Healthcare Assistant

Job description

Location: Cockermouth, Cumbria

Job Type: Temporary Agency Work

Shift Pattern: Flexible Day Shifts, Night Shifts & Weekend Shifts Available

Hours: Flexible

Salary: Competitive Hourly Rate

Medaxis Talent is currently recruiting compassionate and reliable Healthcare Assistants to support healthcare and care services in Cockermouth, Cumbria.

We are looking for dedicated individuals who are passionate about providing high-quality care and support to service users. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced Healthcare Assistants seeking flexible agency work with a variety of shifts available.

Local candidates based in or around Cockermouth are strongly encouraged to apply.

• Support service users with personal care and daily living activities.
• Assist with mobility, nutrition, hydration, and general wellbeing.
• Promote dignity, independence, and person-centred care.
• Observe and report any changes in a service user's condition or wellbeing.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation.
• Provide emotional support and companionship where required.
• Follow care plans, risk assessments, and organisational policies.
• Work collaboratively with healthcare professionals and care teams.
• Adhere to safeguarding, health and safety, and infection control procedures at all times.

Applicants must hold:

• Care Certificate
• Mandatory Training Certificate

• Previous experience working as a Healthcare Assistant, Support Worker, or Care Assistant.
• Strong understanding of person-centred care.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Compassionate, reliable, and professional approach to care.

• Competitive hourly pay rates.
• Flexible working patterns.
• Day, night, and weekend shifts available.
• Weekly payroll.
• Ongoing support from a dedicated recruitment consultant.
• Opportunities to work with established healthcare providers.
• Immediate starts available for compliant candidates.

Successful applicants will be required to provide:

• Enhanced DBS Certificate (or willingness to obtain one).
• Right to Work documentation.
• Employment references.
• Proof of qualifications and training certificates.
• Full compliance documentation prior to placement.

If you are a dedicated Healthcare Assistant looking for flexible agency work in Cockermouth, we would love to hear from you.

Submit your CV today and a member of the Medaxis Talent team will be in touch to discuss available opportunities.

Recruiting Care. Changing Lives.

Medaxis Talent Ltd is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults. All applicants will be subject to safer recruitment checks, including an Enhanced DBS check, employment references, right to work verification, and qualification checks in line with regulatory requirements.

Extra information

Status

Closed

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Cockermouth

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Salary indication

Between £13.00 and £14.00 Per Hour

Profession type

Health / Medical

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English