On-Site Care
Temporary
Wigton
About the Healthcare Assistant (HCA) job in Wigton
This flexible Healthcare Assistant (HCA) job covers residential care, nursing homes, and supported living in Wigton.
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 weekly pay, reaching up to the equivalent of £24.00/hr
- Flexible rota options designed to suit your preferred work‑life balance
- Steady placement availability throughout Wigton
- Enhanced rates during bank holidays
- Pension contributions provided
- Incentives available for referring new carers
- Free scrubs and a personalised ID badge
- Training delivered without any cost to you
- Managers available day and night for support
- A workplace culture that prioritises wellbeing, respect and ongoing development
What you'll do
- Deliver compassionate, person-centred care in healthcare settings
- Support dignity, independence, and daily wellbeing
- Assist with personal care and movement
- Encourage nutrition, hydration, and routine care
- Administer medication safely and responsibly
- Monitor and report any changes in condition
- Support basic clinical interventions where trained
- Provide reassurance and emotional support
- Maintain a clean, safe, and comfortable space
- Work alongside families and healthcare teams
- Keep clear and accurate care records
- Build positive, consistent relationships
- Opportunities for Healthcare Assistant (HCA) roles across Wigton
What you'll bring
- Minimum 6 months’ UK experience in a care home or nursing home setting
- A calm and compassionate approach to care delivery
- Strong communication and teamwork abilities
- Reliable, professional, and organised
- Experience supporting day-to-day care needs
- Commitment to person-centred care
- Understanding of dignity and respectful support
- Ability to work in line with care plans and policies
- Attention to detail and good observation skills
- Eagerness to develop within the healthcare sector
Apply today
To move forward with your application for this or any other Healthcare Assistant (HCA) vacancy in Wigton, 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?
- 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
At Medicare People, we specialise in matching caring professionals with healthcare assistant job roles across Wigton 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.
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