Health Care Assistant - Weekday Shifts in Nottingham inNottingham PUBLISHED FRI 7 NOV 2025 Jump to job information section
£12.35 per hour
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Health Care Assistant - Weekday Shifts Job details Posting date: November 2025 Salary: £12.35 per hour Hours: Full time Closing date: 20 November 2025 Location: Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG4 4HA Company: Quality Service Recruitment Limited Job type: Contract Job reference: 175354 Apply for this job Summary Looking for early weekday shifts as a Support Worker and want to be able to choose when you work? Passionate Care Workers required for a care home based in the NG4 area specialising in the care of those with dementia and Alzheimer’s. You will support residents in their daily routines, helping them to live happy and enriched lives – as well as facilitating their mobility and nutritional requirements. Additional responsibilities could include: • Completing domestic tasks • Adhering to health and safety guidelines • Accurately reporting condition updates If you are interested in this role and think you will be a suitable fit for it we would love to hear from you. If you wish to be considered for this rewarding role you must have the following: - • You must have proven experience within a similar care environment • Have a checkable work history • Have up to date mandatory training documents, Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults, Moving and Handling, and Infection Control. Should you not have up to date certificates we can offer online training, with an added fee • Have an in date enhanced DBS check, if your DBS have expired, we can offer the facility to arrange a new one for you. We are unable to offer support for VISA applicants. This is an ongoing opportunity. Your typical hours will be 07:00 to 14.00 Monday to Friday. You will be paid an hourly rate of £12.35 per hour with holiday accrued
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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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