Health Care Assistant - Southminster

Care Assistant - Southminster, CM0Pay: 14.25 - £16.50 per hourLocation: Southminster, Essex, CM0Job Type: Part-TimeShifts: 12-hour shiftsRequirements: Minimum 6 months' care experience (Driver preferred)Help Someone Live Their Life on Their TermsWe're looking for compassionate and reliable Care Assistants to support a friendly woman in her mid-50s as she returns home following a prolonged hospital stay.She lives with her supportive family and two much-loved dogs, who are a big part of daily life. She has a warm personality, enjoys spending time with family and friends, watching crime documentaries, browsing online shops, visiting garden centres and keeping up with her favourite television programmes.For her and her family, coming home is about more than leaving hospital. Their goal is to see her smiling, enjoying life and rebuilding as much independence as possible, with the support of a dedicated care team around her.About the RoleThis is a rewarding one-to-one role where you'll provide personalised support in a family home environment, helping someone regain confidence and work towards their rehabilitation goals.You will support with daily living activities, mobility, personal care and specialist clinical needs, while encouraging independence, choice and dignity at every opportunity.Just as important as the practical support is taking the time to build a positive, trusting relationship and helping her continue to enjoy the things that make life meaningful.What You'll Be DoingYour responsibilities may include:Personal care, dressing and daily routinesSupporting mobility and rehabilitation goalsMonitoring wellbeing and reporting concernsSupporting nutrition, medication and clinical care needsEncouraging independence and involvement in everyday decisionsProviding reassurance and emotional supportWorking closely with family members and the wider clinical team to ensure safe, consistent careAll specialist care will be provided in line with training, care plans and competency assessments, ensuring you feel confident and supported in your role.The Kind of Person We're Looking ForWe're looking for someone who is kind, patient and genuinely enjoys getting to know the people they support.You'll be someone who:Has at least 6 months' previous care experienceHas experience with tracheostomy care or other specialist care needs (desirable)Communicates clearly and confidentlyTakes a calm and reassuring approachIs reliable, proactive and able to work independentlyUnderstands the importance of dignity, choice and person-centred careCan build rapport and meaningful relationships with both clients and their familiesThis individual communicates in different ways and may sometimes need extra time to express her wishes and preferences. We're looking for carers who are patient, attentive and committed to ensuring her voice is always heard.Why Join HFH Healthcare?At HFH Healthcare, you won't be rushing between multiple visits. You'll support one client per shift, allowing you to provide truly personalised care and make a genuine difference.We offer:£14.25 - £16.50 per hourEnhanced weekend and bank holiday ratesPaid annual leaveCompany pension schemeDirect PAYE employmentCarer Recognition ProgrammeRefer a Friend Scheme (£150 for Carers and £500 for Registered Nurses)Free confidential wellbeing support helplineBlue Light Card discounts and savingsOngoing support from our dedicated clinical and operational teamsReady to Make a Difference?If you're passionate about helping people live as independently as possible and want to be part of a supportive team that truly values person-centred care, we'd love to hear from you.Apply today and help someone make a successful return home, rebuild confidence and continue enjoying the people, activities and routines that matter most to them.INDX