Healthcare Assistant

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

Job summary

A trusted healthcare provider in Telford seeks dedicated Health Care Assistants to deliver exceptional care. Offering competitive pay between £16.50 and £18.00 per hour, this role includes flexible work patterns and ongoing training opportunities. Ideal candidates will have prior care experience, relevant qualifications, and a full UK driving licence. Join a supportive team dedicated to making a real difference in the community.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Paid induction & competency sign-offs

Ongoing training & development

Recognition & rewards program

Flexible work patterns

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience in care.
• Full UK driving licence is mandatory.
• Safeguarding Level 2/3 certification required.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications to patients.
• Assist with PEG feeding and management tasks.
• Provide oxygen therapy as needed.

Skills

Experience with catheter suctioning

Medication administration skills

Empathy

Proactive care approach

Education

Care Certificate or NVQ qualification in Health & Social Care

Job description

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

Health Care Assistant - Telford

Pay: £16.50 – £18.00 per hour / Full-time, Part-time, or Flexible Zero-Hour Contracts

Looking for a meaningful healthcare role where your time, compassion, and expertise are genuinely appreciated? Join MCS Healthcare! A trusted, CQC-regulated care provider committed to delivering exceptional care to individuals with both non-complex and complex needs in the community.

Why Choose MCS Healthcare?

We believe great care starts with great carers. That’s why we pay you for every minute worked, no unpaid gaps. If you’re passionate about making a difference, we’ll give you the support, respect, and rewards you deserve.

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What We Offer:

• Competitive Pay – £16.50 to £18.00 per hour
• Paid Induction & Competency Sign-Offs – Your time is valuable, and we pay you for it
• Ongoing Training & Development – Expand your skills with regular, fully funded online and in-person training
• Recognition & Rewards – Celebrate your commitment with Length of Service awards and Employee of the Month perks
• Flexible Work Patterns – Day shifts, nights, weekdays, weekends – you choose what works for you

What We’re Looking For:

We’re on the lookout for dedicated Health Care Assistants who bring experience, empathy, and a proactive approach to care. Previous care experience is highly valued.

Essential Requirements:

• Care Certificate or NVQ qualification in Health & Social Care
• At least 1 year of experience in care
• Experience with catheter suctioning, PEG care, epilepsy, and oxygen management
• Medication administration experience
• Full UK driving licence
• Safeguarding Level 2/3
• Valid DBS on the Update Service
• Practical Manual Handling & Basic Life Support training

Your Responsibilities Include:

• Administering medications
• PEG feeding and management
• Oxygen therapy via nasal cannula
• Observations and reporting
• Epilepsy management
• Complex care tasks

Available Shifts:

• 12-hour shifts (day or night)
• Weekdays and/or weekends
• Full-time, part-time, or flexible zero-hour options

Ready to Make a Real Difference?

If you're a compassionate, skilled carer ready for a rewarding role in a supportive team, we want to hear from you! Apply today and take the next step in your healthcare career with MCS Healthcare.

Please note:

We do not hold a UK Sponsor Licence. This means we are unable to consider applications from overseas candidates who require sponsorship and do not already have the right to work in the UK.