Healthcare Assistant

Atrium Associates Ltd • Temporary • Darlington, Darlington, England, United Kingdom • £12.71 - £17 / hour • 14h ago

Job Title: Healthcare Assistant (HCA)
Job Type: Temporary / Agency / Flexible Shifts
Location: Darlington

About Us
Atrium Healthcare is a leading healthcare recruitment agency specializing in providing high-quality temporary staffing solutions for care homes and various healthcare facilities. We are currently seeking compassionate and dedicated Temporary Healthcare Assistants to support our clients in delivering exceptional care to their residents. This care home is based in Darlington.

Job Summary
As a Healthcare Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting the healthcare team within care homes. You will assist residents with daily activities and personal care, ensuring their comfort and well-being while promoting a nurturing environment.

Key Responsibilities
·Assist residents with daily living activities, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and eating.
·Monitor residents' vital signs and report any changes to the healthcare team.
·Provide emotional support and companionship to residents.
·Help residents with mobility and encourage participation in activities.
·Assist with medication administration under supervision, when required.
·Maintain a clean and safe environment for residents and staff.
·Document care provided and report observations to senior staff.
·Follow all health and safety guidelines and best practices.

Qualifications
·Previous experience as a Healthcare Assistant or in a care giving role is preferred (minimum of six months).
·Moving and Handling, First Aid and Basic Life Support training (Certificate required).
·Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
·Ability to work flexibly, including weekends and holidays.
·Compassionate, patient, and attentive to the needs of residents.
·Reliable and capable of following instructions and procedures.

Benefits
·Competitive hourly rates and flexible scheduling to fit your availability.
·Weekly Pay.
·Friendly on call team, 24/7.
·Access to all permanent vacancies.
·Opportunity to gain experience in various care home settings.
·Ongoing training and support from our dedicated team.
·A chance to make a positive impact in the lives of residents.

As an agency staff member, you will have the flexibility with working hours whilst also benefiting from competitive rates of pay and opportunities for ongoing training. We understand the importance of work-life balance and we want our staff to remain positive and motivated - most importantly happy.
If you meet the above criteria and are passionate about providing high-quality care, please apply with your CV.

Join Atrium Healthcare in supporting the UK Health and Social Care sector!

**Atrium is an equal opportunity employer, and all hiring decisions are subject to international and local employment laws and regulations. All open positions offered by Atrium are subject to specific job requirements, however, we endeavour to ensure fairness and equal opportunities. We welcome applications from suitably skilled candidates regardless of ethnicity, gender, disability, sexuality, religion, or age. **

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