Health Care Assistant - #2128090

Health Care Assistant (HCA) 

Location: Walsall
Job Type: Part time
Pay Rate: £12.71 per hour

About the Role We are looking for an experienced and compassionate Health Care Assistant to join our dedicated team in Walsall. You will play a vital role in delivering high-quality, person-centred care and support to individuals, ensuring their comfort, dignity, and wellbeing at all times.
Key Responsibilities

• Provide personal care, including washing, dressing, grooming, and toileting.
• Support individuals with mobility and daily living activities.
• Assist with meal preparation, feeding, and hydration where required.
• Observe and report any changes in health or wellbeing.
• Maintain accurate care records and documentation.
• Promote independence, dignity, and choice.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, healthcare professionals, and families.

Essential Requirements

• Previous care experience is essential.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A caring, compassionate, and professional approach.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Flexibility and reliability to work shifts.
• Right to work in the UK.

Desirable Requirements

• CPI (Crisis Prevention Intervention) training preferred but not essential.
• NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care.
• Experience supporting individuals with complex needs, learning disabilities, or mental health conditions.

Mandatory Training Successful applicants must have completed, or be willing to complete, the following training:

• Safeguarding Adults
• Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Moving and Handling
• Infection Prevention and Control
• Health and Safety
• Fire Safety
• Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
• GDPR and Confidentiality
• Medication Awareness
• Mental Capacity Act (MCA) and DoLS

What We Offer

• £12.71 per hour
• Full-time hours
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Supportive and friendly working environment
• Career progression opportunities
• Pension scheme and holiday entitlement