On-Site Care
Temporary
Taunton
About the Healthcare Assistant (HCA) job in Taunton
This flexible Healthcare Assistant (HCA) job covers residential care, nursing homes, and supported living in Taunton.
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).
Essential requirements:
- Previous experience of working within community setting
- Full UK driving licence and vehicle insured for business uses
- Available for minimum 36 hours a week
- Previously complex care , domiciliary experience , homecare and children's care
What we offer
- Earn between £14.50 to £22.00/hr
- Flexible shifts
- Weekly pay
- Work across Taunton
- Holiday pay uplift
- Free training + scrubs
- Manager support 24/7
What you'll do
- Deliver compassionate care across healthcare environments
- Support comfort, dignity, and day-to-day independence
- Assist with personal care and movement
- Promote nutrition, hydration, and wellbeing
- Administer medication in line with guidelines
- Monitor health and report any changes promptly
- Support clinical care tasks where trained
- Provide companionship and emotional support
- Maintain a safe and hygienic environment
- Collaborate with families and care teams
- Keep clear, accurate records of care
- Build positive and consistent relationships
- Flexible work available for Healthcare Assistant (HCA)s in Taunton
What you'll bring
- Minimum 6 months’ UK experience as a Healthcare Assistant in a care home or nursing home
- A calm, caring, and patient approach to supporting residents
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Reliable and able to work independently when needed
- Experience supporting a range of care needs in a residential setting
- Commitment to providing high-quality, person-centred care
- Understanding of dignity, respect, and resident wellbeing
- Ability to follow care plans and organisational procedures
- Good observation skills and attention to detail
- Willingness to learn and develop within the role
Apply today
Complete the form and attach your CV to apply for Healthcare Assistant (HCA) roles in Taunton.
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
Medicare People connects dedicated carers with meaningful carer roles across Taunton and the UK. We strive to provide a positive, supportive work environment with competitive pay and opportunities that genuinely change lives.
Our work is governed by the standards set out in the Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003. As both a care agency and nursing agency, we represent our clients in the recruitment process and must comply with guidelines ensuring fairness, transparency, and proper candidate assessment.
We take pride in operating responsibly and in supporting both candidates and clients throughout the entire hiring process.
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