Healthcare Assistant

Taunton, England, UK on site Until 8/22/2026 First posted June 11, 2026 Last posted June 11, 2026
Job description

Healthcare Assistant at Nurses UK

At Nurses UK, we are committed to providing exceptional healthcare services and are currently seeking compassionate and reliable Healthcare Assistants to join our dedicated team. As a Healthcare Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting our nursing staff and ensuring patients receive the highest standard of care.

Your role will involve assisting patients with their daily needs, monitoring their condition, and contributing to a safe and caring environment. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals passionate about making a positive impact in healthcare.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assist patients with personal care activities including hygiene, dressing, and mobility.
  • Support patients with feeding and nutritional needs.
  • Observe and report changes in patient conditions to nursing staff.
  • Maintain cleanliness and safety in patient care areas.
  • Provide emotional support and companionship to patients.

Requirements:

  • Previous experience as a Healthcare Assistant or in a similar healthcare role preferred.
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work flexible shifts including weekends and evenings.
  • Empathetic, patient-focused approach to care.
  • Basic healthcare training or certification is desirable.

Benefits

Outstanding Rates of Pay as an Agency

Flexible Working: flexible shifts, Days/Nights, Weekdays/Weekends, Full or Part-time

LOTS of work to choose from! Weekly Rotas & Advanced Bookings Available!

Weekly Payments

Transport allowance

Be part of an elite team of HCAs

Specialist FREE Annual Training

Refer a Friend Scheme

Blue Light Card

Employee of the Month Prizes

About this role

Summary

Assist patients with daily needs, monitor condition, support nursing staff, and ensure safety.

Job title

Healthcare Assistant

Experience level

null

Industry

healthcare

Location requirements

must be in or near taunton, UK, flexible remote work possible

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

communicationinterpersonal skillsempathy

Preferred skills

healthcare trainingcertification

Specializations

patient careassisting patientssupporting nursing staff
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Taunton, UK

On-site City