Healthcare Assistant

MD Healthcare Ltd

Employer Location: BT23 7HH
Phone Number: 02891828999
Email: recruitment@optimumcaregroup.co.uk
Web: https://optimumcaregroup.co.uk

Job description

We are looking for a Healthcare Assistant to join our Beverly Lodge Team on a temporary contract covering Maternity Leave, finishing April 2027. Working 3 X 12 hour shifts, 8am to 8pm between Monday to Sunday. Sponsorship is not available for this role.

Responsibilities

  • To work as a trained multi-skilled member providing various aspects of care to elderly residents. Training will be provided. The Healthcare Assistant may be required to work in any department of the Home.
  • 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.
  • All relevant kitchen related duties including basic meal preparation. 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 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.
  • Whilst the above is an outline of the duties you will be required to carry out any other duties as may be reasonably required.

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

  • No essential skills required

Desirable Skills

  • Be registered with the Northern Ireland Social Care Council (NISCC).

Vacancy ID
1781947
Job ref.
HCA/BL
Job Sector
Carers and Support Workers
Area
Co Down
Location
Newtownards
Salary
£12.81 per hour.
No. vacancies
1
Contract Type
Temporary
Weekly hours
36
Published date
13/08/2026
Closing date
04/09/2026
Worktime
8am to 8pm, Monday to Sunday.

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