Healthcare Assistant
| Posting date: | 11 September 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £12.50 to £24.00 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 11 October 2025 |
| Location: | Truro, Cornwall |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Health & Social Care Services Ltd |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: |
Summary
We are looking for caring and enthusiastic healthcare assistants to join our team to provide person-centred care for a gentleman who enjoys a range of unique interests and activities.
He loves spending time with his horses (especially feeding them carrots!), watching and talking about his favourite videos, and sharing bubble-themed stories or swimming fun. Trips to the seaside and water tunnel are highlights of his week, and he values being around familiar people he remembers positively.
The ideal candidate will bring patience, creativity, and a genuine willingness to engage in the things he enjoys most. Previous experience supporting people with autism and learning difficulties is highly desirable.
Market leading rates of pay:
• £12.50/hour during weekdays day shifts (Monday-Fridays)
• £13.00/hour during weekday night shifts and all day Saturdays
• £13.50/hour during all day Sundays
• £24.00/hour during all day Bank holidays
• £9.00/hour Sleeping Nights
Benefits:
• 28 days paid annual leave.
• Pension scheme after qualifying period.
• Full training for the role including shadowing Specialist Nurses.
• Nurse line manager and On-Call team to provide ongoing support.
• Excellent opportunities for Career progression.
• Opt. into Welfare Checks.
• Blue Light Card eligibility.
• Company funded training & DBS.
• Weekly Pay.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Guaranteed hours and Bank hours available from Day 1.
• Refer a Friend Scheme. (T&Cs Apply)
Responsibilities:
• Support patients with their physical care needs, including hygiene, mobility, nutrition, and comfort.
• Deliver person-centered care according to individual bespoke care plans.
• Promote independence and respect each patient’s spiritual, psychological, and cultural needs.
• Maintain accurate care records.
• Assist with communication between patients, their families, and healthcare professionals.
• Administer prescribed medication or clinical tasks after completing our advanced training and competency sign off.
• Monitor and report any changes in patient condition to the Regional Nurse Manager.
• Contribute to a supportive, high-standard care environment.
Specifically:
1. Autonomic Dysreflexia
2. Moving and Handling
3. Vital Observation
4. Medication Administration
5. Specialised Medication Administration
6. Challenging Behaviour
7. Positive Behaviour Support
Full-Time
Day Shift: 08:00am – 08:00pm
Night Shift: 08:00pm – 08:00am
Essential Skills and Qualities for this role:
• Reliable and committed.
• Dedicated and flexible.
• Excellent communication skills including verbal and written.
• Enthusiastic with a willingness to learn.
• Passionate, dedicated, and empathetic.
• A driving licence is essential for this role.
• Experience is not essential for this position.
• Proof of your right to live and work in the UK.
*Please note that this position is not available for international sponsorship.*
He loves spending time with his horses (especially feeding them carrots!), watching and talking about his favourite videos, and sharing bubble-themed stories or swimming fun. Trips to the seaside and water tunnel are highlights of his week, and he values being around familiar people he remembers positively.
The ideal candidate will bring patience, creativity, and a genuine willingness to engage in the things he enjoys most. Previous experience supporting people with autism and learning difficulties is highly desirable.
Market leading rates of pay:
• £12.50/hour during weekdays day shifts (Monday-Fridays)
• £13.00/hour during weekday night shifts and all day Saturdays
• £13.50/hour during all day Sundays
• £24.00/hour during all day Bank holidays
• £9.00/hour Sleeping Nights
Benefits:
• 28 days paid annual leave.
• Pension scheme after qualifying period.
• Full training for the role including shadowing Specialist Nurses.
• Nurse line manager and On-Call team to provide ongoing support.
• Excellent opportunities for Career progression.
• Opt. into Welfare Checks.
• Blue Light Card eligibility.
• Company funded training & DBS.
• Weekly Pay.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Guaranteed hours and Bank hours available from Day 1.
• Refer a Friend Scheme. (T&Cs Apply)
Responsibilities:
• Support patients with their physical care needs, including hygiene, mobility, nutrition, and comfort.
• Deliver person-centered care according to individual bespoke care plans.
• Promote independence and respect each patient’s spiritual, psychological, and cultural needs.
• Maintain accurate care records.
• Assist with communication between patients, their families, and healthcare professionals.
• Administer prescribed medication or clinical tasks after completing our advanced training and competency sign off.
• Monitor and report any changes in patient condition to the Regional Nurse Manager.
• Contribute to a supportive, high-standard care environment.
Specifically:
1. Autonomic Dysreflexia
2. Moving and Handling
3. Vital Observation
4. Medication Administration
5. Specialised Medication Administration
6. Challenging Behaviour
7. Positive Behaviour Support
Full-Time
Day Shift: 08:00am – 08:00pm
Night Shift: 08:00pm – 08:00am
Essential Skills and Qualities for this role:
• Reliable and committed.
• Dedicated and flexible.
• Excellent communication skills including verbal and written.
• Enthusiastic with a willingness to learn.
• Passionate, dedicated, and empathetic.
• A driving licence is essential for this role.
• Experience is not essential for this position.
• Proof of your right to live and work in the UK.
*Please note that this position is not available for international sponsorship.*