About the Healthcare Assistant (HCA) job in York
This flexible Healthcare Assistant (HCA) job covers residential care, nursing homes, and supported living in York.
You’ll provide practical assistance with daily living, support mobility with the right equipment, encourage engagement in activities, and uphold dignity at every step, working within clear care plans and supportive, multidisciplinary teams.
Build consistent relationships while tailoring your rota, days, nights, weekends, and block bookings available. Fast‑track onboarding available; potential start within 48 hours (subject to compliance).
What we offer
- Competitive pay between £14.50 to £18.00/hr
- Weekly pay run
- Flexible shifts that fits your commitments
- Reliable and ongoing placement availability across York
- Higher rates of pay for bank holiday shifts
- Pension contributions included as standard
- Referral bonuses for introducing new carers
- Free scrubs and a professional ID badge
- Comprehensive funded training
- Round‑the‑clock access to experienced managers
- A workplace culture centred on respect, wellbeing and ongoing support
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 York
What you'll bring
- At least 6 months’ experience working in a UK care setting
- A caring, patient, and empathetic nature
- Good communication and relationship-building skills
- Reliable and able to work independently or as part of a team
- Experience supporting residents with varying needs
- Passion for delivering high-quality care
- Understanding of dignity, comfort, and wellbeing
- Ability to follow instructions and care plans
- Awareness of safeguarding and best practice
- Keen to learn and progress in the role
Apply
Apply for Healthcare Assistant (HCA) jobs in York by submitting the form 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 connects passionate healthcare professionals with meaningful healthcare assistant care opportunities across York 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 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.