Care Assistants in Derby, DE1
Care Assistants in Derby, DE1
Recruiting Today is placing temporary Care Assistants in Derby, DE1 right now. Start as soon as your compliance checks are complete, enjoy competitive pay and flexible shifts in NHS, private and community settings.
Care Assistants in Derby, DE1: Job Description
Are you a caring, reliable person who wants to make a real difference to people’s lives? Recruiting Today is looking for temporary Healthcare Assistants (HCAs) to start immediately in and around Derby. Whether you have years of experience in a hospital, care home or community setting, or you are looking to step into healthcare for the first time, we have shifts to suit you.
You will work alongside nurses, senior carers and multidisciplinary teams to deliver safe, dignified and person-centred care. Our Derby clients include NHS trusts, private hospitals, residential and nursing homes and community care providers, so there is plenty of variety and the chance to build the experience that opens doors to permanent roles or nursing pathways.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist patients and service users with personal care, washing, dressing and toileting
- Support mobility, safe moving and handling, and transfers
- Record basic observations (temperature, pulse, blood pressure) and report changes
- Help with meals, hydration and nutrition
- Maintain a clean, safe and infection-controlled environment
- Offer companionship and emotional support
- Keep accurate care notes and follow care plans
What We’re Looking For
- Previous experience in care or healthcare is preferred, but training can be arranged
- Care Certificate, NVQ/QCF Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care is a plus
- Right to work in the UK
- Willingness to complete an enhanced DBS check and two references
- A warm, patient and professional approach
- Flexibility to cover days, nights and weekends
Why Work With Recruiting Today?
- Immediate start once compliance is complete, with fast-track onboarding
- Competitive weekly pay, well above the National Minimum Wage
- Flexible temporary shifts that fit around your life
- Free access to mandatory training support where required
- A dedicated consultant and a 24/7 support line
Looking for a different type of role? Take a look at our registered nurse opportunities, browse healthcare data entry roles, or read more about our healthcare staffing and recruitment services in the East Midlands.
Healthcare Assistant – Derby
Location: Derby • Start: ASAP Start • Pay: Competitive • Duration: Temporary
Send us your CV today and one of our healthcare consultants will be in touch, often within 24 hours.
Other Immediately Available Healthcare & Related Jobs
All roles below are available now. Every advertised rate is above the current National Minimum Wage of £12.71 per hour.
| Job Title | Location | Pay Rate | Apply |
|---|---|---|---|
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| Healthcare Staffing Coordinator | Nottingham | £13.80 per hour | Apply Now |
| Care Assistant (Nights) | Derby | £14.10 per hour | Apply Now |
| Support Worker | Derby | £13.75 per hour | Apply Now |
| Senior Healthcare Assistant | Derby | £14.90 per hour | Apply Now |
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