Healthcare Assistant

Overview

Zero-hours contract with opportunity to progress to fixed hours. We are recruiting a Healthcare Assistant to support an individual with complex needs within their own home and in the local community in Walsall.

This is a bespoke, person-centred care package delivered by a nurse-led team, with a strong focus on safety, continuity, and high-quality care.

• Providing compassionate, reliable care tailored to the individual’s needs
• Supporting daily routines, education-related transitions, activities, and community access
• Promoting dignity, independence, and wellbeing at all times
• Working as part of a consistent care team with ongoing support and supervision

Zero-hours contract. Opportunity to progress to fixed hours as the package develops. Suitable for carers seeking flexibility with potential long-term stability.

• Weekdays: 8:00am - 6:00pm during half term and school holidays
• Saturdays: 8:00am - 6:00pm
• Flexibility required as hours may vary in line with care needs

• Delivering personal care in line with individual care plans
• Supporting the individual within the home and community
• Driving the individual as required
• Monitoring wellbeing and reporting any changes promptly
• Maintaining accurate and timely care records
• Working professionally within the home and community environment

• Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service
• Full, clean UK driving licence
• Previous experience in a health or social care setting
• Calm, professional, and reliable approach
• Ability to follow detailed care plans
• Good verbal and written communication skills

• Bespoke care packages with consistent teams
• Ongoing training and supervision
• Opportunity to move into fixed hours as the package expands