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Senior Healthcare Assistant - Agency

1/5/2026

The Senior Healthcare Assistants will provide compassionate care to patients in various healthcare settings. They will assist with daily living activities and ensure proper medication administration and documentation.

Salary

14 - 21 GBP

Working Hours

40 hours/week

Company Size

2-10 employees

Language

English

Visa Sponsorship

No

About The Company
About Us We at Goodwill Healthcare Services (GHS CARE) have many years of experience of the healthcare industry; in recruitment and supply, hands-on nursing and caring work, clinical skills education and research. Our services are provided with great understanding, determination and passion. We pride in calling ourselves a CARING SERVICE of ‘high integrity’, ‘dedication’ and ‘honesty’.
About the Role

Are you a compassionate and experienced SHCA looking to make a difference in patient care?
Goodwill Healthcare Services Limited is seeking multiple experienced and enthusiastic Senior Healthcare Assistants (SHCA) to join healthcare settings within Northumberland and South Shields surrounding areas, on a rota and shift basis.

Company Name: Goodwill Healthcare Services Limited
Location: Northumberland, South Shields
Position Type: Zero Hours Contract (Temporary)
Pay Rate: £14 to £21

Please note we currently do not offer sponsorship; therefore must have the right to work in the UK. 

Applicant Requirements:

  • Experience: Minimum of 6 months working as a Senior Health Care Assistant in a care/nursing home setting in the UK.
  • Skills: Experience with medication administration and documentation, ability to work as part of a team and assist with Activities of Daily Living (AoDL), managing teams, conducting risk assessments, and creating care plans for service users. Adaptability to different care settings and effective communication skills, both written and spoken, are essential.
  • Driving License (Preferred, but not essential)

Training and Qualifications:

  • Required: NVQ Level 3 in Healthcare or equivalent
  • Required: Medication Certificate, Mandatory Healthcare Certificate (both theory and practical)

Right to Work:

  • Required: Right to work in the UK, DBS Certificate

Working Conditions:

  • 12-hour shifts
  • Days/Nights/ Weekends
  • Rota/Shift basis

If you're looking for a career with a reputable and supportive company that values professional growth and work-life balance, GHS CARE is the place for you!

Apply today and take the next step in your healthcare career with GHS CARE.

Key Skills
Medication AdministrationDocumentationTeamworkActivities of Daily LivingManaging TeamsConducting Risk AssessmentsCreating Care PlansAdaptabilityEffective Communication
Categories
HealthcareSocial Services
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