Healthcare Assistant (HCA)

About the Healthcare Assistant (HCA) job in Herne Bay

If you're considering Healthcare Assistant (HCA) jobs in Herne Bay, this flexible opportunity offers the ability to make a real impact in people’s everyday lives. You’ll work shifts throughout the Herne Bay 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

• Up to £22.00/hr
• Choose your shifts
• Weekly pay
• Work available in Herne Bay
• Bank holiday enhancements
• Free scrubs & training included
• 24/7 manager support

What you'll do

• Deliver compassionate care across healthcare environments
• Support comfort, dignity, and day-to-day independence
• Assist with personal care and movement
• Promote nutrition, hydration, and wellbeing
• Administer medication in line with guidelines
• Monitor health and report any changes promptly
• Support clinical care tasks where trained
• Provide companionship and emotional support
• Maintain a safe and hygienic environment
• Collaborate with families and care teams
• Keep clear, accurate records of care
• Build positive and consistent relationships
• Flexible work available for Healthcare Assistant (HCA)s in Herne Bay

What you'll bring

• 6+ months’ experience as a UK Healthcare Assistant in a care setting
• A calm, caring, and respectful approach
• Strong communication skills with residents and colleagues
• Reliable and able to work flexibly
• Confidence supporting individuals with varying care needs
• Commitment to high standards of care
• Understanding of dignity, wellbeing, and independence
• Ability to follow care plans and instructions
• Strong observation and reporting skills
• Willingness to build experience and skills

Apply today

Please use the application form on this page to apply for this and other Healthcare Assistant (HCA) roles in Herne Bay. Ensure your CV is included.

Please note we do not sponsor visas.

What happens after I apply?

• Apply on this page using the application form
• After a quick review, we’ll invite you to create an online profile
• Enter your details and availability for shifts
• Finish compliance and registration in the profile
• Request your first shifts, commonly within 48 hours (subject to compliance)

About Medicare People

As one of the leading healthcare assistant care providers in Herne Bay, Medicare People connects skilled and compassionate professionals with meaningful placements across the Herne Bay region and the UK. Our carers benefit from competitive pay and a supportive environment designed to help them thrive.

In accordance with the Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003, Medicare People acts in the capacity of a Healthcare Assistant (HCA) agency and medical staffing agency. These regulations outline how we must manage candidate information, represent clients’ requirements, and ensure fair recruitment practices. We take these responsibilities seriously and maintain full compliance in every placement.

We remain dedicated to ensuring our applicants are well supported from the first enquiry through to successful placement.