About the Female Healthcare Assistant (HCA) job Eastbourne
For those seeking Female Healthcare Assistant (HCA) jobs in Eastbourne, this flexible role offers the chance to make a meaningful contribution to individuals who need support with daily living. You’ll be invited to cover shifts across multiple healthcare and social care settings in Eastbourne, helping people whose independence is affected by disability, illness or age‑related needs.
Our available Female Healthcare Assistant (HCA) shifts span residential care homes, nursing homes, and supported living across Eastbourne.
You’ll be able to select the hours and work environments that suit you best, giving you flexibility and control over your schedule.
Get started in as little as 48 hours (subject to compliance).
Requirements:
- We're looking for experienced HCA to support children and adults with complex care needs.
Experience with any of the following is desirable:
- Tracheostomy care
- Ventilation support
- Suctioning
- Nebulisation
- Oxygen therapy
- Cough assist
= Peg feed and medication administration
- Epilepsy management
- Previous complex care experience is essential
- Valid drivers licence (ability to drive a manual van)
What we offer
- Earn between £18.00 to £24.00/hr
- Weekly pay
- Flexible shifts
- Choose your own rota patterns
- Consistent work available in Eastbourne
- Bank holiday pay enhancements
- Free scrub set + training potential
- 24/7 management 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 Female Healthcare Assistant (HCA) positions available in Eastbourne
What you'll bring
- 6+ months’ UK experience as a Healthcare Assistant in a care home or nursing home
- A compassionate and calm approach to supporting others
- Good communication and teamwork skills
- Reliable and able to manage responsibilities independently
- Experience supporting a range of resident needs
- Commitment to safe, person-centred care
- Understanding of dignity, respect, and independence
- Ability to follow care plans effectively
- Strong observation and reporting skills
- Willingness to learn and progress
Apply today
You can apply for this Female Healthcare Assistant (HCA) job and other openings in Eastbourne by submitting the form on this page with your CV attached.
Please note we do not sponsor visas.
What happens after I apply?
- Complete the application form on this page
- Our team will review and invite you to set up your online account
- Add your details and preferred shifts
- Finish registration and compliance in your account area
- Start applying for shifts, often within 48 hours (subject to compliance)
About Medicare People
Medicare People connects passionate healthcare professionals with meaningful healthcare assistant care opportunities across Eastbourne and throughout the UK. We offer strong support, competitive pay, and roles where carers can make a genuine difference.
Acting in line with the Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003, Medicare People functions as a Female Healthcare Assistant (HCA) jobs agency and healthcare staffing agency. In this capacity, we recruit on behalf of our clients, ensuring each placement meets the required standards of suitability, professionalism, and regulatory compliance.