Healthcare Assistant

Nurses UK; St. Austell; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Flexible shifts

Training opportunities

Blue Light Card eligibility

Job summary

Nurses UK is seeking dedicated Healthcare Assistants (HCAs) to join the care team across the South West of England. We offer full-time and part-time day and night shifts, with competitive pay and a supportive environment for staff.

As an HCA, you will provide hands-on care to improve patient comfort and wellbeing, working alongside nurses and multidisciplinary teams to ensure a safe and compassionate care experience. Right to work in the UK is required.

Qualifications

• 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.

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.

Job description

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. With growing demand across various healthcare settings, we are looking to fill full-time and part-time day and night shifts.

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.

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.

Main 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