HCA / Support Worker

Nurse Plus UK; Essex; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Nurseplus is hiring Healthcare Assistants and Support Workers to cover Southend and the surrounding areas. You will provide day-to-day care, support independence, companionship, and assist with daily living.

Join a compassionate team, choose shifts, weekly pay, access to industry-leading training, and use the Workwise app to manage availability and bookings.

This role offers flexible hours across full-time, part-time, days, nights, and weekends to fit your life.

Responsibilities

• Supporting individuals with personal care and daily living
• Promoting independence and supporting individuals to achieve their goals
• Providing companionship and emotional support
• Assisting with medication where appropriately trained
• Supporting individuals with appointments and activities
• Maintaining accurate records and documentation
• Working alongside other healthcare professionals and support teams
• Ensuring a safe, respectful and supportive environment at all times

Job description

Healthcare Assistant / Support Worker – Southend and Surrounding Areas

Join Nurseplus as a Healthcare Assistant or Support Worker – 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 or Support Worker, you’ll be providing high-quality care and support across a range of settings throughout Southend and the surrounding areas.

You will be required to provide day-to-day cover for short or longer-term placements, supporting individuals with their personal care, daily living and independence. You’ll become part of a compassionate team where every contribution counts, and you’ll truly be able to make a difference to someone’s life.

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 competitive rates, 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, helping you develop your skills and confidence.

What You’ll Be Doing

Your day-to-day responsibilities as a Healthcare Assistant or Support Worker may include:

• Supporting individuals with personal care and daily living
• Promoting independence and supporting individuals to achieve their goals
• Providing companionship and emotional support
• Assisting with medication where appropriately trained
• Supporting individuals with appointments and activities
• Maintaining accurate records and documentation
• Working alongside other healthcare professionals and support teams
• Ensuring a safe, respectful and supportive environment at all times

What We’re Looking For

• You must be over 18 years old and have the right to work in the UK.
• Previous experience working within a care, healthcare or support setting is desirable.
• A caring, reliable and compassionate approach.
• A good standard of English and the ability to communicate effectively.
• The ability to work flexibly across a range of shifts.
• A clear enhanced DBS, which you can apply for upon registration.

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.