Health Care Assistant

Nurseplus; Devon and Torbay; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible shifts

Weekly pay

Workwise app

Paid training

Development opportunities

Blue Light Card

Job summary

Nurseplus is seeking a Healthcare Assistant to provide high-quality care across settings, from elderly care to individuals with learning disabilities and more complex needs. You’ll assist with personal care, mobility, meals, and companionship while following care plans to preserve independence and dignity.

You’ll benefit from flexible shifts, weekly pay, the Workwise app to manage shifts, and funded training including NVQ options. A DBS is required and 18+ to apply.

Qualifications

• Must have the right to work in the UK.
• Good standard of English for effective communication.

Responsibilities

• Assist service users with personal care and daily living activities.
• Support safe lifting and moving of service users.
• Administer medications where appropriate and prescribed.
• Assist with meal preparation and feeding.
• Provide companionship and follow care plans to maintain independence.

Skills

Right to work in UK

English proficiency

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 temporary 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 £18.50 per hour paid weekly, depending on shift pattern (higher rates apply for nights, weekends, and bank holidays).
• 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 comprehensive, industry-leading training that’s in line with the Care Certificate and Core Skills Training Framework, tailored to help you grow your skills, whether you’re new to care or have years of experience.
• 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.