Healthcare Assistant

G K Healthcare; Rochester; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible shifts

Multiple locations

Recruitment support

Registration assistance

Job summary

GK Healthcare is recruiting dedicated Healthcare Assistants to work across care homes in Kent, London, Reading, Suffolk and the Isle of Wight. We offer flexible shift opportunities for experienced HCAs who are passionate about providing high-quality care and supporting residents with their daily needs.

Whether you are looking for regular shifts or greater flexibility around your existing commitments, GK Healthcare can help you find opportunities that suit your availability.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Healthcare Assistant in a UK care home.
• Compassionate, caring and professional attitude.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of personal care, safeguarding and infection prevention.
• Valid DBS on the Update Service.
• Up-to-date mandatory training certificates, including Moving and Handling training where required.
• The right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and support to residents with dignity and respect.
• Assist residents with daily living activities, including washing, dressing and mobility.
• Support residents with their physical and emotional well‑being.
• Monitor residents' conditions and report any concerns to the relevant senior staff.
• Maintain accurate care records and follow individual care plans.
• Follow safeguarding, infection prevention and health and safety procedures.
• Work effectively with care home teams to deliver high‑quality care.

Skills

Compassionate care

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Personal care

Safeguarding

Infection prevention

DBS Update Service

Right to work

Job description

Locations: Kent, London, Reading, Suffolk and Isle of Wight

Employer: GK Healthcare

Job Type: Flexible shifts | Full-time and Part-time opportunities

Job Overview

GK Healthcare is recruiting dedicated and compassionate Healthcare Assistants (HCAs) to work across care homes in Kent, London, Reading, Suffolk and the Isle of Wight.

We offer flexible shift opportunities for experienced Healthcare Assistants who are passionate about providing high-quality care and supporting residents with their daily needs.

Whether you are looking for regular shifts or greater flexibility around your existing commitments, GK Healthcare can help you find opportunities that suit your availability.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and support to residents with dignity and respect.
• Assist residents with daily living activities, including washing, dressing and mobility.
• Support residents with their physical and emotional well-being.
• Monitor residents' conditions and report any concerns to the relevant senior staff.
• Maintain accurate care records and follow individual care plans.
• Follow safeguarding, infection prevention and health and safety procedures.
• Work effectively with care home teams to deliver high-quality care.

Essential Requirements

• Previous experience as a Healthcare Assistant in a UK care home or nursing home.
• A compassionate, caring and professional attitude.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of personal care, safeguarding and infection prevention.
• Valid DBS on the Update Service.
• Up-to-date mandatory training certificates, including practical Moving and Handling training where required.
• The right to work in the UK.

Why Join GK Healthcare?

• Flexible shifts to suit your availability.
• Opportunities across multiple locations.
• Support from our dedicated recruitment team.
• Assistance with registration and compliance.
• Opportunities to build experience across different care settings.
• Ongoing communication and support throughout your assignment.