Healthcare assistants are an integral part of the healthcare system in the UK. They work alongside registered nurses and other healthcare professionals to provide direct patient care and support to healthcare settings, including hospitals, clinics, nursing homes, and community settings.

Find the perfect Healthcare Assistant (HCA) for your needs.

We have a wide network of pre-vetted, and experienced healthcare assistants which you can access around the clock. Simply request a call back, and our team will be in touch to provide you with the staff to suit your needs:

Band 2: According to the NHS scales, this position would be a support or administration role. A healthcare assistant also falls within this band and should be focusing on personal care tasks like bathing, toileting, feeding and brushing hair.

Band 3: A staff member in this band would take on more clinical care duties and patient observations, such as analysing urine, doing a pregnancy test, taking blood, and doing simple wound care. Band 3 HCA’s also have additional certification to administer medications.  

To work as an HCA in the UK, individuals must undergo appropriate training and qualifications. HCAs are also required to undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to ensure they do not have any previous criminal convictions that would make them unsuitable for working with vulnerable individuals. 

Together with the A24Group we have negotiated reduced rates on training courses. These mandatory training courses are aligned to the UK Core Skills Training Framework (CSTF), which is required by most of our clients, and listed below for your perusal.  

Options available for the elderly, ill, or recovering family members include:  

Complex care: This involves hiring a healthcare assistant to provide support and assistance to people who have chronic or long-term health conditions who need extra help to manage their symptoms and daily tasks. It can be arranged through private agencies, such as NSUK.

Hospice care: Hospice care provides specialised care and support for individuals who are nearing the end of their life. This can include pain management, emotional support, and spiritual care. 

Residential care: Residential care involves moving the individual into a care home or nursing home where they can receive round-the-clock care and support. Care homes and nursing homes provide a range of services, including personal care, nursing care and social activities. 

It's important to note that the most appropriate option will depend on the individual's needs, preferences, and circumstances. It's important to discuss the available options with a reliable booking consultant to see what your options are in terms of requirements and possibilities. 

 Reach out to our booking team for guidance 

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HCA duties and responsibilities  

The role of HCAs differs to each healthcare setting and the needs of the individual patients. Here are some common tasks that HCAs may be responsible for: 

• Responding to patient calls and requests for assistance 

• Cleaning and maintaining patient care areas and equipment 

• Assisting with medical procedures under the supervision of a registered nurse or doctor 

• Assisting with feeding and hydration 

• Supporting patients with activities of daily living, such as eating and drinking 

• Assisting with personal care, such as bathing, dressing, and toileting 

• Helping patients with mobility and transfers 

• Taking and recording vital signs, such as blood pressure and temperature 

Reasons to choose Nursing Services of the UK for your medical and staffing needs 

Nursing Services of the UK provides highly trained and experienced healthcare professionals who offer a wide range of services, including personal care, medication management, wound care, and more.  

By choosing to hire a healthcare professional from our agency, you can be rest assured that your loved ones will receive the highest quality of care. We carefully screen and select our healthcare professionals to ensure that they meet our strict standards for professionalism, competence, and compassion, and of course compliance with the regulating bodies of the medical industry in the UK 

We are available 24/7, 369 days a year to be tailored to your needs. We can provide a solution that meets your requirements on short notice. Our clients receive the very best of quality care, flexibility, cost-effectiveness, compliance with regulations, and professional service.