On-Site Care
Temporary
Wigton, Cumbria
About the Healthcare Assistant (HCA) job in Carlisle
As one of the many rewarding Healthcare Assistant (HCA) jobs in Carlisle, this flexible position gives you the opportunity to support individuals who require daily living assistance. You’ll have access to shifts across a wide range of healthcare and social care environments in Carlisle.
Available shifts include placements across residential care, nursing homes, and supported living in Carlisle, creating safer, more comfortable days for adults with varied needs
We offer full flexibility, allowing you to select the shifts and environments that align with your lifestyle.
Lightning‑fast onboarding: shifts start in 48 hours, subject to compliance.
What we offer
- Up to £23.29/hr
- Choose your shifts
- Weekly pay
- Work available in Carlisle
- Bank holiday enhancements
- Free scrubs & training included
- 24/7 manager support
What you'll do
- Deliver person-centred care across a range of healthcare settings
- Support dignity, independence, and overall wellbeing
- Assist with personal care, including washing, dressing, grooming, and mobility
- Support nutrition, hydration, and daily living routines
- Administer medication safely in line with care plans
- Monitor observations and report any concerns
- Support clinical tasks where required and trained
- Provide companionship and emotional reassurance
- Maintain a safe, clean, and comfortable environment
- Work in partnership with families and healthcare teams
- Keep clear and accurate care records
- Build positive and trusting relationships
- Flexible Healthcare Assistant (HCA) roles available across Carlisle
- Minimum 6+ months’ UK experience as a HCA in a care home or nursing home
- A kind, calm, and patient approach to care
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently
- Confidence supporting a range of care needs within a care setting
- Commitment to delivering high-quality, person-centred care
- Understanding of dignity, respect, and safeguarding
- Ability to follow care plans and policies
- Good observation skills and attention to detail
- Willingness to learn and develop within the role
Apply today
You can apply for this Healthcare Assistant (HCA) job and other openings in Carlisle by submitting the form on this page with your CV attached.
Please note we do not sponsor visas.
What happens after I apply?
- Fill out the application form provided on this page
- Our team checks your application and sends an invite to open your account
- Add your information and select the shifts you prefer
- Complete your registration and compliance steps online
- Apply for shifts quickly, often in 48 hours (subject to compliance)
About Medicare People
Medicare People connects passionate healthcare professionals with meaningful healthcare assistant care opportunities across Carlisle and throughout the UK. We offer strong support, competitive pay, and roles where carers can make a genuine difference.
Acting in line with the Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003, Medicare People functions as a Healthcare Assistant (HCA) jobs agency and healthcare staffing agency. In this capacity, we recruit on behalf of our clients, ensuring each placement meets the required standards of suitability, professionalism, and regulatory compliance.
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