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Health Care AssistantinYorkinYorkPUBLISHED SAT 29 MAR 2025

£13:00 - £16:00 per hour
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Make a positive impact in residents' lives by providing high-quality person-centred care and support.
Opportunity to build strong, meaningful relationships with residents, enhancing their emotional well-being.
Flexible working hours with day shifts, night shifts, and weekend availability, allowing for a better work-life balance.
Competitive salary ranging from £13.00 to £16.00 per hour, ensuring fair compensation for your efforts.
On-site parking available for convenient access to the workplace.
Essential training provided, such as moving and handling training, which enhances your skills and confidence in caregiving.
Full-time role offering stability and an engaging work environment within a supportive team.
Join Our Caring Team in York as a Health Care Assistant!

At Go-To Outsourcing, we believe that every day is an opportunity to make a positive impact in the lives of our residents. As a Health Care Assistant, you’ll play a crucial role in providing exceptional, person-centred care that empowers individuals to maintain their independence. From assisting with mealtimes and personal care to engaging in activities and offering emotional support, you’ll forge meaningful relationships that truly enhance their quality of life.

We’re looking for dedicated individuals with experience in a similar environment who are passionate about making a difference. A driving licence is a bonus, but what’s essential is your commitment to compassion and care. This full-time role comes with competitive pay between £13.00 and £16.00 per hour, alongside benefits like on-site parking and flexible shift patterns to suit your lifestyle. If you're ready to bring your heart and skills to our team, we’d love to hear from you!
Make a positive impact in residents' lives by providing high-quality person-centred care and support.
Opportunity to build strong, meaningful relationships with residents, enhancing their emotional well-being.
Flexible working hours with day shifts, night shifts, and weekend availability, allowing for a better work-life balance.
Competitive salary ranging from £13.00 to £16.00 per hour, ensuring fair compensation for your efforts.
On-site parking available for convenient access to the workplace.
Essential training provided, such as moving and handling training, which enhances your skills and confidence in caregiving.
Full-time role offering stability and an engaging work environment within a supportive team.

Useful skills for a Health Care Assistant:
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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