Tehillah Shelter Foundation
Healthcare Assistant
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Healthcare Assistant
Healthcare Assistant – Tehillah Shelter Foundation, Glasgow
About the Organisation
[Tehillah Shelter Foundation] is a community-focused organisation dedicated to providing safe, supportive accommodation and care for individuals in need. We aim to promote dignity, wellbeing, and empowerment by offering compassionate support and practical assistance.
Our staff work collaboratively to create a stable, respectful environment where residents can access essential services and move towards greater independence. The foundation values inclusivity, professionalism, and person-centred care in all aspects of its work.
Role Description
This is a full-time position as a Healthcare Assistant within our on-site supporting setting in Glasgow. The role focuses on providing direct, person-centred support to residents while assisting with daily living activities, mobility, and healthcare needs.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide direct support to residents, enhancing their dignity, comfort, and independence
- Assistance with personal care (including washing, dressing, and mobility)
- Monitor residents' wellbeing and report any changes to senior staff or healthcare professionals promptly
- Ensure medicines are handled, stored, and administered safely, adhering to policies and guidance under appropriate supervision
- Contribute to manual handling tasks while maintaining Health & Safety standards
- Follow and implement individualised care plans
- Maintain and update accurate records to document resident’s wellbeing and care needs
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organised environment
- Contribute to coordinated teamwork to deliver high-quality, responsive care
- Foster positive relationships with residents, families, and colleagues
- Provide emotional and practical support to promote mental and physical wellbeing
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Qualifications and Experience
To be successful in this role, candidates should possess the following:
- Strong Patient Care and Basic Medicine Awareness skills to support residents’ daily health and wellbeing, under guidance from qualified professionals
- Formal or equivalent training in Manual Handling, with strong awareness of Health & Safety practices
- Outstanding Interpersonal Skills, including:
- Clear communication (verbal and written)
- Empathy and emotional sensitivity
- Ability to build trust and rapport with residents, families, and colleagues
- Relevant experience as a Healthcare Assistant, Support Worker, or similar care role in shelter, residential, or healthcare settings
- A relevant care-related qualification, such as:
- NVQ/SVQ in Health and Social Care
- Insustry-recognised training in first aid
- Safeguarding and infection control (up-to-date certification advantageous)
- Ability to work flexibly across shifts
- Proficiency in adhering to established procedural guidelines while maintaining confidentiality
- Commitment to non-discriminatory, person-centred care principles
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