Health Care Assistant inDonaghadee inDonaghadee PUBLISHED
TUE 7 JAN 2025
Electus Healthcare rVJBD5S
Competitive hourly rate of £11.44, with £15.00 per hour for overtime.
Opportunities for meaningful work, making a real difference in residents' lives through personal care and companionship.
Supportive team environment that fosters collaboration and inclusivity among staff.
Comprehensive training provided, making the role accessible even for those with no prior experience.
Paid company pension, offering financial security for future retirement.
Flexible shift patterns, accommodating weekend work, which can enhance work-life balance.
Electus Healthcare is looking for a compassionate and dedicated Health Care Assistant to join their team at Edgewater Nursing Home in Donaghadee. The role involves providing personal care to residents with warmth and respect, encouraging their independence, monitoring well-being, and engaging them in meaningful activities. The position offers competitive pay (£11.44 per hour, with £15.00 for overtime), paid benefits, a supportive team environment, and opportunities for career development. Previous experience is preferred but not required, as full training will be provided.
Electus Healthcare, a dynamic provider of specialized care services across Northern Ireland, emphasises person-centered care and a supportive team culture. Their mission is to enable residents to lead meaningful and independent lives in a well-led environment. The company is committed to the professional development of its staff, offering various training and skill-building opportunities to enhance confidence and capability in providing exceptional care.
Electus Healthcare, a dynamic provider of specialized care services across Northern Ireland, emphasises person-centered care and a supportive team culture. Their mission is to enable residents to lead meaningful and independent lives in a well-led environment. The company is committed to the professional development of its staff, offering various training and skill-building opportunities to enhance confidence and capability in providing exceptional care.
Job Description
Location: Edgewater Nursing Home, Sunnydale Avenue
We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Care Assistant to join our team in Edgewater Lodge Care Home. We offer a competitive hourly rate of £11.44 per hour (£15.00 per hour for over time), this is a fantastic opportunity to make a difference while enjoying great benefits.
What We Offer
Key Responsibilities:
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
Closing DateTuesday 21st January, 2025
Contract Typeparttime
Salary£11.44 Hourly
Location: Edgewater Nursing Home, Sunnydale Avenue
We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Care Assistant to join our team in Edgewater Lodge Care Home. We offer a competitive hourly rate of £11.44 per hour (£15.00 per hour for over time), this is a fantastic opportunity to make a difference while enjoying great benefits.
What We Offer
- £11.44 per hour
- £15.00 per hour for overtime
- Paid 4 weekly
- Company pension
- Supportive team and career development opportunities
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide personal care with warmth and respect (bathing, dressing, feeding).
- Encourage and support residents to maintain their independence.
- Monitor residents’ wellbeing and report changes.
- Engage residents in meaningful activities and offer companionship
- Kind, compassionate, and team-oriented individuals.
- Previous experience is desired but not required—full training provided.
- Flexibility for shifts, including weekends.
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
Closing DateTuesday 21st January, 2025
Contract Typeparttime
Salary£11.44 Hourly
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To work as a Health Care Assistant (HCA) in the UK, you will need a variety of skills and qualities to provide effective care and support to patients. Here are some essential skills and qualifications:
1. Communication Skills: Ability to communicate clearly and empathetically with patients, their families, and other healthcare professionals.
2. Interpersonal Skills: Building rapport with patients and providing emotional support is crucial.
3. Compassion and Empathy: Understanding the feelings and experiences of patients to provide the best possible care.
4. Physical Stamina and Strength: The role may involve lifting and moving patients, as well as being on your feet for long periods.
5. Teamwork: Collaborating with other healthcare professionals to deliver coordinated care.
6. Patience and Resilience: Caring for patients, especially those with complex needs, can be challenging, so patience is essential.
7. Attention to Detail: Noticing changes in a patient's condition and following care plans accurately.
8. Basic IT Skills: Many healthcare environments use electronic patient records, so familiarity with computers is beneficial.
9. Organizational Skills: Managing your time and priorities effectively to ensure that all patient needs are met.
10. Understanding of Health and Safety Regulations: Knowledge of infection control, safeguarding, and maintaining a safe environment for both patients and staff.
11. Basic Clinical Skills: Depending on the setting, you may need skills such as taking vital signs (temperature, pulse, blood pressure), assisting with personal care, and understanding basic medical terminology.
Qualifications
While formal qualifications are not always required to become an HCA, some employers may prefer candidates with:
- Relevant Experience: Experience in care settings, either paid or voluntary, is highly valued.
- NVQs or Diplomas: Qualifications in Health and Social Care, such as an NVQ Level 2 or 3, can enhance your employability.
- Basic First Aid Certification: Having this certification can be beneficial.
Additional Training
Many employers offer on-the-job training, and you may also be expected to complete mandatory training courses, such as:
- Manual handling
- Health and safety
- Safeguarding vulnerable adults and children
- Infection prevention and control
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