90 Healthcare jobs in Darlington

Senior Health Care Assistant

• Durham
• 14.00 - 28.00 per hour
• Temp

We are currently looking to recruit experienced Senior Healthcare Assistants.

The Person:

The following experience and characteristics are considered essential to the role:

• NVQ Level 3 is essential
• Comfortable with medication administration
• Transferrable DBS Certificate is preferable but not essential
• experience working within a care home environment as a Senior care assistant is essential
• You MUST be able to demonstrate that you have the skills and experience to perform well in this role
• To possess good manners and a flexible approach
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to be patient & keep calm under pressure
• Easily adaptable to new environments
• Reliable & trustworthy
• Access to your own transport is desirable, however this is not essential
• Flexible to work within multiple environments on a weekly basis dependent on the requirements of our clients.

The Role:

We are currently recruiting on behalf of one of our good clients based in Sunderland:

• Delivering high standards of care
• To participate in the formulation and maintenance of individual care plans for each resident and administer medication to residents as prescribed, accurately maintaining appropriate records for both
• To provide the highest level of personal care and attention to residents, following individual care plans carefully and ensuring that all contact is polite, friendly, warm and supportive. To act as a key worker for a named group of residents, ensuring that these responsibilities are carried out in full (as defined in the training manual).
• Ensuring you are flexible, committed and passionate in your approach to all work assignments
• Assisting with activities of daily living and domestic duties
• Ensuring that the health, safety and welfare of clients is always protected
• Maintain regular communication with the Home Manager
• Ensuring effective written and oral communication at all times

The Package:

You will have access to the following benefits as part of the role of Senior Health Care Assistant:

• Full time work
• Opportunity to work within a wide range of different healthcare environments
• Access to our online staff portal to manage your availability and work assignments

The Company:

Pin Point Health and Social Care work in partnership with a wide range of care providers in order to deliver high quality, consistent and reliable staffing solutions.

Please apply with your CV via the apply button.

Health Care Assistants are required urgently.

Nani Recruitment is currently seeking Health Care Assistants in Barnard Castle, Durham. As one of the leading recruitment agencies in the United Kingdom, we are offering positions in Barnard Castle, Durham.

We offer flexible shifts, including long day or night shifts lasting 12 hours. Our goal is to meet your scheduling needs, and we can provide temporary or part-time employment options.

Duties as Health Care Assistants:

• Aiding residents with tasks related to personal care, such as bathing, maintaining personal hygiene, getting dressed, and eating
• Engaging in recreational and social activities or events with residents, both individually and as a group, to provide physical and mental stimulation
• Taking charge of the resident's physical and emotional well-being and addressing their social needs
• Contributing to the creation of resident Care plans and being fully informed about any specialized support requirements
• Supporting residents with their mobility and providing assistance as needed

Requirements as Health Care Assistants:

• An empathetic, considerate and sympathetic nature
• Enthusiastic and eager to acquire new skills
• A good listener with forbearance
• Adaptability, due to rotational work
• Recent pertinent experience in the healthcare sector as a Caregiver/Senior caregiver/Healthcare assistant
• Proficient in communication, both written and verbal
• Candidates MUST possess evidence of the right to work in the UK
• All the obligatory training certificates are up to date (if not available, training will be provided)
• Must have an Enhanced DBS(if not available, a DBS application can be made on your behalf)

What are the benefits of joining Nani Recruitment?

• 24/7 telephone assistance is available
• Opportunity to work as an employee, self-employed, or with a limited company
• Flexible working hours (short shifts/long shifts/night shifts/weekend shifts) and the ability to select preferred working days

ABOUT THE ROLE
As a Care Assistant at a Barchester complex care home, you'll help residents enjoy each day by making sure they get the quality care they deserve. We'll look to you to support our residents with a variety of needs, including advanced or young onset dementia, multiple sclerosis, neuro rehab and Huntington's disease.

Our residents need highly specialised care to get the most out of life, and you'll be there deliver that by assisting with daily living, providing support and companionship and sharing great moments and memories too. Every day will be different, so you can expect to undertake work that's as varied as it is rewarding. As a Care Assistant, you could be doing anything from supporting residents with their food and drink and following care plans to ensuring that each of our residents has one-to-one time.

With our newly refurbished units, welcoming atmosphere and extremely supportive management, this is the ideal environment to bring your dedication and compassion to. It's an opportunity to put your skills to meaningful use and make the most of the career pathway we can offer you.

ABOUT YOU
To join us as a Care Assistant in complex care, you'll need to have some experience of caring for older people, a can-do approach and excellent communication skills. Your empathy and warm-hearted approach will shine through, but above all, you'll have the compassion needed to deliver the highest standard of care and support for all our residents. In return we'll provide all the training you need to thrive.

