About the Healthcare Assistant (HCA) job in Bicester
As a Healthcare Assistant (HCA) in Bicester, 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).
Essential requirements:
✅ Full UK driving licence
✅ Right to work in the UK (no visa sponsorship )
✅ Ideally qualified (Level 3/4 in Residential Childcare or equivalent) or working towards
✅ Experience within children’s residential care
✅ Flexibility to work shifts, including long days and sleep-ins
What we offer
- Competitive earnings between £16.00 - £21.00/hr equivalent)
- Weekly pay
- Flexible rota options that fit around your lifestyle
- Steady flow of placements in Bicester
- Higher pay rates on bank holidays
- Pension scheme
- Carer referral bonuses
- Free scrubs and ID badge
- Training options included
- 24/7 support from experienced managers
- A positive, supportive working culture
What you'll do
- Provide high-quality care within healthcare and community settings
- Promote dignity, independence, and comfort
- Assist with personal care and mobility support
- Encourage nutrition, hydration, and routine care
- Administer medication correctly and safely
- Observe and escalate changes in condition
- Assist with clinical duties where trained
- Offer emotional support and companionship
- Maintain a clean, safe, and supportive space
- Work alongside families and professionals
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation
- Build strong relationships with individuals in your care
- Ongoing Healthcare Assistant (HCA) opportunities across Bicester
What you'll bring
- At least 6 months’ experience in a UK care home or similar environment
- A compassionate and supportive approach to care
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Dependable and able to work both independently and in a team
- Experience supporting individuals with varying care needs
- Passion for delivering safe, person-centred care
- Understanding of dignity and respect in care settings
- Ability to follow care plans and guidance
- Awareness of safeguarding and safety procedures
- Motivation to grow and develop your skills
Apply today
To move forward with your application for this or any other Healthcare Assistant (HCA) vacancy in Bicester, 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?
- Apply now using the form on this page
- We’ll assess your application and send an invite to create your online portal
- Provide your information and shift availability
- Complete compliance and registration through your portal
- Begin applying for shifts, typically within 48 hours (subject to compliance)
About Medicare People
At Medicare People, we connect dedicated healthcare workers with rewarding care jobs across Bicester 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.