Healthcare Assistant or Support Worker

Search Consultancy; Bathgate; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free training and uniform provided

Carer development and career Progress

Fast-track registration process

Cash referral bonuses

Job summary

Search Healthcare is seeking Healthcare Assistants and Support Workers to join our dedicated team in West Lothian. Flexible shifts, competitive training, and supportive supervision are available for candidates with UK care sector experience.

We emphasize safeguarding, person-centered care, and ongoing development. Roles require SSSC registration or ability to register, PVG clearance, and valid references. This position is Scotland-based with sponsorship not provided.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 6 months experience in a UK care sector role.
• Current SSSC registration or ability to register.
• A valid PVG
• Professional references covering at least 2 years of your most recent employment

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality personal care and practical support in residential, nursing, and community care settings
• Support individuals with daily living activities, mobility, personal care, and emotional well-being
• Follow individual care plans while maintaining accurate records
• Adhere to safeguarding, health and safety, and infection control standards

Skills

Care experience

SSSC registration

PVG check

Professional references

Job description

Healthcare Assistants and Support Workers Wanted!

Search Healthcare is hiring passionate Healthcare Assistants and Support Workers to join our dedicated team. We have clients and shifts available in and around West Lothian. If you have experience in the UK care sector and are looking for flexible shifts.

This position does NOT provide sponsorship and is only open to Scotland residents

The Role:

• Provide high-quality personal care and practical support in residential, nursing, and community care settings
• Support individuals with daily living activities, mobility, personal care, and emotional well-being
• Follow individual care plans while maintaining accurate records
• Adhere to safeguarding, health and safety, and infection control standards

What We're Looking For:

• A minimum of 6 months experience in a UK care sector role
• Current SSSC registration or ability to register
• A valid PVG
• Professional references covering at least 2 years of your most recent employment

Why Join Search?

You will join an inclusive, supportive environment where your work genuinely matters. These positions are ideal for Healthcare Assistants and Support Workers seeking flexibility, development, and consistency.

What We Offer:

• Opportunities available across a range of care settings
• Flexible working hours to suit your lifestyle
• Free training and uniform provided
• Opportunities for skill development and career progression
• Support from a dedicated compliance officer with a fast-track registration process
• Cash referral bonuses for successful referrals

Vacancies across West Lothian are in demand.

Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.