Health Care Assistant

Posting date16 February 2026

Closing date18/03/2026 12:05:47

Salary£12.21 to £15.00 per hour

LocationBedfordshire, Eastern England

CompanySpire Care Services Ltd

Job typeTemporary

HoursFull Time

Reference17893968

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Please Note: Spire Staffing does not hold a Skilled Worker Sponsorship Licence and therefore cannot provide Skilled Worker / Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) visas. Applications from candidates requiring sponsorship will not be accepted.

We will consider applications from candidates who currently hold a Skilled Worker / CoS visa; however, you must be willing to provide ongoing evidence that you are adhering to the terms of your Sponsorship.

Spire Staffing is seeking compassionate and reliable Healthcare Assistants to join our growing team. You will be placed on temporary assignments within care homes, nursing homes, and community services across the region.


Responsibilities:

-Providing personal care and support to residents and service users.- Assisting with mobility, nutrition, and daily living tasks.

- Observing and reporting changes in service users’ wellbeing.

- Working as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Requirements:

- Previous experience as a Care Assistant or Support Worker.

- NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care (desirable but not essential).

- Up-to-date mandatory training (refresher training can be arranged).- Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain).

What We Offer:

- Competitive pay rates.

- Flexible shifts to suit your lifestyle.

- Ongoing support and signposting to training resources


Best Practices When Applying:

- Ensure your CV is up-to-date with clear employment dates, job titles, and key duties.

- Provide details of any care qualifications or training completed.

- Include two professional references where possible.

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