Healthcare Assistant - Complex Physical Care

Randstad CarePenrithreedpublished 10/23/2026
HealthTech

About the company

Did you know that Randstad Care have been awarded a place on the National Clinical Staffing Framework for the NHS? This means we will be able to bring you more opportunities within nursing & midwifery and clinical staffing.

Your tasks

ABOUT THE ROLE We are seeking a reliable, compassionate Healthcare Assistant to deliver high-quality, continuous physical care for a client residing in a rural West Cumbria location. This post focuses purely on clinical physical care, assisting individuals with mobility, nourishment, and health routines.

KEY DUTIES & CLINICAL TASKS

  • PEG Nutritional Support: Safely managing enteral feeding routines according to individual care plans.
  • Mobility & Transfers: Applying safe manual handling protocols to support client physical independence.
  • Medication Care: Timely administration and recording of prescribed medications.
  • Personal Care: Assisting with daily physical hygiene and comfort needs.

Requirements

CANDIDATE PROFILE

  • Essential Skills: Prior practical experience in PEG feeding, manual handling, and medication administration.
  • Transport: Active driver with access to personal transport (essential due to shift times and rural location).
  • Availability: Flexible to work 12-hour day and/or night shifts.

What we offer

PAY & SHIFT STRUCTURE

  • Standard Day Shift (10:00 - 22:00): £13.70 / hour
  • Enhanced Day Shift (10:00 - 22:00): £15.69 / hour
  • Night Shift (22:00 - 10:00): £18.72 / hour
  • Sleep-In Shift: Available immediately following a 12-hour day shift

How to apply

FAST-TRACK APPLICATION PROCESS Positions are being filled immediately. Submit your application today or reach out to our recruitment team to arrange an urgent interview.

Other

JOB OPPORTUNITY | IMMEDIATE STARTHealthcare Assistant - Complex Physical CareAT A GLANCE

  • Location: West Cumbria (CA28 area)
  • Employment Type: Full-Time / Part-Time (12-Hour Rotations)
  • Contracted Hours: 24 - 48 Hours/Week (Day, Night & Sleep-In options)
  • Primary Focus: Physical Care & Clinical Assistance
  • Gender Requirement: Female Candidates Only*

*Occupational Requirement: Due to personal care needs in a home setting, this position is restricted to female applicants under Section 9, Part 1 of Schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010.

Randstad Care acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone.