Healthcare Assistant inStockport inStockport PUBLISHED 15 NOV 2024
£15.00 per hour GOOD SALARY
Apollo Home Healthcare r1hYOAKH
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Alongside providing care and support in a professional, discreet, and caring manner, always ensuring the service users right to privacy and dignity is maintained.
Job SummaryIf you're looking for a rewarding new role within healthcare, you are in the right place!
Working in healthcare can be incredibly fulfilling as it allows you to make a positive impact on people's everyday lives.
We're looking for committed and engaging individuals to support our service user with his care needs throughout the night on a 1:1 basis.
Our service user is a happy 10-year-old boy, who lives at home with his mum in Stockport.
He loves lots of interaction, having fun, and socialising with his family, friends, and care team. At home he enjoys playing on his IPAD, watching TikTok videos, films, and exploring arts and crafts ac.
He is very chatty and is looking for an outgoing and friendly care team he can make fun memories with. He enjoys days out and exploring the outdoors so you will be sure to hear all about his day when you are supporting him.
You will support with all aspects of his care and be vigilant to his needs, which can be intense at times. This includes personal care, tending to his clinical needs and carrying out regular observations. He is wheelchair dependent so does require support with moving and hoisting.
Main duties of the job
We believe in creating a warm and inclusive environment where our young service user can thrive, and we're seeking a care team who shares our vision. If you're passionate about making a positive difference in the life of a child and have experience or a willingness to learn about complex care needs, we want to hear from you!
It is essential for this position that candidates have previous experience in supporting and working with children within a healthcare setting
We have the following shifts available;
- Full Time or Part Time Nights - 2-3 shifts per week
- 7:15pm - 7:30am
- Sundays are essential for this position
Weeknights £15.00 per hour (Approx. £183.75 per 12.25-hour shift)
Saturday £15.50 per hour (Approx. £189 per 12.25-hour shift)
Sunday £16.00 per hour (Approx. £196 per 12.25-hour shift)
Bank Holiday £18.50 per hour (Approx. £226 per12.25-hourr shift)
This is a personally rewarding role where you can build on your clinical skills and experience, whilst delivering exceptional care and support to our service user, really making an impact on his day-to-day life.
About Us
We specialise in the provision of highly complex clinical care services delivered in the homes of service users.
We are passionate about delivering the highest standard of care and we recognise that our Nurses, Healthcare Assistants and Support Workers are integral to doing this.
In return for your hard work and dedication you will receive:
- Flexible hours to suit*
- Confirmed rotas
- Excellent rates of pay - Weekly
- Holiday pay
- Excellent rewards and recognition scheme
- Opportunity to work with other service users in the area*
- Ongoing professional training and development
06 September 2024
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£15 to £18.50 an hour
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
E0023-STOCKPORT2
Job locations
1
Please note we are unable to supply the actual address
The Area Below Is Where The Role Is Located:
Stockport, Greater Manchester
SK5 6UX
Job Description
Job responsibilities
The role of a Healthcare Assistant (HCA) is to work without direct supervision in the home of the service user providing care and support including personal, social, and domestic support whilst adhering to the service users individual care and support plan.
The aim of the position is to enable service users to remain safely in their own home with as much independence as possible.
Alongside providing care and support in a professional, discreet, and caring manner, always ensuring the service users right to privacy and dignity is maintained
Job Description Job Responsibilities
The role of a Healthcare Assistant (HCA) is to work without direct supervision in the home of the service user providing care and support including personal, social, and domestic support whilst adhering to the service users individual care and support plan.
The aim of the position is to enable service users to remain safely in their own home with as much independence as possible.
Alongside providing care and support in a professional, discreet, and caring manner, always ensuring the service users right to privacy and dignity is maintained
Person Specification
Experience Essential
- 3 months previous care experience supporting children
- Personal Care
- Moving and Handling
- Medication Administration
- Clinical Care experience
- Tracheostomy care
- PEG Feeding
- Ventilation Care
- Cough Assist
- 3 months previous care experience supporting children
- Personal Care
- Moving and Handling
- Medication Administration
- Clinical Care experience
- Tracheostomy care
- PEG Feeding
- Ventilation Care
- Cough Assist
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Ca
Job Summary
If you're looking for a rewarding new role within healthcare, you are in the right place!
Working in healthcare can be incredibly fulfilling as it allows you to make a positive impact on people's everyday lives.
We're looking for committed and engaging individuals to support our service user with his care needs throughout the night on a 1:1 basis.
Our service user is a happy 10-year-old boy, who lives at home with his mum in Stockport.
He loves lots of interaction, having fun, and socialising with his family, friends, and care team. At home he enjoys playing on his IPAD, watching TikTok videos, films, and exploring arts and crafts ac.
He is very chatty and is looking for an outgoing and friendly care team he can make fun memories with. He enjoys days out and exploring the outdoors so you will be sure to hear all about his day when you are supporting him.
You will support with all aspects of his care and be vigilant to his needs, which can be intense at times. This includes personal care, tending to his clinical needs and carrying out regular observations. He is wheelchair dependent so does require support with moving and hoisting.
Main duties of the job
We believe in creating a warm and inclusive environment where our young service user can thrive, and we're seeking a care team who shares our vision. If you're passionate about making a positive difference in the life of a child and have experience or a willingness to learn about complex care needs, we want to hear from you!