REWARDS PACKAGE

In return for your dedication, you'll receive a competitive rate of pay plus our sector-leading benefits and rewards package including:

Free training and development for all roles
Access to wellbeing and support tools
A range of retail discounts and savings
Unlimited referrals with our Refer a Friend' bonus scheme
Employee of the Month' rewards and Long Service Awards'

And so much more!

If you'd like to use your people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you'd expect for your loved ones, this is a rewarding place to be.

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ABOUT THE ROLE
As a Support Worker at a Barchester independent mental health hospital, you'll use your intuition and empathy to help our patients get the most out of life. You'll work as part of a multidisciplinary team to support patients with complex and sometimes challenging behaviours. You can expect to make a big difference to the lives of the patients we care for and support, becoming part of their day-to-day lives and ensuring they are always treated with dignity and respect. As a Support Worker, you'll strive to help create a safe environment in which patients can live as independently as possible.

ABOUT YOU
To join us as a Support Worker, you should be naturally warm-hearted, yet resilient, and have a genuine interest in the lives of our patients. Your positive attitude and excellent communication skills are much more important to us than any previous experience, as we offer full training and plenty of opportunities to grow and develop. You should also enjoy being part of a friendly, sociable team that has close links to the local community.

REWARDS PACKAGE
As well as a competitive salary, Barchester offers one of the best rewards packages in the care sector. Your generous benefits would include:

Free learning and development
Automatic enrolment into our profit share scheme
A range of holiday, retail and leisure discounts
Unlimited access to our Refer a Friend bonus scheme

If you'd like to use your people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you'd expect for your loved ones, this is a rewarding place to be.

Our Hospital Director is always happy to welcome you into the hospital for an informal chat, simply pop in to find out more about working at Barchester.

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• Oversee the financial management and budgets of the home.
• Ensure the smooth daily operation of the facility.
• Lead, motivate, and inspire your team to deliver top-quality care, surpassing both internal and CQC standards.

• Annual salary between 50,000 - 57,000 plus bonus.
• Up to 33 days of annual leave.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• Performance-based bonus.

• Extensive experience in dementia care at a Home Manager level with a strong CQC track record.
• Dynamic leadership skills with the ability to network and manage a team effectively.
• A history of longevity and experience in care homes for older people.

Educational Health Care Assistant.

Billingham

£85-£95 per day.

Start date: Immediate.

Are you a caring and dedicated individual looking to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children with special educational needs (SEN)? Vision for Education is excited to offer an opportunity for a compassionate Educational Health Care Assistant to join a supportive and inclusive SEN school team.

The Role:

As an Educational Health Care Assistant, you will provide vital support to children with complex needs, helping them access education and develop their independence. Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting pupils with medical, physical, and personal care needs as required.
• Assisting pupils in their learning, both on a one-to-one basis and in group settings.
• Monitoring and encouraging progress in pupils’ academic, social, and emotional development.
• Liaising with teachers, therapists, and other professionals to ensure a holistic approach to care and learning.
• Promoting a safe, inclusive, and nurturing environment for every child.

Requirements:

The desired Educational Health care Assistant will:

• Have experience working with children or young people, ideally within an SEN or healthcare setting.
• Have a caring and patient nature, with the ability to build trust and strong relationships.
• Have knowledge of or a willingness to learn about medical procedures, personal care, or therapeutic approaches.
• Have a proactive attitude and the ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Have a commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
• Drive or be willing to use public transport.

What we offer:

As an Educational Health Care Assistant and part of our team, you benefit from:

• Excellent daily rates paid using the PAYE system. (Daily rate is subject to your scale rate, experience in role and qualifications which will be discussed at the point of registration.)
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability).
• Social and networking events.
• Pension contributions.
• CPD to help with your professional development.
• Access to a dedicated consultant.

About us

We are a market-leading education supply agency committed to the development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high quality educators.

We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

The Edwin Group is a Top 10 UK-employer in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2025. Rated as 'Excellent' by our staff in all categories and recognised as having industry leading and world-class levels of employee engagement across the Group.

How to apply

Apply today via this website, or for more information about this role and other opportunities call us on (phone number removed) or email (url removed)

#visionsupport

Care Assistant-Driver with own vehicle required in Sunderland. Community Care Runs are available in SR1 - SR7 postcode areas. 

This role is for female applicants only, due to specific client care needs and to ensure the client's comfort, in line with the Equality Act 2010

Unfortunately, at this time, routes are unable to offer Sponsorship.

About Us

Routes Healthcare is a leading care provider, we are a care company not an agency, we are real people who put individual healthcare needs first. Providing support to people in their own home and out in the community, we take the time to listen to our clients and make sure their needs are met and they are looked after with care and consideration.

