Healthcare Assistant

Nurses UK; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in the United Kingdom is searching for dedicated Healthcare Assistants to join their team. In this role, you'll provide essential support to patients while ensuring their comfort and dignity. Responsibilities include assisting with daily living activities and monitoring patients' conditions. The position offers competitive pay rates, flexible working hours, and a supportive environment for professional development. If you are passionate about caring for others and making a difference, we want to hear from you.

Benefits

Competitive pay rates

Flexible working options

Weekly pay

FREE annual training

Revalidation support

Qualifications

• Experience as a Healthcare Assistant or Support Worker in the UK preferred.
• Commitment to high standards of care and professional practice.
• Right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Deliver compassionate personal care to patients.
• Assist with daily living activities like dressing and feeding.
• Monitor and report changes in patients’ conditions.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Adaptability

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Care Certificate or equivalent training

Job description

Overview

Are you a Healthcare Assistant? Join us at Nurses UK!

Nurses UK is searching for dedicated and compassionate Healthcare Assistants (HCAs) to join our exceptional care team and support the delivery of outstanding healthcare services across the South West of England.

Pay: £13.68-£17.18 per hour plus time and a half on Bank Holidays.

At Nurses UK, we pride ourselves on providing high-quality care while maintaining a supportive and professional environment for our staff. With growing demand across various healthcare settings, we are looking to fill full-time and part-time day and night shifts.

As a Healthcare Assistant, your hands-on support and care will be vital to improving patient comfort, dignity, and well-being. Working alongside nurses and multidisciplinary teams, you’ll help ensure a safe, caring, and positive experience for every individual under your care.

Responsibilities

• Deliver compassionate personal care to patients / service users.
• Assist with daily living activities (washing, dressing, mobility, toileting, feeding, etc.).
• Monitor and report changes in patients’ conditions to senior staff.
• Support nursing and clinical teams in delivering patient-centred care.
• Help maintain a clean, safe, and supportive care environment.
• Accurately document care provided in line with service requirements.
• Promote dignity, independence, and respect in all interactions.
• Work effectively both independently and as part of a healthcare team.

Requirements

• Previous experience as a Healthcare Assistant or Support Worker in the UK (preferred).
• Care Certificate or willingness to complete relevant training.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and adapt to fast-paced environments.
• Commitment to high standards of care and professional practice.
• Right to work in the UK.

Benefits

• Competitive pay rates: £13.8-£17.18 per hour plus time and a half on Bank Holidays.
• Flexible working options: Days / Nights, Weekdays / Weekends, Full- or Part-time
• Weekly rotas & advanced bookings available
• Weekly pay
• Mileage allowance depending on Client
• Be part of an elite team of HCAs
• FREE annual training & professional development opportunities
• Revalidation support for clinical progression
• Refer-a-Friend scheme
• Blue Light Card eligibility

If you have a passion for caring for others and want to make a real difference, we’d love to hear from you! Join Nurses UK and become part of a team that values dedication, compassion, and professionalism.