Senior Healthcare Assistant

Westgate Healthcare Group; Braintree; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Braintree is seeking a compassionate Senior Healthcare Assistant on a zero hour contract to support our elderly residents. The role involves assisting with daily activities, maintaining dignity and independence, and effective communication within the team. Full training will be provided, making this an excellent opportunity for those passionate about elderly care. Competitive pay rates are offered, with enhancements for nights and weekends, alongside numerous employee benefits and discounts.

Benefits

Competitive pay rates

Access to employee discounts

Support for qualifications

Referral scheme up to £500

Financial and wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Right to live and work in the UK.
• Compassionate and positive attitude.
• Previous experience with the elderly is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Support residents with daily activities and care plans.
• Champion residents' dignity and independence.
• Communicate effectively and keep accurate records.
• Be kind and build strong relationships with residents.

Skills

Good communication skills

Caring nature

Teamwork

Ability to prioritize workload

Job description

Senior Healthcare Assistant (bank) – Braintree, Essex

Location: Riverdale Care Home, 65 Duggers Lane, Braintree, Essex, CM7 1BA

Hourly rate: £12.50 to £13.00 per hour, plus night and weekend enhancements

Shifts: Day and Night shifts available across Monday to Sunday

Job @type: Bank - zero hour contract

Come and make a difference with the team at Westgate Healthcare! #CareWithUsAtWestgate

We are looking for a compassionate and caring Healthcare Assistant to join our family at Riverdale Care Home. We are looking for individuals who share our values, have an interest in helping others, a can‑do attitude and who will treat the people we support with care, compassion and respect. If you want to make a difference to the lives of our elderly residents, apply today.

About the role:

• Support our residents with their daily activities, whether this be assisting a resident to wash and dress in the morning, developing their individual care plan or helping them choose their favourite meal
• Be a friend who our residents can rely on to champion their dignity and independence
• Support them to live happy and healthy lives
• Communicate effectively, take on responsibility, prioritise your work load and keep accurate records
• Help with other activities such as serving food and helping residents to eat and drink
• Work in a team, be kind and build strong relationships with our residents, their relatives and team members

About you:

• The right to live and work in the UK
• A caring nature, positive attitude and the ability to work in a team
• Good communication skills, both verbal and written
• Previous experience of working with the elderly is desirable but not essential, as full training is provided

Why work at Westgate?

• Competitive pay rates with enhanced pay on nights, weekends and bank holidays
• Equal pay for young workers who are paid the same as staff aged 25+
• Improve your financial wellness and flexibility with Wagestream; access your wages before pay day and enjoy exclusive discounts at a variety of the UK’s favourite shops
• Access to the Blue Light Card (employee discount scheme)
• Access to other discount schemes; Byond Prepayment Card (employee cashback card), Extras Discounts (employee discount scheme) and Cycle to Work Scheme
• Refer a Friend Scheme - earn up to £500 for a successful referral!
• Internal and external employee recognition schemes (e.g. Employee of the Month and Long Service) and team building social events
• Support in achieving additional qualifications, including nationally recognised qualifications
• Access to financial and wellbeing support through The Care Workers Charity
• Comprehensive staff induction with free training and professional development

We reserve the right to close this vacancy once we receive suitable applications, therefore, an early submission is encouraged. Due to a high volume of applications, if you do not hear from us within 5 working days, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful.

Westgate Healthcare is an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.

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