Health Care Assistant

Rivet Care and Education; Tetford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A sector-leading care provider in Tetford is looking for dedicated Healthcare Assistants to provide personal care and emotional support in UK care homes. The role emphasizes dignity and independence of residents while meeting CQC standards. Candidates should have previous experience, good communication skills, and the ability to work flexible hours. Benefits include competitive pay and ongoing training opportunities. Join a supportive environment where you can make a real difference.

Benefits

Weekly pay

Competitive hourly rates

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Supportive management and team environment

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Healthcare Assistant / Care Assistant (UK care home preferred).
• Right to work in the UK.
• Ability to handle emotional and physical wellbeing of residents.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care including washing, dressing, toileting, and feeding.
• Support residents with mobility and daily living activities.
• Monitor residents' physical and emotional wellbeing.
• Report and record changes in residents' condition.
• Assist with care plans and daily documentation.
• Support nurses and senior carers with clinical tasks.

Skills

Good communication and interpersonal skills

Compassionate and reliable

Patient-focused approach

Ability to work flexible shifts

Education

NVQ / QCF Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care

Job description

Job Title: Healthcare Assistant (HCA) / Care Assistant

Location: United Kingdom

Sector: Care Home (Residential / Nursing)

Pay: Competitive - Weekly Payments

Employment Type: Full-time / Part-time / Temporary / Agency / Permanent

Job Summary

We are seeking caring and reliable Healthcare Assistants (HCAs) to support residents in UK care homes. The role involves providing high-quality personal care and emotional support while promoting dignity, independence, and wellbeing in line with CQC standards. Weekly pay available.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide personal care including washing, dressing, toileting, and feeding
• Support residents with mobility and daily living activities
• Monitor residents' physical and emotional wellbeing
• Report and record changes in residents' condition
• Assist with care plans and daily documentation
• Support nurses and senior carers with clinical tasks
• Promote dignity, privacy, and respect at all times
• Follow safeguarding, infection control, and health & safety procedures
• Participate in handovers and team meetings

Essential Requirements

• Previous experience as a Healthcare Assistant / Care Assistant (UK care home preferred)
• Right to work in the UK
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Compassionate, reliable, and patient-focused approach
• Ability to work flexible shifts (days/nights/weekends)

Desirable Criteria

• NVQ / QCF Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care
• Experience in elderly care, dementia care, or nursing homes
• Up-to-date mandatory training (Manual Handling, Safeguarding, BLS)
• Immediate availability

Benefits

• Weekly pay
• Competitive hourly rates
• Flexible shift patterns
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Supportive management and team environment