On-Site Care
Temporary
Orpington, Kent
About the Healthcare Assistant (HCA) job in Orpington
As a Healthcare Assistant (HCA) in Orpington, you’ll bring compassionate, hands‑on support to adults across residential care homes, nursing homes, and supported living.
You’ll help people live safely and comfortably, following clear care plans while promoting dignity, choice, and independence. From daily living and mobility support to meaningful engagement and companionship, your contribution will make each day more manageable and more personal.
You can build a rota that fits around your life, days, nights, weekends, and block bookings, while working with supportive, well‑structured teams who value continuity of care.
Fast‑track onboarding, start in as little as 48 hours (subject to compliance).
What we offer
- Earn between £14.66 to £22.58/hr
- Flexible shifts
- Weekly pay
- Work across Orpington
- Holiday pay uplift
- Free training + scrubs
- Manager support 24/7
What you'll do
- Support individuals in healthcare settings with daily living tasks
- Promote dignity, wellbeing and independence
- Assist with bathing, grooming and mobility
- Help with meals and drinks
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ECG's
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Simple dressings
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Phlebotomy
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Doppler
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B12 injections
- Maintain a clean environment
- Provide companionship
- Record notes clearly
- Work closely with the wider team
- Monitor wellbeing and report concerns
- Ideal for anyone exploring Healthcare Assistant (HCA) jobs in Orpington
What you'll bring
- At least 6 months UK Healthcare Assistant (HCA) experience in a facility setting
- Compassionate, patient‑focused attitude
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Dependable and comfortable working independently
- Confident supporting multiple care needs in a healthcare environment
- Passionate about person‑centred, dignified support
- Applicants with specialist or complex‑care experience welcome
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Tracheostomy care trained
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Ventilation trained
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PEG feeding trained
Apply today
Fill out the form here to apply for this and other Healthcare Assistant (HCA) jobs in Orpington. Don’t forget your CV.
Please note we do not sponsor visas.
What happens after I apply?
- Start your application via the form on this page
- We conduct a swift review and invite you to launch your online account
- Provide required details and choose your shift preferences
- Complete registration and compliance digitally
- Apply for your first shifts, as soon as 48 hours in many cases (subject to compliance)
About Medicare People
Medicare People is proud to be a leading care provider in Orpington, where we match compassionate healthcare professionals with fulfilling healthcare assistant jobs across the Orpington region and throughout the UK. Our focus is on delivering excellent support, competitive pay, and opportunities that genuinely improve lives.
As a Healthcare Assistant (HCA) agency and employment medical staffing agency operating under the Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003, we work on behalf of our clients to identify suitable candidates. Our responsibility includes ensuring transparency, adherence to regulations, and aligning candidates with roles that fit their skills and experience.
We remain committed to supporting both our clients and applicants throughout the recruitment journey.
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