Female Healthcare Assistant (HCA)

About the Female Healthcare Assistant (HCA) job in Brighton

This is one of the many fulfilling Female Healthcare Assistant (HCA) jobs in Brighton, where you’ll support individuals needing daily living assistance. You’ll work flexible shifts across different care settings.

Female Healthcare Assistant (HCA) shifts are available in residential care homes, nursing homes, and supported living. Choose the hours that suit you.

Accelerated process - start in 48 hours once compliance is complete.

Additional requirements:
Minimum 12 months’ care experience
Experience with complex care is preferred

- Tracheostomy
- Nebulisation
- Suctioning
- Cough Assist
- Oxygen Therapy
- Epilepsy
- Enteral feeding
- Medication administration via PEG

What we offer

• Earn between £20.00 to £25.00/hr
• Weekly pay
• Flexible shifts
• Choose your own rota patterns
• Consistent work available in Brighton
• Bank holiday pay enhancements
• Free scrub set + training potential
• 24/7 management support

What you'll do

• Deliver high-quality care within a range of healthcare settings
• Support dignity, wellbeing, and independence
• Assist with personal care and safe mobility
• Encourage good nutrition and hydration
• Administer medication safely and correctly
• Monitor health and report any concerns
• Support clinical care tasks where trained
• Provide emotional support and companionship
• Maintain a clean, safe, and comfortable environment
• Work closely with families and care professionals
• Keep accurate, detailed care notes
• Build meaningful and trusted relationships
• Ongoing Female Healthcare Assistant (HCA) opportunities across Brighton

What you'll bring

• At least 6 months’ experience in a UK care home or similar environment
• A compassionate and supportive approach to care
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Dependable and able to work both independently and in a team
• Experience supporting individuals with varying care needs
• Passion for delivering safe, person-centred care
• Understanding of dignity and respect in care settings
• Ability to follow care plans and guidance
• Awareness of safeguarding and safety procedures
• Motivation to grow and develop your skills

Apply today

Please use the application form on this page to apply for this and other Female Healthcare Assistant (HCA) roles in Brighton. 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

At Medicare People, we connect dedicated healthcare workers with rewarding care jobs across Brighton and the wider UK. As a leading provider, we offer a supportive environment, competitive pay, and the chance to make a meaningful difference every day.

In our capacity as a Female Healthcare Assistant (HCA) agency and medical staffing agency as defined by the Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003, we operate as an intermediary between applicants and our clients. This means we represent our clients’ needs while ensuring candidates are matched appropriately, ethically, and fairly.