Care Assistants / Support Workers / HCA-s / Healthcare Assistants needed urgently in Ipswich

Sirona Medical Limited; England; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare recruitment agency is urgently seeking Support Workers/Healthcare Assistants in Ipswich. This role involves helping patients with daily tasks, including personal care and feeding, and requires at least 6 months of relevant experience. Candidates should possess a compassionate attitude and be ready to work under nursing supervision. This position is an opportunity to make a positive difference in patient care.

Qualifications

• At least 6 months of experience in care is essential.
• Previous experience or qualifications in care are required.

Responsibilities

• Help patients with washing, showering, or dressing.
• Assist with feeding and managing mobility.

Skills

Compassionate attitude

Experience in care

Job description

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Care Assistants / Support Workers / HCAs / Healthcare Assistants needed urgently in Ipswich, Suffolk

Client: Sirona Medical Limited

Location: Ipswich, Suffolk

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 57e3306d497f

Job Views: 16

Posted: 12.08.2025

Expiry Date: 26.09.2025

Job Description:

Job Role: Support worker / Healthcare Assistant

The Support Worker / Healthcare Assistant will be expected to help and assist the team with day-to-day routines including personal care and feeding.

The Healthcare Assistants / Support Workers must have at least 6 months of experience in care and possess a compassionate attitude.

Healthcare Assistants / Support Workers help with the day-to-day care of patients in homes, hospitals, or patients' own homes. They are vital members of teams in hospitals, care homes, and clinics.

If you want to care for people and make a positive difference, this could be the ideal job for you.

Employers value a friendly, caring attitude, and respect for those needing healthcare support.

Previous experience and/or qualifications in care are essential.

As a Healthcare Assistant / Support Worker, you would work under the supervision of nursing staff alongside other Healthcare Assistants.

Your duties could include:

• Helping patients with washing, showering, or dressing
• Assisting with feeding
• Making and changing beds
• Turning patients to prevent pressure sores
• Talking to patients to reduce anxiety
• Helping patients move around
• Assisting with toileting and collecting bedpans
• Ensuring the ward or patient’s home is tidy
• Managing supplies and equipment

Your work may involve using mobility aids, escorting patients, and training new staff with experience.

We supply staff to NHS and private sectors, including roles like Nurse, RGN, NMC registered Nurse, Band 5/6, HCA, Community Nurse, and specialist Nurses in areas like A&E, Endoscopy, and Theatre.

Sirona Medical is a healthcare recruitment agency with a strong reputation for providing reliable staff across the UK, with over 60 years of combined experience.

We are committed to high-quality service and building relationships based on trust and excellence in recruitment.