very own Operations Manager and Registered Manager, ensuring they receive the highest standard of care in their preferred environment.
You'll be providing care and support to a male paediatric client, whose individual needs include:
- Myotublar myopathy
- Tracheostomy
- Ventilation
- Oral suctioning
- Moving and handling
- Personal care
- Medication administration
- Pension Scheme for long-term security.
- Virtual GP Access: Free GP consultations for you, your partner, and your children (up to 22 years old—yes, we know they’re not technically a child after 18).
- Routine Dental Treatment: Get up to £60 towards any treatment.
- Dental Accident and Injury: Up to £200 towards any treatment.
- Optical Benefits: £65 per year towards new glasses, contact lenses, or eye tests.
- Specialist Consultations, Diagnostic Tests, and Scans: £200 towards any treatment.
- Therapies: £150 towards physiotherapy, acupuncture, or osteopathy.
- Chiropody: £25 towards any treatment.
- 24-Hour Advice Line: Access to professional advice and support whenever you need it.
- High-Street Discounts: Exclusive perks and savings at your favourite stores.
- Discounted Gym Access: discounts available at local gyms.
- Work on Exciting Projects: Help grow a thriving Dubai-based brand and contribute to its global expansion.
- Supportive Culture: A creative environment where your ideas and input make a real impact.
- Career Growth: Endless opportunities to develop within a forward-thinking healthcare company. Take ownership of projects, contribute innovative ideas, and truly make a difference.
- Level 2 or 3 NVQ/QCF in health care is desirable.
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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.
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