About the Healthcare Assistant (HCA) job in Waterlooville
Step into a rewarding Healthcare Assistant (HCA) role serving residential care homes, nursing homes, and supported living across Waterlooville.
You’ll deliver person‑centred support to adults with age‑related needs, physical disabilities, learning disabilities, autism, or mental health conditions, helping them maintain routines, build confidence, and feel at home.
You’ll join nurse‑led and experienced teams, contribute to safe, high‑quality care, and choose days, nights, weekends, or regular block bookings to suit your schedule. Fast‑track checks mean you could start within 48 hours (subject to compliance).
- Supports adults with learning disabilities, autism, mental health needs, dementia, physical disabilities, and sensory impairments
- available for a minimum of 36 hours per week
What we offer
- Competitive weekly pay, reaching up to the equivalent of £19.00/hr
- Flexible rota options designed to suit your preferred work‑life balance
- Steady placement availability throughout Waterlooville
- Enhanced rates during bank holidays
- Pension contributions provided
- Incentives available for referring new carers
- Free scrubs and a personalised ID badge
- Training delivered without any cost to you
- Managers available day and night for support
- A workplace culture that prioritises wellbeing, respect and ongoing development
What you'll do
- Provide compassionate care within healthcare environments
- Promote dignity, comfort, and independence
- Assist with personal care and mobility needs
- Support eating, drinking, and daily routines
- Administer medication in line with guidance
- Observe and report changes in health
- Assist with clinical duties where appropriate and trained
- Offer companionship and emotional support
- Maintain a safe and hygienic environment
- Work collaboratively with families and care teams
- Maintain clear and accurate care records
- Build consistent and supportive relationships
- Flexible work available for Healthcare Assistant (HCA)s in Waterlooville
What you'll bring
- Minimum 6 months’ UK experience in a care home or similar setting
- A kind and compassionate approach to care delivery
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Reliable and professional attitude
- Experience supporting day-to-day care needs
- Commitment to providing person-centred support
- Understanding of dignity and respectful care
- Ability to follow care plans and procedures
- Good attention to detail and observation skills
- Eagerness to learn and improve
Apply today
To move forward with your application for this or any other Healthcare Assistant (HCA) vacancy in Waterlooville, 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 Waterlooville 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.