Healthcare Assistant (HCA)

About the Healthcare Assistant (HCA) job Guildford

For those seeking Healthcare Assistant (HCA) jobs in Guildford, this flexible role offers the chance to make a meaningful contribution to individuals who need support with daily living. You’ll be invited to cover shifts across multiple healthcare and social care settings in Guildford, helping people whose independence is affected by disability, illness or age‑related needs.

Our available Healthcare Assistant (HCA) shifts span residential care homes, nursing homes, and supported living across Guildford.

You’ll be able to select the hours and work environments that suit you best, giving you flexibility and control over your schedule.

Get started in as little as 48 hours (subject to compliance).

Additional requirements:

- Must be a driver with business insurance
- Valid drivers licence
- With no visa restriction available for a minimum of 36 hours a week
- Working hours between 08:00 - 22:00

What we offer

• Weekly earnings up to £23.00/hr
• Bank holiday enhancements
• Pension contributions
• Referral bonuses
• Free scrubs
• Free ID badge
• Training included
• Regular Guildford placements
• 24/7 management support
• A culture built on respect and staff wellbeing

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 Guildford

What you'll bring

• 6+ months’ UK experience as a Healthcare Assistant in a care home or nursing home
• A compassionate and calm approach to supporting others
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Reliable and able to manage responsibilities independently
• Experience supporting a range of resident needs
• Commitment to safe, person-centred care
• Understanding of dignity, respect, and independence
• Ability to follow care plans effectively
• Strong observation and reporting skills
• Willingness to learn and progress

Apply today

Interested in this or other Healthcare Assistant (HCA) posts in Guildford? Just fill out the form here and upload your CV.

Please note we do not sponsor visas.

What happens after I apply?

• Apply now using the form on this page
• We’ll assess your application and send an invite to create your online portal
• Provide your information and shift availability
• Complete compliance and registration through your portal
• Begin applying for shifts, typically within 48 hours (subject to compliance)

About Medicare People

Medicare People links compassionate carers with fulfilling healthcare assistant job opportunities in Guildford and beyond. We provide competitive pay and a supportive environment that values each professional’s contribution.

In keeping with the definitions set out in the Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003, we operate as a Healthcare Assistant (HCA) jobs agency and healthcare staffing agency. This means we represent our clients’ needs and ensure candidates are legally and ethically matched to suitable roles.