Healthcare Assistant HCA

Medacs Healthcare; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare staffing agency is seeking compassionate Support Workers to provide care at Haywood Hospital. Responsibilities include assisting with personal care and promoting patient wellbeing. Candidates should have at least 3 months of UK-based experience and possess a Care Certificate. The role offers priority access to shifts and competitive pay rates.

Benefits

Priority access to shifts

Competitive pay rates

Ongoing training opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 months UK-based experience in a healthcare support role.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A genuine passion for supporting patients and promoting wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with personal care tasks.
• Support therapeutic activities and mobility.
• Maintain cleanliness and a safe environment.

Skills

Compassionate care

Communication

Flexibility

Education

Care Certificate or equivalent

Tools

DBS

Job description

Support Worker - Haywood Hospital, Stoke-on-Trent

Location: Haywood Hospital, Stoke-on-Trent, Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address: High Ln, Burslem, Stoke-on-Trent ST6 7AG

Agency: Medacs Healthcare (Mastervend Contract - Priority Booking)

Shifts: Monday to Friday - Day Shifts Only

Contact: Marlena, Recruitment Consultant - 1582 310099

️ Role Overview

We are seeking compassionate, dedicated, and experienced Support Workers to join our dynamic team at Haywood Hospital, a centre of excellence within the Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust. This role involves providing high-quality care and support to patients with a range of physical, rehabilitation and chronic health needs, helping them maintain independence and dignity during their hospital stay.

As part of our Mastervend agreement, successful candidates will benefit from priority access to shifts booked through Medacs Healthcare.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist patients with personal care tasks, including washing, dressing, feeding, and toileting

• Support therapeutic activities and mobility as directed by nursing and therapy staff

• Promote independence and emotional wellbeing among service users

• Maintain cleanliness and a safe environment within the ward/unit

• Report changes in patient condition to the appropriate clinical staff

• Support clinical teams with observations, documentation, and equipment checks

• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to ensure patients' holistic care needs are met

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 months UK-based experience in a healthcare support role

• Care Certificate or equivalent qualification is highly desirable

• Enhanced DBS required (can be processed via Medacs if not already held)

• Up-to-date immunisations: Hepatitis B, MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella), TB, and Varicella (Chickenpox)

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Flexible and reliable with a strong work ethic

• A genuine passion for supporting patients and promoting wellbeing

Benefits of Working via Medacs Healthcare

• Priority access to shifts under the Mastervend contract

• Competitive pay rates and weekly payroll

• Supportive recruitment and compliance team

• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities

• Dedicated consultant support - contact Marlena on 1582 310099 for immediate consideration