Healthcare Assistant Job Newcastle area,Newcastle upon Tyne England UK,Healthcare

Superior Healthcare are urgently looking for Healthcare Assistants
!

Superior Healthcare are recruiting a Healthcare Assistant to support a client in Tunbridge Wells.

Benefits

Pay rates £16.00 – £19.00 per hour (Bank holidays up to £30)
Thorough induction, and ongoing paid training
Option to work towards an NVQ/Diploma.
Holiday Pay.
Great Company Pension.
Blue Light Card – we’ll pay for it!
Referral Scheme: receive LOVE2

SHOP vouchers when you refer-a-friend.
Access to employee assistance program.
Menopause support
Ongoing support provided by our team of nurses and supervisors.

Our client is a friendly gentleman living with a spinal cord injury following an accident. He requires 24‑hour support to help him live comfortably and maintain his independence uses an electric wheelchair
, which he manages very well himself, and has a suprapubic catheter that requires daily care.

He experiences spasms in his arms and legs, so part of the role includes supporting him with gentle, passive exercises when needed. He really appreciates carers who are patient, kind, and take the time to listen.

Outside of his care, he enjoys getting out for fresh air and especially loves fishing when the weather allows, so it’s a lovely opportunity to support him with activities he enjoys.

We’re looking for carers who are compassionate, reliable, and happy to go the extra mile to make a real difference in someone’s day-to-day life.

Shifts

Monday to Sunday – long days 8am-8pm, wake night 8pm-8am and shorter shift 8am-2pm.

* You must be based in the UK to apply for this role – we do not offer VISA sponsorship*

Responsibilities

To show the client dignity and respect at all times.
To regularly refer to and follow care plans written by the Nurse Manager to ensure exceptional person-centred care is provided.
To be an advocate for the client, working in their best interest and in accordance with Superior Healthcare's policies and procedures.
To be calm, friendly and engaging with the client around their interests and hobbies.
To closely observe and monitor the client and keep thorough documentation.

Requirements

Minimum 6 months UK based care experience.
Full UK driving licence.
Full Right to work in the UK.

Benefits

Blue Light Card - we’ll pay for it.
Enrol onto a Level 2 to Level 5 diploma.
Earn a £50 voucher for every friend you refer who joins our team.
Thorough paid training and supported induction, with annual paid refreshers.
Wellbeing support including up to six counselling sessions.
In-house wellbeing team to support you.
24/7 live chat and video calls with trained counsellors, and free financial and legal advice.
We reward Employees of the Month with a £100 voucher.
Employee events throughout the year, including fish and chips on the beach.
Consistent support from our team of Nurses and Field Care Supervisors.
In-house women's health support.