Healthcare Assistant

Optimum Care

Employer Location: DOWN
Phone Number: 02891801198
Email: recruitment@optimumcaregroup.co.uk
Web: www.optimumcaregroup.co.uk

Job description

Overview We are looking for a Healthcare Assistant to join our Rathmena team on a Bank contract. The shifts are either day shift 8am to 8pm or night shift 8pm to 8am between Monday to Sunday. Sponsorship is not available for this role.

Responsibilities

  • Personal Care Assist with all daily living activities, for example, washing, dressing, toileting/incontinence and assisting with mealtimes.
  • Follow guidelines for safe movement of clients, using appropriate equipment where necessary.
  • Kitchen All relevant kitchen-related duties including basic meal Record food/equipment temperatures.
  • Laundry Washing, drying and ironing duties.
  • Attend staff meetings and training sessions.
  • Complete all paperwork accurately. Communicate regularly with the line manager.
  • Adhere to all policies and procedures as laid down by the company. Obtain NISCC registration before employment and maintain during employment
  • Adhere to the NISCC Codes of Practice Adhere to all Health and Safety guidelines.
  • Ensure the confidentiality of clients, colleagues and the company at all times. Work as part of a team. Provide a quality service at all times.

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

  • No experience necessary.

Desirable Skills

  • Experience within a paid Nursing Home or similar environment to include personal care experience.
  • Be registered with the Northern Ireland Social Care Council (NISCC)

Further Information

We are looking for a Healthcare Assistant to join our Rathmena team on a Bank contract. The shifts are either day shift 8am to 8pm or night shift 8pm to 8am between Monday to Sunday.

Vacancy ID
1767196
Job ref.
Rathmena House
Job Sector
Carers and Support Workers
Area
Co Antrim
Location
Ballyclare
Salary
£12.81 per hour
No. vacancies
1
Contract Type
Temporary
Weekly hours
0
Published date
01/04/2026
Closing date
10/04/2026
Worktime
Day shift 8am to 8pm or Night shift 8pm to 8am between Monday to Sunday.

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