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Healthcare Assistant - (NHS Band 4/ 5)inLeominsterinLeominsterPUBLISHED TUE 14 JAN 2025

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Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a young person's life through personalized care.
Attractive pay rates in line with NHS Band 4/5, providing financial stability.
Permanent contract with flexible working hours (24-36 hours per week), promoting work-life balance.
Paid DBS, ensuring safety and compliance for both staff and service users.
Travel expenses covered up to £15 per shift, alleviating transportation costs.
A loyalty bonus of £300 after six months of service, recognizing commitment and dedication.
Engaging and fulfilling work environment, offering a variety of activities that contribute to professional development.
Apollo Home Healthcare is seeking dedicated Healthcare Assistants for a rewarding role providing 1:1 care for a 13-year-old boy named Freddie in Leominster. The position offers a permanent contract with flexible hours ranging from 24 to 36 hours per week, aligned with NHS Band 4/5 pay rates (£180 - £222 per 12-hour shift), a paid DBS check, travel expenses, and a loyalty bonus of £300 after six months of service. The role emphasises the importance of personalized care, where assistants will help Freddie engage in various activities and enhance his quality of life.

Candidates should have a minimum of three months of care experience, including personal care, and a willingness to learn specialized clinical skills such as tracheostomy care and ventilation management. Successful applicants will join a supportive environment that values both their professional development and work-life balance while making a significant impact on Freddie's life and daily experiences.
Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a young person's life through personalized care.
Attractive pay rates in line with NHS Band 4/5, providing financial stability.
Permanent contract with flexible working hours (24-36 hours per week), promoting work-life balance.
Paid DBS, ensuring safety and compliance for both staff and service users.
Travel expenses covered up to £15 per shift, alleviating transportation costs.
A loyalty bonus of £300 after six months of service, recognizing commitment and dedication.
Engaging and fulfilling work environment, offering a variety of activities that contribute to professional development.

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The National Health Service (NHS) is a cornerstone of healthcare in the United Kingdom, established in 1948 with the simple yet profound principle of providing healthcare to all citizens, free at the point of use. This revolutionary system aimed to ensure that access to medical services would not depend on an individual’s financial situation, a concept that has since become fundamental to British societal values.Learn more...
Useful skills for a Healthcare Assistant - (NHS Band 4/5):
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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