Healthcare Assistant

MCS Healthcare; England; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused care provider is looking for compassionate Health Care Assistants to join their team in Dorset. Offering pay between £16.50 to £18.00 per hour with flexible contracts, the role demands at least one year of experience in care, a valid driving licence, and specific care qualifications. The position emphasizes training, recognition, and supportive work conditions. Ideal candidates are empathetic and skilled at managing complex patient needs, contributing meaningfully to their team's mission of quality care.

Benefits

Paid induction and sign-offs

Ongoing training and development

Recognition awards

Flexible shifts

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of care experience.
• Experience with catheter suctioning, PEG feeding, oxygen therapy, epilepsy management, and medication administration.
• A full UK driving licence and DBS registered on the Update Service.
• Valid Manual Handling & Basic Life Support training.

Responsibilities

• Administering medication.
• PEG care and suctioning.
• Oxygen support via nasal cannula.
• Monitoring health observations.
• Managing epilepsy and other complex needs.
• Providing reassurance, dignity, and emotional support.

Skills

Compassionate care

Empathy

Calm approach

Ability to manage complex situations

Education

Care Certificate or NVQ in Health & Social Care

Job description

Join a Care Provider That Truly Values You – Every Minute, Every Shift

Health Care Assistants – Dorset

Pay: £16.50 – £18.00 per hour

Job Types: Full-time | Part-time | Flexible Zero-Hour Contracts

Are you a compassionate, experienced carer looking for a role where your work really matters and your time is truly valued?

At MCS Healthcare, we don’t just talk about quality care—we live it. We’re a CQC-regulated provider supporting people in the community, from those with everyday needs to individuals requiring more complex care. And we know that great care only happens when we look after our team just as much as we look after our clients.

Why Join MCS Healthcare?

We get it—care work can be demanding, but also deeply rewarding. That’s why we’ve built a supportive, respectful environment where you're paid for every minute you work, trained to succeed, and recognised for your commitment.

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Here’s what we offer:

Excellent Pay – £16.50 to £18.00 per hour

Paid Induction & Sign-Offs – We value your time from the very beginning

Ongoing Training & Development – Whether you're brushing up or branching out, we’ve got you covered

Recognition That Matters – From ‘Employee of the Month’ to Long Service Awards, your dedication won’t go unnoticed

Shifts That Fit Your Life – Days, nights, weekdays, weekends – you decide what works for you

What We’re Looking For:

We’re looking for kind, capable people who bring experience, empathy, and a calm approach to complex situations. If you’ve worked in care before—especially within the NHS or community settings—you’ll feel right at home with us.

To be successful, you’ll need:

A Care Certificate or NVQ in Health & Social Care

At least 1 year of care experience

Experience with

• Catheter suctioning
• PEG feeding
• Oxygen therapy
• Epilepsy management
• Medication administration

A Full UK driving licence

Safeguarding Level 2 or 3

A DBS registered on the Update Service

Valid Manual Handling & Basic Life Support training

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Administering medication
• PEG care and suctioning
• Oxygen support via nasal cannula
• Monitoring health observations
• Managing epilepsy and other complex needs
• Providing reassurance, dignity, and emotional support every step of the way

Sound Like a Good Fit?

If you’re a caring professional who wants to work somewhere you're respected, paid fairly, and given real opportunities to grow—we’d love to welcome you to the MCS Healthcare family.

Apply now and start the next chapter in your healthcare journey with a team that truly values what you do.

Please note: We do not hold a UK Sponsorship Licence. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK.