Care Assistant

Nurseplus; Dorchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a compassionate team as a Healthcare Assistant and make a real difference in the lives of those in need. This role offers flexibility in your shifts, competitive pay, and ongoing development opportunities. With a focus on high-quality care, you will assist individuals with personal care, medication, and companionship, ensuring they maintain their independence and dignity. Be part of a supportive environment that values your growth and contributions, and enjoy benefits like industry-leading training and discounts through the Blue Light Card. If you're passionate about making a positive impact, we want to hear from you!

Benefits

Weekly Pay

Paid Training

Ongoing Development Opportunities

Blue Light Card Discounts

Qualifications

• Must be over 18 years old and have the right to work in the UK.
• Flexibility in availability and ability to travel to different care settings.

Responsibilities

• Assist service users with personal care and safe lifting.
• Administer medication and prepare meals.

Skills

Personal Care Assistance

Communication Skills

Medication Administration

Companionship

Education

Care Certificate

NVQ Level 2

NVQ Level 3

Tools

Workwise App

Job description

Healthcare Assistant

Join Nurseplus as a Healthcare Assistant – Make a Difference Every Day

At Nurseplus, every shift you work is an opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of those in need. As a Healthcare Assistant, you’ll be providing high-quality care across a range of settings, from elderly care to individuals with learning disabilities, mental health challenges, and more complex care needs. You’ll become part of a compassionate team where every contribution counts.

Why Choose Nurseplus?

• Flexibility that Works for You: Choose your shifts, whether full-time, part-time, days, nights, or weekends, so you can fit work around your life.
• Weekly Pay & Competitive Rates: Earn between £13.15 and £19.00 per hour, with weekly pay and an annual pay review to reward your hard work.
• Workwise App: Take control of your schedule with our Workwise app – manage your availability and easily book shifts on your terms.
• Paid Industry-Leading Training: We pay for you to attend our mandatory, industry-leading training that’s in line with the Care Certificate and Core Skills Training Framework, tailored to help you grow your skills.
• Ongoing Development Opportunities: From in-house courses to funded qualifications such as NVQ Levels 2 and 3, we support your professional growth at every stage.
• Blue Light Card: Enjoy thousands of discounts on the high street and online with eligibility for a Blue Light Card.
  
  

What You’ll Be Doing

Your day-to-day responsibilities may include assisting service users with personal care, safe lifting and moving, administering medication, meal preparation, and providing general companionship. You’ll work closely with care plans to ensure individuals maintain independence and dignity.

What We’re Looking For

• You must be over 18 years old and have the right to work in the UK.
• Flexibility in your availability, with the ability to travel to different care settings.
• A good standard of English and the ability to communicate effectively.
• A clear enhanced DBS, which you can apply for upon registration.
  
  

If you’re passionate about making a positive impact and want to work with a team that truly cares, we’d love to hear from you!

About Nurseplus

At Nurseplus, our mission is to make a positive impact and change lives every day. We are passionate about delivering the highest-quality care that truly makes a difference in the lives of those we support. But our commitment doesn’t stop there – we care just as much for our staff as we do for our clients. By fostering a supportive and inclusive environment, we empower our team to grow, thrive, and make a meaningful contribution to the communities they serve.

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