About the Healthcare Assistant (HCA) job in Failsworth
There are many Healthcare Assistant (HCA) jobs in Failsworth, and this flexible role lets you support individuals who need help with daily living tasks. You’ll work shifts in different care settings across the area.
Shifts are available in residential care, nursing homes, and supported living in Failsworth. Choose the hours and settings that suit you.
Rapid turnaround - you could be working in 48 hours (subject to compliance).
- Experience supporting people with addiction and complex mental health needs, including schizophrenia
What we offer
- Weekly pay up to £20.00/hr
- Flexible rotas chosen by you
- Consistent shifts in Failsworth
- Bank holiday enhancements
- Free scrubs and training options
- Pension contributions24/7 managerial support
What you'll do
- Provide high-quality, person-centred care across healthcare environments
- Promote dignity, independence, and wellbeing
- Support personal care and safe mobility
- Assist with nutrition, hydration, and daily living needs
- Administer medication in line with protocols
- Observe and report changes in health or condition
- Assist with clinical tasks where appropriate and trained
- Offer emotional support and companionship
- Maintain a safe, clean, and supportive environment
- Work collaboratively with families and care teams
- Maintain accurate and timely care documentation
- Build trusting relationships with service users
- Flexible roles available for Healthcare Assistant (HCA)s in Failsworth
What you'll bring
- 6+ months’ UK experience as a Healthcare Assistant in a care environment
- A compassionate, calm, and respectful attitude
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Reliable and able to manage responsibilities effectively
- Experience supporting a range of care needs
- Commitment to safe and person-centred care
- Understanding of dignity, respect, and independence
- Ability to follow care plans and procedures
- Strong observation and reporting ability
- Willingness to learn and build experience
Apply today
To apply for this Healthcare Assistant (HCA) role, along with other similar opportunities we’re offering in Failsworth, 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?
- 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 connects dedicated carers with meaningful carer roles across Failsworth 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.