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Health Care AssistantinBelfastinBelfastPUBLISHED FRI 14 MAR 2025

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Electus Healthcare

Competitive hourly rate of £11.44 per hour, with £15.00 per hour for overtime, ensuring financial stability.
4-weekly pay schedule, providing regular income.
Supportive team environment that emphasises collaboration and camaraderie among staff.
Opportunities for career development and progression with extensive training provided.
Ability to make a meaningful difference in the lives of residents through personal care and companionship.
Flexibility in shift patterns, accommodating work-life balance, including weekend shifts.
Working with a company that prioritizes inclusivity, empowerment, and a person-centered approach to care.
Join Our Caring Team at Cedarhurst Lodge – Health Care Assistant
Are you ready to make a real difference in someone’s life? At Cedarhurst Lodge Nursing Home in Belfast, we’re looking for compassionate and dedicated individuals to join our team as Health Care Assistants. With a competitive hourly rate of £11.44 (and £15.00 for overtime), this is your chance to embrace a rewarding career while enjoying great benefits, including a company pension and weekly pay.
As a Health Care Assistant, you will provide personal care with kindness, encouraging residents to maintain their independence. Whether you’re helping with bathing, dressing, or engaging in meaningful activities, your warmth and support will have a lasting impact. We welcome applicants with any level of experience, as full training will be provided. If you’re a team player with a passion for care and flexibility for shifts, including weekends, we’d love to hear from you.
At Electus Healthcare, our mission is to empower residents to lead fulfilling lives in a safe and supportive environment. Join our dynamic team and benefit from ongoing professional development, all while working in a culture that celebrates inclusivity and collaboration. Be part of something special—apply today!
Competitive hourly rate of £11.44 per hour, with £15.00 per hour for overtime, ensuring financial stability.
4-weekly pay schedule, providing regular income.
Supportive team environment that emphasises collaboration and camaraderie among staff.
Opportunities for career development and progression with extensive training provided.
Ability to make a meaningful difference in the lives of residents through personal care and companionship.
Flexibility in shift patterns, accommodating work-life balance, including weekend shifts.
Working with a company that prioritizes inclusivity, empowerment, and a person-centered approach to care.

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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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