Healthcare Assistant (HCA) job in Chatham REF46LU

Salary: £14.66 - £22.58 per hour*
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Map Chatham, Kent,

About the Healthcare Assistant (HCA) job in Chatham

If you're looking for meaningful Healthcare Assistant (HCA) jobs in Chatham, this flexible role gives you the opportunity to support people who need help with everyday tasks. You’ll be invited to work shifts across a variety of care settings in Chatham, helping individuals affected by illness, disability or age‑related needs.

We have numerous Healthcare Assistant (HCA) shifts available, including residential care homes, nursing homes, supported living and specialist services.

You can choose the work patterns and environments that fit your lifestyle, giving you the flexibility you need.

Fast onboarding: you can start within 48 hours (subject to compliance checks).

What we offer

  • Earn between £14.66 to £22.58/hr
  • Weekly pay
  • Flexible shifts
  • Choose your own rota patterns
  • Consistent work available in Chatham
  • Bank holiday pay enhancements
  • Free scrub set + training potential
  • 24/7 management support

What you'll do

  • Deliver person‑centred care within healthcare facilities
  • Support dignity, independence and wellbeing
  • Assist with washing, dressing, grooming and mobility
  • Prepare meals and encourage hydration
  • Administer medication correctly
  • ECG's
  • Simple dressings
  • Phlebotomy
  • Doppler
  • B12 injections
  • Offer companionship and emotional support
  • Maintain a clean, safe environment
  • Monitor changes in health and report concerns
  • Work in partnership with families and professionals
  • Record clear and accurate notes
  • Suitable for those looking for Healthcare Assistant (HCA) jobs in Chatham

What you'll bring

  • At least six months of UK facility‑based Healthcare Assistant (HCA) experience
  • Kind, gentle and compassionate attitude
  • Strong verbal communication
  • Reliable with the ability to think on your feet
  • Confident supporting different levels of need within a care setting
  • Dedicated to providing person‑centred support
  • Experience in specialist services is an advantage
  • Tracheostomy care trained
  • Ventilation trained
  • PEG feeding trained

Apply today

Fill out the form here to apply for this and other Healthcare Assistant (HCA) jobs in Chatham. Don’t forget your CV.

Please note we do not sponsor visas.

What happens after I apply?

  • Submit your application via the on‑page form
  • We’ll review and send a link to create your online account
  • Tell us your details and preferred shift patterns
  • Finish your registration and compliance checks online
  • Start booking shifts within 48 hours in many cases (subject to compliance)

About Medicare People

Medicare People links compassionate carers with fulfilling healthcare assistant job opportunities in Chatham and beyond. We provide competitive pay and a supportive environment that values each professional’s contribution.

In keeping with the definitions set out in the Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003, we operate as a Healthcare Assistant (HCA) jobs agency and healthcare staffing agency. This means we represent our clients’ needs and ensure candidates are legally and ethically matched to suitable roles.