On-Site Care
Temporary
Abingdon
About the Healthcare Assistant (HCA) job in Abingdon
This is one of the most flexible Healthcare Assistant (HCA) jobs in Abingdon, offering you the chance to support people who need help with day‑to‑day tasks. You’ll work shifts across different care settings throughout the area.
We currently offer Healthcare Assistant (HCA) shifts in residential care homes, nursing homes, and supported living settings across Abingdon. Choose what works best for you.
Be on shift within 48 hours (subject to compliance).
- Proven experience or training in PEG feeding and tube management
- Strong understanding of hygiene and infection control
What we offer
- Earn between £16.00 to £20.00/hr
- Flexible shifts
- Weekly pay
- Work across Abingdon
- Holiday pay uplift
- Free training + scrubs
- Manager support 24/7
What you'll do
- Provide compassionate care across a range of care settings
- Promote dignity, independence, and overall wellbeing
- Assist with personal care and safe mobility
- Support nutrition, hydration, and everyday needs
- Administer medication safely and correctly
- Monitor condition and escalate any concerns
- Assist with clinical tasks where trained
- Offer emotional support and companionship
- Maintain a safe, clean, and comfortable environment
- Work with families and healthcare professionals
- Maintain clear and accurate care records
- Build positive and meaningful relationships
- Healthcare Assistant (HCA) roles available across Abingdon
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 apply for this Healthcare Assistant (HCA) role, along with other similar opportunities we’re offering in Abingdon, please take a moment to complete the application form on this page. Be sure to include your CV so we can review your background thoroughly.
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 Abingdon 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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