It is essential for this position that candidates have previous experience in supporting and working with children within a healthcare setting
We have the following shifts available;
Weeknights £15.00 per hour (Approx. £183.75 per 12.25-hour shift)
Saturday £15.50 per hour (Approx. £189 per 12.25-hour shift)
Sunday £16.00 per hour (Approx. £196 per 12.25-hour shift)
Bank Holiday £18.50 per hour (Approx. £226 per12.25-hourr shift)
This is a personally rewarding role where you can build on your clinical skills and experience, whilst delivering exceptional care and support to our service user, really making an impact on his day-to-day life.
About Us
We specialise in the provision of highly complex clinical care services delivered in the homes of service users.
We are passionate about delivering the highest standard of care and we recognise that our Nurses, Healthcare Assistants and Support Workers are integral to doing this.
In return for your hard work and dedication you will receive:
06 September 2024
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£15 to £18.50 an hour
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
E0023-STOCKPORT2
Job locations
1
Please note we are unable to supply the actual address
The Area Below Is Where The Role Is Located:
Stockport, Greater Manchester
SK5 6UX
Job Description
Job responsibilities
The role of a Healthcare Assistant (HCA) is to work without direct supervision in the home of the service user providing care and support including personal, social, and domestic support whilst adhering to the service users individual care and support plan.
The aim of the position is to enable service users to remain safely in their own home with as much independence as possible.
Alongside providing care and support in a professional, discreet, and caring manner, always ensuring the service users right to privacy and dignity is maintained
Job Description Job Responsibilities
The role of a Healthcare Assistant (HCA) is to work without direct supervision in the home of the service user providing care and support including personal, social, and domestic support whilst adhering to the service users individual care and support plan.
The aim of the position is to enable service users to remain safely in their own home with as much independence as possible.
Alongside providing care and support in a professional, discreet, and caring manner, always ensuring the service users right to privacy and dignity is maintained
Person Specification
Experience Essential
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Ca
If you're looking for a rewarding new role within healthcare, you are in the right place!
Working in healthcare can be incredibly fulfilling as it allows you to make a positive impact on people's everyday lives.
We're looking for committed and engaging individuals to support our service user with his care needs throughout the night on a 1:1 basis.
Our service user is a happy 10-year-old boy, who lives at home with his mum in Stockport.
He loves lots of interaction, having fun, and socialising with his family, friends, and care team. At home he enjoys playing on his IPAD, watching TikTok videos, films, and exploring arts and crafts ac.
He is very chatty and is looking for an outgoing and friendly care team he can make fun memories with. He enjoys days out and exploring the outdoors so you will be sure to hear all about his day when you are supporting him.
You will support with all aspects of his care and be vigilant to his needs, which can be intense at times. This includes personal care, tending to his clinical needs and carrying out regular observations. He is wheelchair dependent so does require support with moving and hoisting.
Main duties of the job
We believe in creating a warm and inclusive environment where our young service user can thrive, and we're seeking a care team who shares our vision. If you're passionate about making a positive difference in the life of a child and have experience or a willingness to learn about complex care needs, we want to hear from you!
It is essential for this position that candidates have previous experience in supporting and working with children within a healthcare setting
We have the following shifts available;
- Full Time or Part Time Nights - 2-3 shifts per week
- 7:15pm - 7:30am
- Sundays are essential for this position
Weeknights £15.00 per hour (Approx. £183.75 per 12.25-hour shift)
Saturday £15.50 per hour (Approx. £189 per 12.25-hour shift)
Sunday £16.00 per hour (Approx. £196 per 12.25-hour shift)
Bank Holiday £18.50 per hour (Approx. £226 per12.25-hourr shift)
This is a personally rewarding role where you can build on your clinical skills and experience, whilst delivering exceptional care and support to our service user, really making an impact on his day-to-day life.
About Us
We specialise in the provision of highly complex clinical care services delivered in the homes of service users.
We are passionate about delivering the highest standard of care and we recognise that our Nurses, Healthcare Assistants and Support Workers are integral to doing this.
In return for your hard work and dedication you will receive:
- Flexible hours to suit*
- Confirmed rotas
- Excellent rates of pay - Weekly
- Holiday pay
- Excellent rewards and recognition scheme
- Opportunity to work with other service users in the area*
- Ongoing professional training and development
06 September 2024
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£15 to £18.50 an hour
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
E0023-STOCKPORT2
Job locations
1
Please note we are unable to supply the actual address
The Area Below Is Where The Role Is Located:
Stockport, Greater Manchester
SK5 6UX
Job Description
Job responsibilities
The role of a Healthcare Assistant (HCA) is to work without direct supervision in the home of the service user providing care and support including personal, social, and domestic support whilst adhering to the service users individual care and support plan.
The aim of the position is to enable service users to remain safely in their own home with as much independence as possible.
Alongside providing care and support in a professional, discreet, and caring manner, always ensuring the service users right to privacy and dignity is maintained
Job Description Job Responsibilities
The role of a Healthcare Assistant (HCA) is to work without direct supervision in the home of the service user providing care and support including personal, social, and domestic support whilst adhering to the service users individual care and support plan.
The aim of the position is to enable service users to remain safely in their own home with as much independence as possible.
Alongside providing care and support in a professional, discreet, and caring manner, always ensuring the service users right to privacy and dignity is maintained
Person Specification
Experience Essential
- 3 months previous care experience supporting children
- Personal Care
- Moving and Handling
- Medication Administration
- Clinical Care experience
- Tracheostomy care
- PEG Feeding
- Ventilation Care
- Cough Assist
- 3 months previous care experience supporting children
- Personal Care
- Moving and Handling
- Medication Administration
- Clinical Care experience
- Tracheostomy care
- PEG Feeding
- Ventilation Care
- Cough Assist
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Ca
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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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