Healthcare Assistant

Job description

Job Description – Healthcare Assistant (HCA)

Millennium Staffing Ltd is looking for compassionate, reliable and dedicated Healthcare Assistants (HCAs) to provide high-quality care and support to residents in care homes and other healthcare settings. The successful candidates will help residents maintain their dignity, independence, comfort and wellbeing by providing person-centred care in accordance with individual care plans and company policies.

Key Responsibilities

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Assist residents with personal care, including washing, bathing, dressing, grooming and toileting, while respecting their dignity, privacy and personal preferences.

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Support residents with mobility, repositioning and transfers, following safe moving and handling procedures.

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Assist with meals and drinks, ensuring that individual dietary requirements and hydration needs are met.

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Provide emotional support, companionship and reassurance to residents, promoting their independence and overall wellbeing.

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Observe residents' physical and emotional condition and promptly report any changes or concerns to the nurse in charge or senior staff.

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Maintain accurate care records and complete all required documentation in accordance with care home procedures.

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Follow individual care plans and risk assessments to ensure residents receive appropriate and consistent care.

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Maintain a clean, safe and comfortable environment, following infection prevention, control and health and safety procedures.

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Support residents with daily activities and encourage participation in social and recreational activities where appropriate.

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Report accidents, incidents, safeguarding concerns and any suspected abuse or neglect to the appropriate senior staff immediately.

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Work collaboratively with nurses, senior carers, care home managers and other healthcare professionals to ensure effective care delivery.

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Maintain confidentiality and protect residents' personal information in accordance with company policies and data protection requirements.

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Follow emergency procedures, use personal protective equipment correctly and report hazards or faulty equipment promptly.

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Attend mandatory training, staff briefings and supervision sessions as required.

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Maintain professional conduct, p...

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Leicester

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

20-10-2026

Profession type

Health / Medical

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English