Doddington (Peterborough)- Care assistants/Support workers/Healthcare assistants

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

Job summary

A healthcare recruitment agency is seeking a Support Worker/Healthcare Assistant in Cambridge. The role involves assisting patients with daily routines, including personal care and mobility support. Ideal candidates will have at least 6 months of care experience and a compassionate attitude. This position offers an opportunity to make a positive difference in patients' lives.

Qualifications

• At least 6 months of experience in care.
• Ability to assist with personal care and feeding.
• Experience in using mobility aids.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with washing, showering, or dressing.
• Serve food or assist with eating.
• Maintain cleanliness of wards or homes.

Skills

Compassion

Communication

Attention to detail

Job description

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Doddington (Peterborough) - Care assistants/Support workers/Healthcare assistants, Cambridge

Client:

Sirona Medical Limited

Location:

Cambridge, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

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Job Views:

17

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 demonstrate compassion.

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 hospital and clinic teams.

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 care experience and/or qualifications are essential.

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

Your duties may include:

• Helping patients with washing, showering, or dressing
• Serving food or assisting with eating
• Making and changing beds
• Turning bedridden patients to prevent pressure sores
• Talking to patients to reduce anxiety
• Assisting patients with mobility
• Managing bedpans and assisting with toileting
• Maintaining cleanliness of wards or homes
• Organizing supplies and equipment

Your daily tasks may involve using mobility aids and escorting patients between departments. With experience, you may participate in training new healthcare assistants.

We also provide staffing for NHS and private sectors, including roles such as Nurse, General Nurse, RGN, NMC, Band 5/6, HCA, Community Nurse, and specialist nurses in A&E, Endoscopy, and Theatre.

Sirona Medical is a healthcare recruitment agency serving various UK sectors. We pride ourselves on reliable service, a thorough recruitment process, and over 60 years of combined industry experience.

Our goal is to build relationships that exceed client and candidate expectations, ensuring high-quality staffing solutions.