Health Care Assistant (Sponsorship Available) At Britannia Social Care

Employer: Britannia Social Care
Job Title: Health Care Assistant
Location: United Kingdom
Salary: £12.30 an hour
Job Type: Full-time & Part-time

Job Overview

Britannia Social Care is not just a care provider – Britannia Social Care is a community of amazing people dedicated to inspiring and empowering people with complex care needs, old aged, end of life / palliative care, and dementia.

If you are as passionate as Britannia Social Care is about making a meaningful difference in the lives of others, this may be the job for you as Britannia Social Care seeks health care assistants / support workers to care for clients in the Telford area.

Britannia Social Care is seeking compassionate and dedicated Healthcare Assistants with a great sense of humour to join the team on a full time / part time / bank basis.

Britannia Social Care is rated GOOD by the Care Quality Commission and is one of the preferred/recommended providers of Home Care in the West Midlands and Shropshire.

Role Summary

In this role, you will provide essential support to individuals in their own home, ensuring comfort and well-being at all times. The ability to communicate effectively and follow care plans is vital in delivering high-quality support to clients.

A valid driving licence and vehicle are essential for this role. Britannia Social Care does not provide sponsorship for overseas applicants.

You must be reliable, trustworthy and above all kind and caring. Training will be provided to high standards by external and internal trainers and senior staff to carry out duties to an exemplary level.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist clients with daily living activities, including personal hygiene, dressing, and meal preparation

• Provide requested medication support

• Support clients in maintaining independence while ensuring safety and comfort

• Communicate regularly with clients to understand needs and preferences

• Follow care plans meticulously to ensure all health and personal care requirements are met

• Maintain accurate records of client care and report changes in health or behaviour to relevant healthcare professionals

• Engage clients in social activities to promote mental well-being and companionship

• Ensure a clean and safe environment by adhering to health and safety regulations

• Provide complex support (with training) for PEG, NIV and Oxygen therapies, suction and tracheostomy

• Provide holistic palliative support with multi-agencies to ensure dignity and respect in End-of-Life care

Requirements

• One year experience in a home care, nursing home, supported living or residential care home is essential

• Strong communication skills in English, both verbal and written

• Valid driving licence and vehicle are essential

• Basic IT skills are beneficial

• A caring attitude with a genuine desire to help others

• Flexibility to work various shifts including weekends and bank holidays

Working Hours & Pay

Job Type: Full-time, Part-time, Bank

Pay: Starting from £12.30 per hour

Expected Hours:

• Full-time: 37.5 hours per week

• Part-time: 15 – 22 hours per week

Benefits

• Company pension

• Referral programme

• Recognition & Rewards, including long service awards and a recognition platform

• Learning & Development support through Britannia Academy

Shift Patterns

• Early shifts

• Late shifts

• Night shifts

• Long days

• Weekends and bank holidays availability

• Live-in

Education & Experience

Education:

• GCSE or equivalent (preferred)

Experience:

• Home care / Care Home / Support Work: one year essential

Language:

• English (preferred)

Licence / Certification:

• Driving Licence (essential)

Work Location & Authorisation

• Work Location: In person

• Work Authorisation: United Kingdom

• COS Visa Sponsorship: Available

Equality & Inclusion

Britannia Social Care is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse work environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity. Britannia Social Care believes in equal opportunities for everyone, regardless of race, colour, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, religion, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Britannia Social Care values unique perspectives and believes every individual has the opportunity to succeed.

Additional Job Details

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: From £12.30 per hour

Expected Hours: 15 – 37.5 per week

Additional Benefits:

• Company pension

• Employee discount

Commute / Relocation:

• Telford: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person

How to Apply

If this opportunity interests you, head to the company’s official website for full details — click here to submit your application.