Senior Healthcare Assistant, Herne Bay

Are you a skilled and confident Senior Healthcare Assistant looking for flexible work with shifts ready to start immediately?

At Cucumber Recruitment, we specialise in providing outstanding care staff to homes and services across the UK. We’re now looking for experienced Senior HCAs to join our high-performing team — where your skills are valued, your schedule is flexible, and your next shift could be just a click away.

If your DBS is on the Update Service, we can fast-track your onboarding and get you booked into shifts straight away

About the Role:

As a Senior Healthcare Assistant, you will:

• Provide person-centred care to residents, including personal care, emotional support, and companionship
• Support junior care staff, lead by example and maintain high standards of care
• Administer medications
• Communicate with healthcare professionals and family members where appropriate
• Maintain clear and accurate care records
• Ensure a safe and respectful care environment at all times

Requirements:

• 6+ months recent experience working as a Senior Healthcare Assistant or similar role
• Confidence in leading or mentoring junior staff
• Up-to-date Enhanced DBS on the Update Service is preferred
• Reliable, compassionate, and flexible approach to work
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Mandatory training certificates (we can help if renewals are needed)

What’s in it for you:

• Immediate shifts available
• Competitive pay rates – paid weekly
• Flexible hours – day or night shifts to suit your availability
• Supportive team and 24/7 on-call support
• Opportunities for long-term placements or ad-hoc work
  

Ready to Start Immediately?

We have shifts waiting to be filled. If your DBS is on the Update Service, we can get you booked in straight away once you complete our onboarding process. Having a DBS on the update service helps speed up this process.

If you’re passionate about care and ready to hit the ground running – we’d love to hear from you.