Healthcare Assistant (HCA) job in Chesham REF52SH

Salary: £14.00 - £24.00 per hour*
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About the Healthcare Assistant (HCA) job in Chesham

If you're considering Healthcare Assistant (HCA) jobs in Chesham, this flexible opportunity offers the ability to make a real impact in people’s everyday lives. You’ll work shifts throughout the Chesham area in a variety of settings, supporting individuals who need help with daily activities due to illness, disability or age‑related challenges.

We offer a wide selection of Healthcare Assistant (HCA) shifts including residential care homes, nursing homes, and supported living placements.

With full flexibility, you’re able to choose the environments and hours that align best with your lifestyle and availability.

Begin working as soon as 48 hours (subject to compliance).

Requirements:

- We're looking for experienced HCA to support children and adults with complex care needs
- Females only

Experience with any of the following is desirable:
- Brain injury
- Epilepsy
- Learning disabilities
- Complex physical disabilities
- Experience supporting clients from 2 years of age through to adulthood is an advantage.
- Previous complex care experience is essential.
- Available for 35 hours a week days and night shifts

What we offer

  • Up to £24.00/hr
  • Choose your shifts
  • Weekly pay
  • Work available in Chesham
  • Bank holiday enhancements
  • Free scrubs & training included
  • 24/7 manager support

What you'll do

  • Provide reliable, person-centred care across care settings
  • Promote comfort, dignity, and independence
  • Assist with personal care routines and mobility support
  • Support nutrition, hydration, and everyday need
  • Administer medication in line with care plans
  • Observe and escalate changes in condition
  • Assist with clinical tasks where required and trained
  • Offer companionship and emotional reassurance
  • Maintain a safe, clean, and organised environment
  • Work with families and multidisciplinary teams
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date records
  • Build strong relationships with those in your care
  • Flexible Healthcare Assistant (HCA) positions available in Chesham

What you'll bring

  • Minimum 6 months’ UK experience in a care home or nursing home setting
  • A calm and compassionate approach to care delivery
  • Strong communication and teamwork abilities
  • Reliable, professional, and organised
  • Experience supporting day-to-day care needs
  • Commitment to person-centred care
  • Understanding of dignity and respectful support
  • Ability to work in line with care plans and policies
  • Attention to detail and good observation skills
  • Eagerness to develop within the healthcare sector

Apply today

You can apply for this Healthcare Assistant (HCA) job and other openings in Chesham by submitting the form on this page with your CV attached.

Please note we do not sponsor visas.

What happens after I apply?

  • Submit your application via the on‑page form
  • We’ll review and send a link to create your online account
  • Tell us your details and preferred shift patterns
  • Finish your registration and compliance checks online
  • Start booking shifts within 48 hours in many cases (subject to compliance)

About Medicare People

Medicare People is a trusted care provider in Chesham, working closely with healthcare assistant professionals to offer rewarding carer placements across the Chesham area and the UK. We pride ourselves on providing excellent pay, strong support, and opportunities to deliver life‑changing care.

We operate as both a Healthcare Assistant (HCA) jobs agency and nursing agency in full accordance with the Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003. These regulations detail how we must handle candidate information, how we represent client requirements, and how we facilitate introductions between applicants and employers. Our processes are designed to reflect these legal responsibilities at every stage.

This structured approach ensures fairness, transparency, and compliance for all parties involved.