Healthcare Assistant
Denizns
Chelmsford, EssexView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)
Salary
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Contract
Not specified
Hours
Full time
Closing date
Not specified
In plain English
What this job actually involves
You will help patients with daily tasks like washing, dressing and eating, and check their basic health signs. The role suits caring, patient people who like to support others.
What you'll need
- Be compassionate and patient when caring for others
- Help patients with bathing, dressing and grooming
- Assist with meals and snacks
- Monitor and report vital signs to a nurse
- Be able to work full‑time in Chelmsford
How to boost your chances
- Consider a basic health‑care certificate such as NVQ Level 2
- Arrange a DBS check (criminal record check) beforehand
- Practice basic personal care tasks at home or in a volunteer role
- Prepare examples of caring experiences for the interview
- Check your travel route to the workplace in Chelmsford
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Job description
Full Time Healthcare Assistant Job Description
The Healthcare Assistant is responsible for providing personal care and support to patients in a care setting. The ideal candidate will be compassionate, patient, and strongly desire to help others.
- Providing personal care to patients, such as bathing, dressing, and grooming
- Assisting with meals and snacks
- Monitoring patient vital signs and reporting any changes to the nurse
- Administering medications and treatments, as directed by the nurse
- Encouraging patients to participate in activities and socialize with others
- Maintaining a clean and safe environment
- Documenting patient care in the medical record
Qualifications for the Healthcare Assistant position include:
- Current CPR certification
- 1-2 years of experience working in a healthcare setting
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Ability to lift and move patients
- Dignity and respect for all patients
- Commitment to safeguarding
If you are interested in the Healthcare Assistant position, please send your resume and cover letter to [email protected] We look forward to hearing from you!
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Provenance
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Adzuna
First seen
17 August 2026
Last checked
2 November 2026
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