Healthcare Assistant

Newton Abbot Resi; Paignton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Paignton is seeking a compassionate Healthcare Assistant. You will provide essential care across various settings, ensuring the independence and dignity of service users. Flexibility in shift choice and competitive pay between £13.15 to £18.50 per hour are offered, along with comprehensive training opportunities. Join a supportive team dedicated to making a positive impact every day.

Benefits

Weekly Pay

Paid Industry-Leading Training

Blue Light Card discounts

Qualifications

• Must be over 18 years old and have the right to work in the UK.
• Flexibility in 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.

Responsibilities

• Assisting service users with personal care and safe lifting and moving.
• Administering medication and meal preparation.
• Providing general companionship and ensuring individuals maintain independence.

Skills

Flexibility in availability

Communication skills

Compassion

Education

Over 18 years old

Job description

Overview

Healthcare Assistant – Join Nurseplus as a Healthcare Assistant and make a difference every day. As a temporary Healthcare Assistant, you’ll be providing high-quality care across settings, from elderly care to individuals with learning disabilities, mental health challenges, and more complex care needs. You’ll be 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, to 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 cover comprehensive, industry-leading training aligned 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.

If you’re passionate about making a positive impact and want to work with a team that truly cares, we’d love to hear from you!

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. 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.