On-Site Care
Temporary
County Durham
About the Healthcare Assistant (HCA) job in County Durham
This flexible Healthcare Assistant (HCA) job covers residential care, nursing homes, and supported living in County Durham.
You’ll provide practical assistance with daily living, support mobility with the right equipment, encourage engagement in activities, and uphold dignity at every step, working within clear care plans and supportive, multidisciplinary teams.
Build consistent relationships while tailoring your rota, days, nights, weekends, and block bookings available. Fast‑track onboarding available; potential start within 48 hours (subject to compliance).
What we offer
- Competitive rates (up to £18.00/hr equivalent)
- Weekly pay
- Shift flexibility to match your personal routine
- Consistent placement options across County Durham
- Increased bank holiday pay
- Pension included
- Rewards for referring new carers
- Free scrubs and ID badge
- No‑cost training24/7 support from experienced managers
- A supportive, wellbeing‑led workplace
What you'll do
- Deliver high-quality, person-centred care within healthcare settings
- Support dignity, independence, and overall wellbeing
- Assist with personal care, including washing, dressing, grooming, and mobility
- Support nutrition, hydration, and daily routines
- Administer medication safely in line with training and care plans
- Monitor observations and report changes in condition
- Support simple clinical tasks where required and trained
- Provide companionship and emotional support
- Maintain a clean, safe, and comfortable environment
- Work with families and healthcare professional
- Keep clear, accurate, and up-to-date care records
- Build positive relationships with those you support
- Flexible Healthcare Assistant (HCA) opportunities available across County Durham
What you'll bring
- Minimum 6 months’ UK experience as a Healthcare Assistant in a care home or nursing home
- A calm, caring, and patient approach to supporting residents
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Reliable and able to work independently when needed
- Experience supporting a range of care needs in a residential setting
- Commitment to providing high-quality, person-centred care
- Understanding of dignity, respect, and resident wellbeing
- Ability to follow care plans and organisational procedures
- Good observation skills and attention to detail
- Willingness to learn and develop within the role
Apply today
To move forward with your application for this or any other Healthcare Assistant (HCA) vacancy in County Durham, please complete the online application form. Remember to upload your CV so our team can assess your suitability.
Please note we do not sponsor visas.
What happens after I apply?
- Fill in the form on this page to get started
- Our team reviews your details and invites you to open an online account
- Enter personal details and select your shift preferences
- Upload documents and complete registration/compliance in your account
- Apply for your first shifts, often in 48 hours (subject to compliance)
About Medicare People
At Medicare People, we connect dedicated healthcare workers with rewarding care jobs across County Durham and the wider UK. As a leading provider, we offer a supportive environment, competitive pay, and the chance to make a meaningful difference every day.
In our capacity as a Healthcare Assistant (HCA) agency and medical staffing agency as defined by the Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003, we operate as an intermediary between applicants and our clients. This means we represent our clients’ needs while ensuring candidates are matched appropriately, ethically, and fairly.
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