Healthcare Assistant (HCA)

About the Healthcare Assistant (HCA) job in Cheltenham

This is one of the most flexible Healthcare Assistant (HCA) jobs in Cheltenham, offering you the chance to support people who need help with day‑to‑day tasks. You’ll work shifts across different care settings throughout the area.

We currently offer Healthcare Assistant (HCA) shifts in residential care homes, nursing homes, and supported living settings across Cheltenham. Choose what works best for you.

Be on shift within 48 hours (subject to compliance).

Experience working with clients with:
- peg feed
- oral suctioning
- complex care needs

What we offer

• Competitive pay between £16.00 to £20.00/hr
• Weekly pay run
• Flexible shifts that fits your commitments
• Reliable and ongoing placement availability across Cheltenham
• Higher rates of pay for bank holiday shifts
• Pension contributions included as standard
• Referral bonuses for introducing new carers
• Free scrubs and a professional ID badge
• Comprehensive funded training
• Round‑the‑clock access to experienced managers
• A workplace culture centred on respect, wellbeing and ongoing 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 Healthcare Assistant (HCA) opportunities across Cheltenham

What you'll bring

• At least 6 months’ experience working in a UK care environment
• A caring, patient, and supportive nature
• Strong communication and people skills
• Reliable, organised, and able to work independently
• Experience supporting residents with a range of needs
• Passion for delivering quality care
• Understanding of dignity and wellbeing
• Ability to follow care plans and guidance
• Awareness of safeguarding and safety
• Willing to develop within the role

Apply today

If you're interested in applying for this Healthcare Assistant (HCA) job or exploring additional vacancies in Cheltenham, simply complete the application form provided on this page. Make sure you upload your CV so we can review your experience fully.

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 specialises in healthcare assistant care jobs across Cheltenham, helping caring and skilled professionals find rewarding placements locally and nationally. We are dedicated to providing excellent support and strong pay, creating opportunities to make a positive impact.

Under the definitions provided by the Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003, Medicare People functions as both a Healthcare Assistant (HCA) jobs agency and medical staffing agency. In this role, we must follow strict guidelines relating to candidate suitability, client representation, and responsible recruitment practices.

Our goal is to uphold these standards while ensuring a smooth and supportive experience for all applicants.