Health Care Assistant

Belmont Recruitment; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare recruitment firm in the UK is looking for experienced Healthcare Assistants to provide high-quality care in a nursing home. The role involves supporting residents with complex health needs, including dementia. Candidates should be compassionate and reliable, and flexible shift patterns are available. Join a team where you can make a real difference every day.

Benefits

Flexible shift patterns

Competitive pay rates

Ongoing training and career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a residential or nursing home is essential.
• Experience supporting individuals with dementia is essential.
• Flexibility to work varied shifts including days, nights, and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high standards of personal care and emotional support.
• Assist with mobility, meal preparation, and daily living activities.
• Safely use hoists and other moving & handling equipment.

Skills

Manual handling techniques

Compassionate care

Reliability

Support for individuals with dementia

Job description

Overview

We are currently recruiting experienced Healthcare Assistants (HCAs) to join a friendly and supportive team in a residential nursing home in Darwen. This role involves providing high-quality care and support to residents, many of whom are living with dementia and other complex health needs. We are looking for compassionate, reliable individuals who are confident using manual handling techniques and hoists, and who take pride in delivering person‑centred care. Flexible shifts are available – including days, nights, and weekends – to suit your availability.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Deliver high standards of personal care and emotional support to residents.
• Assist with mobility, meal preparation, and daily living activities.
• Safely use hoists and other moving & handling equipment.
• Support residents with dementia, promoting dignity, comfort, and independence.
• Record and report observations accurately to senior staff and nurses.
• Help maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for residents.

Requirements

• Previous experience working in a residential or nursing home (essential).
• Experience supporting individuals with dementia (essential).
• Confident in manual handling and hoist use.
• Caring, patient, and professional attitude.
• Flexible and reliable with a willingness to work varied shifts.
• Valid care training or Care Certificate (desirable, not essential).

Benefits

• Flexible shift patterns to suit your lifestyle.
• Competitive pay rates and weekly pay.
• Supportive management and friendly team environment.
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities.
• Rewarding work – make a real difference every day!

Apply

Interested? Apply now with your up‑to‑date CV, or contact our recruitment team for more information about this rewarding opportunity in Darwen.