On-Site Care
Temporary
Eastbourne, East Sussex
About the Female Healthcare Assistant (HCA) job in Hastings
As a Female Healthcare Assistant (HCA) in Hastings, 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).
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
- Competitive earnings, equivalent to a maximum of £24.00/hr
- Weekly pay
- Flexible rotas that allow you to work around personal commitments
- Steady and reliable placement availability across Hastings
- Higher pay for all bank holiday shifts
- Pension contributions as part of your package
- Bonuses for referring carers to the service
- Free scrubs and an ID badge supplied
- Comprehensive training options delivered at no cost
- 24/7 access to experienced managers for advice and support
- A supportive workplace built on mutual respect, wellbeing and professional growth
What you'll do
- Provide person-centred care across a variety of care settings
- Promote independence, dignity, and wellbeing
- Assist with daily personal care and mobility
- Support healthy eating, hydration, and routines
- Administer medication safely and responsibly
- Observe and report changes in health
- Assist with clinical tasks where appropriate and trained
- Offer reassurance, companionship, and support
- Maintain a clean, safe, and comfortable setting
- Work closely with families and professionals
- Maintain accurate care records
- Build strong and supportive relationships
- Opportunities for Female Healthcare Assistant (HCA) roles across Hastings
What you'll bring
- 6+ months’ experience as a UK Healthcare Assistant in a care setting
- A calm, caring, and respectful approach
- Strong communication skills with residents and colleagues
- Reliable and able to work flexibly
- Confidence supporting individuals with varying care needs
- Commitment to high standards of care
- Understanding of dignity, wellbeing, and independence
- Ability to follow care plans and instructions
- Strong observation and reporting skills
- Willingness to build experience and skills
Apply today
To move forward with your application for this or any other Female Healthcare Assistant (HCA) vacancy in Hastings, 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 here by completing the on‑page form.
- You’ll receive an invite to create your online account after review.
- Enter your personal details and preferred shift times.
- Finish compliance and registration tasks in the account.
- Start applying for shifts, often within 48 hours (subject to compliance).
About Medicare People
At Medicare People, we connect dedicated healthcare workers with rewarding care jobs across Hastings 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 Female 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.
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