Healthcare Assistant

Pharmacyupdate; Chelmsford; Hybrid; GBP 16,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive market rates

Weekly pay

Total flexibility

Fast-track registration

Job summary

Affinity Staff in Chelmsford is recruiting compassionate Healthcare Assistants (HCAs) to support residents at a local care facility. You will provide personal care, dignity, and companionship, with complete control over your shifts and round-the-clock support from our team.

This agency role requires UK experience, a DBS check, and Right to Work in the UK. Competitive market rates include weekly pay and a fast-track registration process for suitable candidates.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months of UK healthcare or care home experience.
• NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care preferred but not essential.
• Enhanced DBS check registered on the Update Service (or willing to process a new one).

Responsibilities

• Assisting residents with daily personal care, dressing, hygiene and mobility.
• Supporting meal times, hydration, and nutrition monitoring.
• Promoting dignity, independence and person-centered care at all times.
• Maintaining accurate care records and fluid/food intake documentation.
• Collaborating with senior carers and nursing staff to ensure a safe environment.

Skills

Caregiving

Patient care

Communication

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care

Job description

Affinity Staff is recruiting compassionate and reliable Healthcare Assistants (HCAs) to join our agency team, supporting an established care facility in Chelmsford, Essex.

As a temporary HCA working through Affinity Staff, you will play a vital role in providing high-quality personal care, dignity, and companionship to residents. You will enjoy complete control over your schedule while benefiting from our dedicated, round-the-clock support.

Key Responsibilities

• Assisting residents with daily personal care, dressing, hygiene, and mobility needs.
• Supporting meal times, nutrition monitoring, and encouraging hydration.
• Promoting dignity, independence, and person-centred care at all times.
• Maintaining accurate care records and daily fluid/food intake documentation.
• Collaborating with senior carers and nursing staff to ensure a safe, supportive environment.

Requirements

• Minimum 6 months of experience in a UK healthcare or care home setting.
• NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care (preferred but not essential).
• Enhanced DBS check registered on the Update Service (or willing to process a new one).
• Valid Right to Work in the UK.
• Caring, reliable nature with excellent communication skills.

Benefits of Working with Affinity Staff

• Competitive Market Rates with prompt weekly pay.
• 24/7 Support: Dedicated consultants available round-the-clock to assist you.
• Total Flexibility: Choose the shifts that fit around your lifestyle and commitments.
• Fast-track registration process and easy shift booking.