Healthcare Assistant

SJK Healthcare Limited; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare recruitment agency in Manchester is seeking experienced Healthcare Assistants to provide compassionate care in NHS settings. Responsibilities include assisting with personal care and mobility, monitoring vital signs, and ensuring patient wellbeing. Offering competitive pay and flexible shift patterns with regular support from the recruitment team.

Benefits

Competitive rates of pay

Weekly pay

Flexible shift pattern

Ongoing support from recruitment team

Qualifications

• Experience in patient-facing roles.
• 1 year plus experience in NHS setting.
• Able to assist with patient handling and mobility.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with personal care.
• Support patients with mobility.
• Monitor and record vital signs.
• Help serve meals and assist with eating.

Skills

Patient handling

Compassionate communication

Teamwork

Reliability

Job description

Job Title: Healthcare Assistants

Location: Manchester, Greater Manchester

Salary from £12.52 per hour to £13.63

Contract Type: Full-time / Part-time / Temporary

Reports To: Ward Manager / Nurse-in-Charge

SJK Healthcare Recruitment are now hiring experienced Healthcare Assistants for our client to work with in the NHS in Manchester area

Job Purpose

To provide compassionate, safe, and effective care to patients under the supervision of registered nurses and other healthcare professionals.

The Healthcare Assistant supports daily activities, promotes patient dignity, and contributes to a positive care environment.

Main Duties & Responsibilities

• Assist patients with personal care including washing, dressing, and toileting.
• Support patients with mobility and help them move safely around the ward.
• Monitor and record vital signs such as temperature, pulse, and blood pressure.
• Help serve meals and assist patients with eating and drinking.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene in patient areas.
• Provide emotional support and companionship to patients.
• Report any concerns about patient wellbeing to senior staff.
• Follow infection control and safeguarding procedures.
• Assist with admissions, transfers, and discharges.

Person Specification

• Able to assist with patient handling and mobility. Clear and compassionate communication.
• Experience in patient-facing roles.
• Teamwork.
• Works well with others.
• 1 year plus Experience in NHS setting.
• Reliability and punctuality.

Working Conditions

• Shift work including evenings, weekends, and bank holidays.
• Exposure to clinical environments and sensitive situations.
• Requires standing, walking, and assisting patients for extended periods.

What We Offer

• Competitive rates of pay
• Weekly pay
• Flexible shift pattern: Full time, Part-time & Ad Hoc
• Working across leading NHS sites in Greater Manchester Area
• Ongoing Support from our recruitment team

Apply Now by e-mailing your CV to express your interest