Healthcare Assistant (HCA) job in Essex REF24XH

Salary: £14.66 - £22.58 per hour*
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About the Healthcare Assistant (HCA) job in Essex

If you're considering Healthcare Assistant (HCA) jobs in Essex, this flexible opportunity offers the ability to make a real impact in people’s everyday lives. You’ll work shifts throughout the Essex area in a variety of settings, supporting individuals who need help with daily activities due to illness, disability or age‑related challenges.

We offer a wide selection of Healthcare Assistant (HCA) shifts including residential care homes, nursing homes, and supported living placements.

With full flexibility, you’re able to choose the environments and hours that align best with your lifestyle and availability.

Begin working as soon as 48 hours (subject to compliance).

What we offer

  • Weekly earnings up to £22.58/hr
  • Bank holiday enhancements
  • Pension contributions
  • Referral bonuses
  • Free scrubs
  • Free ID badge
  • Training included
  • Regular Essex placements
  • 24/7 management support
  • A culture built on respect and staff wellbeing

What you'll do

  • Deliver hands‑on, person‑centred care in healthcare facilities
  • Promote independence, dignity and overall wellbeing
  • Help with bathing, dressing and mobility
  • Prepare meals and support hydration
  • Administer prescribed medication
  • ECG's
  • Simple dressings
  • Phlebotomy
  • Doppler
  • B12 injections
  • Observe and report wellbeing changes
  • Create a clean, safe living environment
  • Maintain detailed care documentation
  • Provide emotional support and companionship
  • A great opportunity for those seeking Healthcare Assistant (HCA) jobs in Essex

What you'll bring

  • 6 months or more Healthcare Assistant (HCA) experience in a healthcare facility
  • Kind and compassionate nature
  • Strong communication and listening skills
  • Dependable and able to take initiative when needed
  • Comfortable supporting a wide mix of care requirements
  • Passion for putting people at the centre of care
  • Applicants with specialist‑care experience encouraged
  • Tracheostomy care trained
  • Ventilation trained
  • PEG feeding trained

Apply today

You can apply for this Healthcare Assistant (HCA) job and other openings in Essex by submitting the form on this page with your CV attached.

Please note we do not sponsor visas.

What happens after I apply?

  • Use the application form on this page to apply
  • After review, we’ll invite you to set up your online account
  • Enter your details and indicate shift availability
  • Complete all compliance and registration online
  • Apply for shifts quickly, frequently within 48 hours (subject to compliance)

About Medicare People

Medicare People links compassionate carers with fulfilling healthcare assistant job opportunities in Essex 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.