Healthcare Assistant - Short Shifts (Urgently Needed)
| Posting date: | 20 December 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £18 per hour |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 19 January 2026 |
| Location: | Devon, South West England |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Catalyst Care Group |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | CTS |
Summary
Join Our Mission at Nurseline Healthcare
Empowering Independence, Championing Compassion At Nurseline Healthcare, part of the Catalyst Care Group, we are committed to providing expert complex care that transforms lives. We stand on the pillars of Compassion, Impact, and Community—values that guide our actions and our approach to compassionate care. We are seeking professionals who are passionate about making a significant difference in the lives of others while embodying these core values.
You will deliver high-quality care in people’s homes and communities, supporting individuals to live with dignity, independence, and safety. This role focuses on short shifts only (4–8 hours) and suits Care Professionals who value flexibility and are open to supporting packages at short notice where possible.
Who this Role is For:
This role is designed for Care Professionals who are intentionally choosing short (4–8 hours) shifts, flexible availability, and short-notice work as part of how they want to live and work.
It allows you to make a real difference while keeping control of your time — on your own terms.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide high-quality care to individuals in schools, supported living, residential settings and individuals’ homes.
Assist with daily living activities, personal care, and promoting independence.
Work with individuals with learning dissabilities, autism, severe mental health, challenging behavior, and eating disorders.
Support individuals in achieving their goals and improving their quality of life.
Ensure a safe and supportive environment for all people we support.
Experience & Requirements:
Minimum of 6 months of experience in healthcare.
NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care (preferred but not mandatory if five years of experience).
Valid driving license (manual preferred).
Experience in schools, supported living, and residential care.
Training in PMVA, and PBS (preferred).
Clean Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
Ability to handle last-minute changes and cover shifts on short notice, showcasing calmness and efficiency in dynamic healthcare environments.
Candidate Traits and Competencies:
Empathetic and able to manage under pressure.
Strong team player with excellent communication skills.
Open to feedback and able to incorporate it positively.
Friendly, understanding, and capable of addressing issues proactively.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Genuine desire to make a positive impact on individuals’ lives, with a commitment to providing the highest level of compassionate care.
What We Offer:
Financial & Practical Support
Mileage allowance
Refer-a-friend bonus – incentives for introducing new workers to the company (recently rolled out).
Tax relief – the ability to claim through the government for work-related clothing and tools (e.g., uniforms, mileage, and equipment).
Development & Support
On-shift support and guidance through the on-call system.
Regular supervisions.
Specialist training opportunities such as safeguarding, medication management, and more.
All mandatory training is free
Work-Life Balance and Community
Flexible working hours – option to choose shifts based on availability.
Recognition programmes – celebrating and rewarding outstanding contributions.
Social events – opportunities to connect and build team spirit.
Free DBS
This role is aligned to supporting short (4–8 hours), and applicants should expect availability for this type of work to form a core part of the role.
Empowering Independence, Championing Compassion At Nurseline Healthcare, part of the Catalyst Care Group, we are committed to providing expert complex care that transforms lives. We stand on the pillars of Compassion, Impact, and Community—values that guide our actions and our approach to compassionate care. We are seeking professionals who are passionate about making a significant difference in the lives of others while embodying these core values.
You will deliver high-quality care in people’s homes and communities, supporting individuals to live with dignity, independence, and safety. This role focuses on short shifts only (4–8 hours) and suits Care Professionals who value flexibility and are open to supporting packages at short notice where possible.
Who this Role is For:
This role is designed for Care Professionals who are intentionally choosing short (4–8 hours) shifts, flexible availability, and short-notice work as part of how they want to live and work.
It allows you to make a real difference while keeping control of your time — on your own terms.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide high-quality care to individuals in schools, supported living, residential settings and individuals’ homes.
Assist with daily living activities, personal care, and promoting independence.
Work with individuals with learning dissabilities, autism, severe mental health, challenging behavior, and eating disorders.
Support individuals in achieving their goals and improving their quality of life.
Ensure a safe and supportive environment for all people we support.
Experience & Requirements:
Minimum of 6 months of experience in healthcare.
NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care (preferred but not mandatory if five years of experience).
Valid driving license (manual preferred).
Experience in schools, supported living, and residential care.
Training in PMVA, and PBS (preferred).
Clean Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
Ability to handle last-minute changes and cover shifts on short notice, showcasing calmness and efficiency in dynamic healthcare environments.
Candidate Traits and Competencies:
Empathetic and able to manage under pressure.
Strong team player with excellent communication skills.
Open to feedback and able to incorporate it positively.
Friendly, understanding, and capable of addressing issues proactively.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Genuine desire to make a positive impact on individuals’ lives, with a commitment to providing the highest level of compassionate care.
What We Offer:
Financial & Practical Support
Mileage allowance
Refer-a-friend bonus – incentives for introducing new workers to the company (recently rolled out).
Tax relief – the ability to claim through the government for work-related clothing and tools (e.g., uniforms, mileage, and equipment).
Development & Support
On-shift support and guidance through the on-call system.
Regular supervisions.
Specialist training opportunities such as safeguarding, medication management, and more.
All mandatory training is free
Work-Life Balance and Community
Flexible working hours – option to choose shifts based on availability.
Recognition programmes – celebrating and rewarding outstanding contributions.
Social events – opportunities to connect and build team spirit.
Free DBS
This role is aligned to supporting short (4–8 hours), and applicants should expect availability for this type of work to form a core part of the role.