Healthcare Assistant

Nurses UK; Torquay; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay rates

Time and a half on Bank Holidays

Flexible working options

Weekly pay

Mileage allowance

Annual training & development

Job summary

Nurses UK is seeking dedicated Healthcare Assistants (HCAs) to join our care team across the South West of England, including Torquay. You will provide compassionate personal care, support daily living activities, and work with nurses and multidisciplinary teams to ensure a safe, respectful environment.

We offer competitive pay (£13.68-£17.18 per hour with time and a half on Bank Holidays), flexible day and night shifts, weekly pay, mileage where applicable, and ongoing training opportunities

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Compassionate care

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Care Certificate

Job description

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.

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.

• 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.

• 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