About the Healthcare Assistant (HCA) job in Cumbria
Step into a rewarding Healthcare Assistant (HCA) role serving residential care homes, nursing homes, and supported living across Cumbria .
You’ll deliver person‑centred support to adults with age‑related needs, physical disabilities, learning disabilities, autism, or mental health conditions, helping them maintain routines, build confidence, and feel at home.
You’ll join nurse‑led and experienced teams, contribute to safe, high‑quality care, and choose days, nights, weekends, or regular block bookings to suit your schedule. Fast‑track checks mean you could start within 48 hours (subject to compliance).
Requirements:
- Previous domiciliary care experience is essential
- Able to provide high-quality care and support to clients in their own homes
- Reliable, compassionate, and professional approach
- Available to work 35–40 hours per week
- A valid drivers licence with own car
What we offer
- Competitive rates (up to £21.00/hr equivalent)
- Weekly pay
- Shift flexibility to match your personal routine
- Consistent placement options across Cumbria
- Increased bank holiday pay
- Pension included
- Rewards for referring new carers
- Free scrubs and ID badge
- No‑cost training24/7 support from experienced managers
- A supportive, wellbeing‑led workplace
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 Healthcare Assistant (HCA) positions available in Cumbria
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 Healthcare Assistant (HCA) vacancy in Cumbria , 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?
- Start by completing the application form here
- A team member will review and invite you to set up a secure account
- Provide your basic info and shift choices
- Complete all registration and compliance in your account
- Apply for available shifts, often within 48 hours (subject to compliance)
About Medicare People
At Medicare People, we specialise in matching caring professionals with healthcare assistant job roles across Cumbria and nationwide. We offer competitive pay and a supportive culture that allows carers to thrive.
As a Healthcare Assistant (HCA) jobs agency and medical staffing agency under the Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003, we act on behalf of our clients to source and assess candidates for their roles. Compliance and responsible recruitment are central to how we operate.