Healthcare Assistant
Job in
Bishop Auckland, Durham County, DL14, England, UK
Listed on 2026-10-07
Listing for:
MCS Healthcare
Contract
position Listed on 2026-10-07
Job specializations:
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Healthcare
Caregiver, Healthcare Nursing, Direct Support Professional/ Direct Care, Home Care
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Shifts:
10:00 pm – 8:00 am (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday) Are you a compassionate and understanding carer looking to make a real difference in someone's life? At MCS Healthcare , we are looking for dedicated Health Care Assistants to support a young client living at home with their family in Radstock. This is a rewarding opportunity to provide consistent, person-centred care to an adolescent with a learning disability and epilepsy.
About the Role You will be supporting a young person who lives in a loving family home. The client requires reassurance, structure, and consistent support, especially during the night. They may use their behaviour to communicate, so they need a calm, patient carer who can understand their needs. At times, the client may display behaviours that challenge, particularly if they feel overwhelmed or unsettled.
Building trust, offering reassurance, and responding in a calm and supportive way is essential. This role is not just about care tasks—it's about building a positive relationship, promoting a sense of safety, and supporting the client to feel comfortable in their own home. We are looking for someone who is:
Empathetic, patient, and understanding A good listener who can respond calmly to needs Confident in supporting behaviours that may challenge Able to build strong rapport with the client and family What You'll Be Doing Providing personal and emotional support Supporting and managing behaviours that may challenge in a calm and safe manner Monitoring wellbeing and ensuring safety overnight Supporting with epilepsy care Promoting comfort, dignity, and reassurance at all times Why Join MCS Healthcare?
£17.00 per hour Paid induction and training Ongoing support and development Flexible working patterns Supportive and respectful team environment What We're Looking For At least 1 year of care experience A caring and professional approach Willingness to learn and follow care plans Experience in learning disabilities or similar settings (preferred)
Please note:
We do not hold a UK Sponsorship Licence. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK.
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