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    • Bank (0 hour) positions available | Shifts available between 05:00am - 00:00am, Monday to Sunday | £12.71 per hour (+12.07% holiday pay).
    • Domiciliary care: 1 year (required).
    • £14.00 per hour for your call time, which with rolled-up holiday pay is worth £15.78 per hour, plus 40p per mile.
    • Live in care: 2 years (preferred).
    • Placements and working arrangements may vary depending on the individual's care and support needs.
    • Recording accurate care notes and reporting any concerns.
    • 8AM–2PM shifts – £12.71 per hour | 4PM–10PM shifts – £12.88 per hour.
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    • Work closely with your Service Manager and team to follow and update care plans.
    • Personal care (washing, dressing, grooming).
    • £13.45/hr weekdays · £17.93/hr weekends · Weekly pay*.
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    • 25p per mile + paid travel time + paid training.
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Health Care Assistant/Support Worker
£13 - £17 an hour
Temp to perm, Temporary, Zero hours contract, Part-time, Permanent, Full-time

Job details

£13 - £17 an hour
Temp to perm, Temporary, Zero hours contract, Part-time, Permanent, Full-time
Birmingham

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Job Overview
We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Healthcare Assistant to join our team. This role involves providing high-quality support to individuals in care homes or within their own homes, ensuring their comfort, safety, and wellbeing. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication skills, be IT literate, and have a genuine desire to make a positive difference in people's lives. Previous experience in care settings or home care is advantageous but not essential, as full training will be provided. This paid position offers an opportunity to develop your skills within a supportive environment.

Responsibilities

  • Assist clients with daily activities such as personal care, mobility, and medication reminders
  • Support the implementation of individualised care plans tailored to each person's needs
  • Maintain accurate records of care provided using IT systems
  • Communicate effectively with clients, family members, and healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated care
  • Drive clients to appointments or activities when required, ensuring safe transportation
  • Monitor and report any changes in clients’ health or behaviour promptly
  • Uphold dignity and respect for all individuals under your care at all times

Requirements

  • Valid driving licence and the ability to drive safely and responsibly
  • The successful candidate will be required to undergo a DBS check. The cost of this check will be deducted from salary
  • Experience working in a care home or providing home care is desirable but not mandatory
  • Good understanding of care plans and the ability to follow detailed instructions accurately
  • Proficiency in basic IT skills for record keeping and communication purposes
  • Fluency in English, with excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Strong interpersonal skills with a caring and empathetic approach towards clients
  • Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
  • Flexibility to adapt to changing schedules or client needs

This role offers an enriching career path for those passionate about healthcare and supporting vulnerable individuals. We value professionalism, compassion, and dedication in our team members.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent, Temporary, Temp to perm, Zero hours contract

Pay: £13.00-£17.00 per hour

Work Location: In person

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