Job Title: Healthcare Assistant (HCA) / Care Assistant
Location: United Kingdom
Sector: Care Home (Residential / Nursing)
Pay: Competitive – Weekly Payments
Employment Type: Full-time / Part-time / Temporary / Agency / Permanent
Job Summary
We are seeking caring and reliable Healthcare Assistants (HCAs) to support residents in UK care homes. The role involves providing high-quality personal care and emotional support while promoting dignity, independence, and wellbeing in line with CQC standards. Weekly pay available.
Key Responsibilities
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Provide personal care including washing, dressing, toileting, and feeding
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Support residents with mobility and daily living activities
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Monitor residents’ physical and emotional wellbeing
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Report and record changes in residents’ condition
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Assist with care plans and daily documentation
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Support nurses and senior carers with clinical tasks
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Promote dignity, privacy, and respect at all times
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Follow safeguarding, infection control, and health & safety procedures
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Participate in handovers and team meetings
Essential Requirements
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Previous experience as a Healthcare Assistant / Care Assistant (UK care home preferred)
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Right to work in the UK
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Good communication and interpersonal skills
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Compassionate, reliable, and patient-focused approach
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Ability to work flexible shifts (days/nights/weekends)
Desirable Criteria
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NVQ / QCF Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care
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Experience in elderly care, dementia care, or nursing homes
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Up-to-date mandatory training (Manual Handling, Safeguarding, BLS)
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Immediate availability
Benefits