Health Care Assistant

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

-  pay of £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