7 Healthcare jobs in Dorchester

Healthcare Assistant

Join Nurseplus as a 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 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 £13.15 and £19.00 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 mandatory, industry-leading training that’s in line with the Care Certificate and Core Skills Training Framework, tailored to help you grow your skills.

• 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.
• 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.

Healthcare Assistant

Join Nurseplus as a 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 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 £13.15 and £19.00 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 mandatory, industry-leading training that’s in line with the Care Certificate and Core Skills Training Framework, tailored to help you grow your skills.

• 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.
• 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.

Healthcare Assistant

Join Nurseplus as a 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 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 £13.15 and £19.00 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 mandatory, industry-leading training that’s in line with the Care Certificate and Core Skills Training Framework, tailored to help you grow your skills.

• 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.
• 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.

Work as a Health Care Assistant in Weymouth!

Position: Health Care Assistant
Salary Range: £13.68 - £16.12 per hour 
Contract Type: Part/Full Time
Location: Weymouth
Start Date: Immediate / September 2025

Are you passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of young learners? Do you possess the skills to support positive behaviour in a school setting? If so, GSL Education are looking for a dedicated Health Care Assistant to join a local school in Weymouth.

About the School:

The school embraces students from diverse backgrounds and supports a wide range of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities. It focuses on individualised learning, emphasising respect, inclusivity, and excellence. They celebrate diversity and prioritise student well-being and growth, fostering a positive and supportive environment. With a dedicated team committed to providing exceptional opportunities, it prioritises building relationships, promoting independence, and fostering engagement through joyful learning experiences.

About the Role:
As a Health Care Assistant, you will play a crucial role in promoting positive behaviour and fostering a supportive learning environment for students.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Assisting teachers in implementing behaviour management strategies.
• Providing one-on-one support to students with behavioural challenges.
• Collaborating with the school's SENCO and other professionals to create tailored intervention plans.
• Supporting the overall well-being of students and contributing to a positive school ethos.

Qualifications:

• Relevant experience working with children or young people in an educational setting.
• Understanding of behaviour management strategies and their application in a school environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A patient and empathetic approach to supporting students with diverse needs.
• Relevant qualifications in education or psychology would be advantageous.

To work with GSL Education as a Health Care Assistant, you need:

• Have the right to work in the UK.
• Have an up-to-date CV with two relevant references from within the last 2 years.
• Have a DBS registered to the update service or be happy to apply for one with GSL Education.

If you are ready to take on this rewarding role as a Health Care Assistant in Weymouth, please apply now!

Why Choose GSL Education:
At GSL Education, we understand the importance of a supportive and fulfilling work environment.

 Joining the team means benefiting from:

1. Competitive pay rates.
2. A bespoke service tailored to your needs.
3. Dedicated Consultants providing ongoing support.
4. Opportunities for professional development and training.

Please be advised that this role requires strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS on the update service.

 
For more information or to apply, please contact Tom Harvey at GSL Education as soon as possible. To work with GSL Education as a Health Care Assistant, please apply via the application link or visit  (url removed)  to apply online.

Non-Executive Director (for clinical matters)

Applications for this position close Midnight on the 22nd June 2025 - Interviews will be held in Dorchester during late June.

• In Dorset
• Part-time basis (up to 20 days per year)
• £8,000 per annum plus expenses
• Closing date: 22nd June 2025

Care Dorset is a successful and growing Local Authority Trading Company (LATC) providing social care services to adults across Dorset. With ambitious plans for the future, we are committed to delivering outstanding care and strengthening our role as a provider, partner and employer of choice.

We are now seeking a Non-Executive Director (NED) to join our Board and take on the portfolio lead for clinical and therapeutic services.

This is a key governance role, supporting the strategic development of Care Dorset, providing robust professional challenge and assurance, and shaping our approach to the clinical excellence, quality, safety and providing an outstanding service to the people and families we support.
The appointed NED will act as our Board lead for clinical matters as we introduce nursing care and therapy lead services in the near future. As such, we are seeking someone with a healthcare background, ideally a clinician or therapist. Your insight will be crucial in ensuring safe, effective and continuously improving care.

We are looking for a strategic, values driven leader with:

• Board level experience, ideally within a health and care setting
• Strong understanding of clinical quality, governance and risk
• Ability to provide independent challenge and strategic oversight
• Commitment to promoting the voice of the people we support, their families, our communities and our colleagues at Care Dorset.

We are proud of our Care Dorset values which were co-produced with our colleagues. You should be able to demonstrate how you live our values - We are people focused | We have integrity | We will develop | We are genuine | We are a team and support a culture of inclusion, collaboration and continuous learning.

We welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds and experiences to ensure our Board reflects the communities we serve.

In addition to the remuneration package, this is a rewarding opportunity to contribute to the support and wellbeing of our local communities. While flexible and remote working is supported, we also value Board visibility across our services. Our colleagues welcome visits and engagement from members of the Board to share insights and celebrate successes.

If you're passionate about providing outstanding social care services and have the experience to shape and oversee the introduction of clinical and therapeutic services at Board level, wed love to hear from you.

If you would like to learn more about the role, please contact and we can arrange a time for you to discuss with our Chair of the Board.

Interviews will be held in Dorchester during late June and further information to follow.

Please email your CV and supporting letter to and somebody will be in touch.

Thank you for your interest in Care Dorset.

NED Candidate Pack FINAL May 2025

Non Executive Director clinical role profile April 2025