Experienced Healthcare Assistant

Join Nurseplus as a Experienced Healthcare Assistant – Make a Difference Every Day As a Healthcare Assistant, you’ll be providing high-quality care across a range of settings, from elderly care to individuals with…

Pay rate £12.80 – £17.50/hour
Job type Temporary
Posted 4 September 2026

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Join Nurseplus as a Experienced Healthcare Assistant – Make a Difference Every Day

As a Healthcare Assistant, you’ll be providing high-quality care across a range of settings, from elderly care to individuals with learning disabilities, mental health challenges, and more complex care needs. You’ll become part of a compassionate team where every contribution counts.

What We’re Looking For

You must be over 18 years old and have the right to work in the UK.
At least 6 months of UK-based paid experience working within a residential or nursing home setting.
Flexibility in your availability, with the ability to travel to different care settings.
A good standard of English and the ability to communicate effectively.
A clear enhanced DBS, which you can apply for upon registration.
What You’ll Be Doing

Your day-to-day responsibilities may include assisting service users with personal care, safe lifting and moving, administering medication, meal preparation, and providing general companionship. You’ll work closely with care plans to ensure individuals maintain independence and dignity.

Why Choose Nurseplus?

Flexibility that Works for You: Choose your shifts, whether full-time, part-time, days, nights, or weekends, so you can fit work around your life.
Weekly Pay & Competitive Rates: Earn between £12.80 and £17.50 per hour, with weekly pay and an annual pay review to reward your hard work.
Workwise App: Take control of your schedule with our Workwise app – manage your availability and easily book shifts on your terms.

Paid Industry-Leading Training: We pay for you to attend our mandatory, industry-leading training that’s in line with the Care Certificate and Core Skills Training Framework, tailored to help you grow your skills.

Ongoing Development Opportunities: From in-house courses to funded qualifications such as NVQ Levels 2 and 3, we support your professional growth at every stage.
Blue Light Card: Enjoy thousands of discounts on the high street and online with eligibility for a Blue Light Card.
If you’re passionate about making a positive impact and want to work with a team that truly cares and meets the above criteria, we’d love to hear from you

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