Health Care Assistant (HCA)

Job Title: Healthcare Assistant – Dementia & Elderly Care in Nelson Location: Nelson, Caerphilly, UK Salary: £13.68 - £27.36 per hour (DOE) Job Description: Are you a compassionate Healthcare Assistant with experience in caring for individuals with dementia and other health conditions? A leading specialist provider is seeking dedicated Healthcare Assistants to join their team in Nelson. This role offers flexible shifts, including days, nights, and weekends, allowing you to balance work and personal life while making a meaningful difference in residents' lives. If you are committed to delivering high-quality care and supporting the elderly and those with dementia, this opportunity is perfect for you. Key Responsibilities: Providing personal care and support to residents Using manual handling equipment safely and effectively Implementing care and treatment plans tailored to individual needs Offering companionship and emotional support to residents Ensuring a safe and comfortable environment for all residents Requirements: Minimum of 6 months experience in healthcare or social care Experience with manual handling equipment in a live environment (training provided) Compassionate and dedicated attitude towards elderly and dementia care Right to work in the UK Ability to deliver a holistic and therapeutic approach to care Additional Information: This is a temporary, flexible agency role with full or part-time hours available, designed to fit around your lifestyle. Benefits include excellent pay rates, weekly pay, online and practical training, support from a dedicated consultant, and opportunities for career development. You will also have access to a mobile booking app for shift communication, holiday pay, pension contributions, and entry into exclusive prize draws. Vetro Recruitment acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Vetro is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merit alone.