Routes Healthcare is looking for dedicated and passionate care workers to deliver high standards of care in the postcode areas SR1 - SR7

Benefits:

• Career development through our Routes Academy programme helping you achieve your goals.
• Support with a dedicated on-call team, 24/7.
• Wellbeing and mental health support.
• Flexible shift patterns – let’s get a good work/life balance from the start.
• Staff referral scheme with generous incentives.
• We don’t use agency staff, only employed Routes care workers will be on shift.

About the role:

We provide homecare across Sunderland and the surrounding areas, please speak to the recruitment team to discuss where suits you.

 We are committed to making lives better 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. This not only includes the people we support but the lives of their loved ones and family members too.

We support people who need complex care services for people with long-term health conditions, clinically-led enhanced homecare and end-of-life care. All with the individual’s hobbies, activities, daily routines and so much more in mind.

As care is always needed, a range of shifts will be available from Monday to Sunday, please speak to the recruitment team to hear about our shift patterns.

We pay £14.12 per hour, this includes holiday pay. Mileage will be paid at 30 pence per mile.

 What you will need for the job:

• At least 6 months paid care experience in the UK.
• The right to work in the UK without needing employer support.
• A full valid driving licence in the UK and access to a car for work.
• A caring positive attitude and patience.

If you want to work for a dynamic, forward-thinking, leading healthcare provider that wants to invest in you and see you shine, then Routes Healthcare is waiting for your application.
Please click the apply button on this page to start your journey.

Routes Healthcare is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity in all its forms and strive to build a welcoming environment for our team members and the communities we serve. We encourage applications from individuals of all abilities, identities, and experiences, as we believe that diverse perspectives are key to delivering the highest quality care. If you require any support, please do not hesitate to contact us.

About the Role:
We are seeking compassionate and reliable Healthcare Assistants (HCAs) to join a dedicated care team. You will support residents with personal care and everyday activities, helping them maintain independence and dignity in a caring and supportive environment.

Responsibilities:

• Assist residents with personal care (washing, dressing, toileting, mobility).

• Support residents during mealtimes and activities.

• Provide companionship and emotional support.

• Monitor and record wellbeing, reporting concerns to senior staff.

• Promote independence, choice, and dignity in daily living.

• Work as part of a team to create a positive care environment.

Requirements:

• Previous care experience desirable but not essential (training provided).

• NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care (or willingness to work towards).

• Caring, patient, and committed to delivering person-centred care.

• Flexible and able to work shifts, including weekends.

Senior Healthcare Assistant

Join Nurseplus as a Senior Healthcare Assistant – Make a Difference Every Day

At Nurseplus, every shift you work is an opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of those in need. As a Senior Healthcare Assistant , you’ll be providing high-quality care across a range of settings, from elderly care to individuals with learning disabilities, mental health challenges, and more complex care needs. You’ll become part of a compassionate team where every contribution counts.

Why Choose Nurseplus?

• Flexibility that Works for You : Choose your shifts, whether full-time, part-time, days, nights, or weekends, so you can fit work around your life.
• Weekly Pay & Competitive Rates : Earn between £14.50 and £18.50 per hour, with weekly pay and an annual pay review to reward your hard work.
• Workwise App : Take control of your schedule with our Workwise app – manage your availability and easily book shifts on your terms.
• Paid Industry-Leading Training : We pay for you to attend our comprehensive, industry-leading training that’s in line with the Care Certificate and Core Skills Training Framework, tailored to help you grow your skills, whether you’re new to care or have years of experience.
• Ongoing Development Opportunities : From in-house courses to funded qualifications such as NVQ Levels 2 and 3, we support your professional growth at every stage.
• Blue Light Card : Enjoy thousands of discounts on the high street and online with eligibility for a Blue Light Card.

What You’ll Be Doing

Your day-to-day responsibilities may include assisting service users with personal care, safe lifting and moving, administering medication, meal preparation, and providing general companionship. You’ll work closely with care plans to ensure individuals maintain independence and dignity.

What We’re Looking For

• You must be over 18 years old and have the right to work in the UK.
• Health and Social NVQ Level 3 or working towards this
• Flexibility in your availability, with the ability to travel to different care settings.
• A good standard of English and the ability to communicate effectively.
• A clear enhanced DBS, which you can apply for upon registration.

If you’re passionate about making a positive impact and want to work with a team that truly cares, we’d love to hear from you!

About Nurseplus

At Nurseplus, our mission is to make a positive impact and change lives every day. We are passionate about delivering the highest-quality care that truly makes a difference in the lives of those we support. But our commitment doesn’t stop there – we care just as much for our staff as we do for our clients. By fostering a supportive and inclusive environment, we empower our team to grow, thrive, and make a meaningful contribution to the communities they serve.