Health Care Assistant – Visa Sponsorship Available
Location: Barnsley & Sheffield, United KingdomJob Type: Permanent | Full-time | Part-time | Zero Hours ContractSalary: £13.85 – £14.50 per hourVisa Sponsorship: Available for eligible candidates already in the UK who wish to switch employersDriving Licence: Full UK Driving Licence and access to a vehicle requiredIndustry: Health & Social Care
Start a Rewarding Career in UK Care
Elite Care & Comfort (ECC), a family-owned care provider, is looking for compassionate and dedicated Healthcare Assistants to join its growing team in Barnsley and Sheffield.
If you’re passionate about making a genuine difference in people’s lives and enjoy providing person-centred care, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.
As a Healthcare Assistant, you’ll support people in their own homes, helping them maintain their independence, dignity, and quality of life. You’ll build trusted relationships by regularly visiting the same clients and becoming an important part of their daily routine.
Key Responsibilities
Personal Care & Daily Living
- Assist with bathing, dressing, grooming, and personal hygiene.
- Support safe mobility around the home.
- Encourage independence while maintaining dignity.
Medication Support
- Assist or prompt clients with medication according to individual care plans.
Meal Preparation & Nutrition
- Prepare meals based on dietary requirements.
- Provide feeding assistance when required.
Companionship & Emotional Support
- Provide friendship and emotional reassurance.
- Help reduce loneliness through meaningful conversations and activities.
- Support shopping trips, community outings, appointments, and social visits.
Health Monitoring
- Record client wellbeing using digital care systems.
- Report any changes in health or wellbeing to senior staff promptly.
Household Support
- Assist with light housekeeping and laundry.
- Help maintain a clean, safe, and comfortable living environment.
Safeguarding & Compliance
- Follow safeguarding procedures and health & safety policies.
- Maintain confidentiality and deliver care to the highest professional standards.
Why Join Elite Care & Comfort?
Career Development
- Paid training and ongoing professional development.
- Fully funded NVQ Level 3 qualification after successful probation.
- Opportunities for career progression.
Flexible Working
Choose shifts that fit your lifestyle, including:
- Full-time
- Part-time
- Zero-hours contracts
- Solo care visits
- Double-up care calls
- Social support visits
- Occasional waking night shifts
Supportive Team
You’ll receive continuous support from an experienced and approachable management team committed to helping you succeed.
Modern Digital Care
ECC uses digital care planning and electronic record systems, making documentation easier, more accurate, and more efficient.
Visa Sponsorship
Visa sponsorship may be available for eligible candidates who are already living in the UK and wish to switch to a new sponsored employer, subject to UK immigration requirements.
Requirements
Essential Qualifications
- Care Certificate (All 15 Standards)
- Safeguarding Level 2
- Basic First Aid Awareness
- Oliver McGowan Mandatory Training
- Full UK Driving Licence
- Access to your own vehicle
Personal Qualities
- Compassionate and caring nature
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to work independently
- Physically and emotionally resilient
- Reliable, respectful, and professional
- Genuine passion for supporting vulnerable people
Salary & Benefits
- £13.85–£14.50 per hour (depending on experience)
- 45p per mile mileage allowance
- Paid training
- Funded NVQ Level 3 qualification
- Company uniform provided
- Flexible working hours
- Company events
- Supportive working environment
- Career progression opportunities
Job Summary
Position: Health Care AssistantLocation: Barnsley & Sheffield, UKEmployment Type: Permanent | Full-time | Part-time | Zero HoursSalary: £13.85–£14.50 per hour
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