Healthcare Assistant

MCS Healthcare; Weymouth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused healthcare provider in Weymouth is seeking compassionate Health Care Assistants to join their team. The role involves providing complex care including tracheostomy management and medication administration. Candidates must possess a Care Certificate or NVQ, with at least a year’s experience in care. Offering flexible scheduling, training opportunities, and recognition for dedication, this position is ideal for empathetic individuals looking to make a real impact in healthcare.

Benefits

Paid induction and sign-offs

Ongoing training and development

Employee of the Month awards

Qualifications

• A minimum of 1 year of care experience required.
• Experience with complex care needs, especially within NHS.

Responsibilities

• Providing care such as jejunostomy and tracheostomy care.
• Monitoring health observations and managing complex needs.

Skills

Empathy

Tracheostomy care

Medication administration

Oxygen administration

Monitoring health observations

Education

Care Certificate or NVQ in Health & Social Care

Safeguarding Level 2 or 3

Tools

DBS registered on the Update Service

Valid Manual Handling & Basic Life Support training

Job description

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

Health Care Assistants – Weymouth

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

• Tracheostomy care including suctioning and invasive ventilation
• Medication administration via gastrostomy
• Jejunostomy care and feeding
• Oxygen administration
• 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:

• Jejunostomy care
• Tracheostomy care and suctioning
• Monitoring health observations
• Managing complex needs
• Providing reassurance, dignity, and emotional support every step of the way

Schedule: Monday to Friday days (9am-5pm)

Monday to Sunday nights (8pm-8am)

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