Health Care Assistant

Nurseplus; Highweek; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Flexible shifts

Training & NVQ progression

Blue Light Card

Career development

Job summary

Nurseplus is seeking a Healthcare Assistant to provide compassionate care across settings, including elderly and individuals with various needs. This temporary role offers flexible shifts, with pay weekly and competitive hourly rates.

You will work to support care plans, assist with personal care, and help maintain residents’ independence and dignity, with opportunities for ongoing training and progression.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Assist service users with personal care and daily activities.
• Assist with safe lifting and moving to support independence.
• Administer medication as required and per care plans.
• Prepare meals and provide companionship to service users.

Skills

Flexible

Clear English

DBS clearance

Right to work in UK

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 temporaryHealthcare 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.

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.