Health Care Assistant

Job Summary

St Mary’s Healthcare and Recruitment is seeking experienced, compassionate and dedicated Healthcare Assistants (HCAs) to join our professional care teams across our residential care homes in the Medway area and surrounding locations.

We are committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred care that promotes dignity, independence, respect and the overall wellbeing of the individuals we support.

We are looking for reliable, motivated and caring professionals who take pride in providing exceptional standards of care and are passionate about making a meaningful difference in people's lives.

This is an excellent opportunity for experienced Healthcare Assistants seeking long-term employment within a supportive and professional healthcare environment.

Key Responsibilities

As a Healthcare Assistant, your responsibilities will include:

• Providing high-quality, person-centred care in accordance with individual care plans.
• Assisting residents with personal care, including washing, dressing, grooming and maintaining personal hygiene.
• Supporting residents with mobility, daily activities and maintaining their independence.
• Assisting with meals, nutrition and hydration.
• Monitoring residents' general wellbeing and promptly reporting any changes or concerns to senior staff.
• Maintaining accurate and confidential care records.
• Supporting residents' emotional, social and physical wellbeing.
• Promoting dignity, privacy, choice and respect at all times.
• Following safeguarding, infection prevention and control, and health and safety procedures.
• Working collaboratively with colleagues, senior carers, nurses and other healthcare professionals.
• Supporting a safe, welcoming and positive environment for residents.

Essential Requirements

The successful candidate should demonstrate:

• Previous experience working as a Healthcare Assistant or Care Assistant within a healthcare or social care setting.
• A compassionate, patient and professional approach to care.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• A strong understanding of dignity, safeguarding and person-centred care.
• Reliability, punctuality and a commitment to maintaining high standards.
• Flexibility to work a range of shifts, including weekends where required.
• The legal right to work in the United Kingdom.
• Willingness to undergo the appropriate Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks.

Desirable Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 or Level 3 in Health and Social Care, or an equivalent qualification.
• Care Certificate or relevant healthcare training.
• Previous experience in residential or nursing care settings.
• Relevant training in moving and handling, safeguarding, infection control and basic life support.

What We Offer

At St Mary’s Healthcare and Recruitment, we recognise the important contribution our Healthcare Assistants make every day.

We offer:

• Competitive rates of pay
• Full-time, permanent employment opportunities
• A range of shift patterns
• Ongoing training and professional development
• A supportive and collaborative working environment
• Opportunities for career progression
• The opportunity to make a positive difference in people's lives

Working Locations

Positions are available across our care homes in the Medway area and surrounding locations, Kent.

Specific workplace locations and shift arrangements will be discussed during the recruitment process.

How to Apply

If you are an experienced Healthcare Assistant who is committed to delivering compassionate, high-quality care, we would welcome your application.

Apply directly through Indeed by submitting your updated CV.

For further information, please contact:

St Mary’s Healthcare and Recruitment

Telephone: 01634 926426

Email: [email protected]

Website: www.stmaryshealthcare.co.uk

Important Notice: St Mary’s Healthcare and Recruitment does not hold a Sponsor Licence and is unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position.

St Mary’s Healthcare and Recruitment is committed to equal opportunities and a fair, inclusive recruitment process.

Pay: £12.90-£13.00 per hour

Work Location: In person