Healthcare Assistant HCA

Medacs Healthcare; Warminster; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare agency is seeking compassionate Support Workers to provide high-quality care at Warminster Community Hospital. Responsibilities include assisting with personal care, supporting mobility, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. Ideal candidates will have NHS experience and a Care Certificate. The role emphasizes promoting patient independence and emotional wellbeing. Competitive pay rates and ongoing training opportunities are offered.

Benefits

Competitive pay rates and weekly payroll

Ongoing training and professional development opportunities

Dedicated consultant support

Qualifications

• Enhanced DBS required (can be processed via Medacs if not already held).
• Up-to-date immunisations: Hepatitis B, MMR, TB, and Varicella.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with personal care tasks.
• Support therapeutic activities and mobility.
• Promote independence and emotional wellbeing.
• Maintain cleanliness and a safe environment.
• Report changes in patient condition.
• Support clinical teams with observations.
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Flexible and reliable

Passion for supporting patients

Education

Care Certificate or equivalent qualification

Minimum of 6 months of NHS experience

Job description

???? Support Worker -

Location: Warminster Community Hospital

Address: Smallbrook Surgery Hospital, The Avenue, Warminster BA12 8QS

Agency: Medacs Healthcare

Contact: Marlena, Recruitment Consultant - 01582 310099/01785 256 434

️ Role Overview

We are seeking compassionate, dedicated, and experienced Support Workers to join our dynamic team at Warminster Community Hospital . 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.

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 6 months of NHS expirience

• 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

• Competitive pay rates and weekly payroll

• Supportive recruitment and compliance team

• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities

• Dedicated consultant support - contact Marlena on 01582 310099/01785 256434 for immediate consideration