Healthcare Assistant

Package Description: As a Healthcare Assistant, you will join our valued Gravesham Central Community Team based at Gravesham Community Hospital. This is a rewarding opportunity to deliver care where it matters most, in peoples homes and local clinics, helping individuals stay independent and supported within their own communities. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working out in the community rather than being based in one location all day. You will build meaningful relationships with patients and play a key role in supporting their health and wellbeing in a more personal, one to one setting. You will be part of a supportive, close knit community nursing team that works together to deliver high quality, compassionate care across the Gravesend area.

You will be joining a welcoming and experienced community nursing team who are passionate about delivering personalized care closer to home. The team supports each other, shares knowledge and encourages autonomy, giving you the confidence to manage your own visits while knowing support is always available. Alongside this, you will receive: A salary of £24,785 with access to our group pension Free tea, coffee and milk at your base location Membership of My Reward Hub, giving you access to discounts on everyday purchases, cashback and voucher offers Access to your wages as you earn them to help manage unexpected costs Online and face to face wellbeing support including mental health, financial advice, counselling and coaching Access to eLearning, career pathways and ongoing development through our Outstanding Learning Enterprise team An open and inclusive culture where your ideas are welcomed and supported through innovation funding

Main duties of the job

As a Healthcare Assistant with HCRG Care Group, you will be part of our Gravesham Central Community Team. The role is community-based, ideal for those who enjoy working beyond a single location each day. You will provide personalized care, fostering patient relationships, and supporting their health in a personal one-to-one setting. Our team values quality, compassionate care across Gravesend.

In this role, collaborate within an experienced team dedicated to home-based care. You will support patients with nursing care, perform tasks such as glucose monitoring, and maintain patient records. Opportunities include independent planning and time management across the area, essential for team contribution.

The position requires a UK driving license and access to a car, supportive of effective role execution. Benefits include a £24,785 salary, group pension, well-being support, and training via our Learning Enterprise team. Join us to advance your skills in an inclusive, supportive culture where innovation is encouraged.

About us

Details

Date posted

06 October 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£24,785 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

1560035114

Job locations

HCRG Care Group

Gravesend

DA11 0DG

United Kingdom

Job responsibilities

Package Description:

As a Healthcare Assistant, you will join our valued Gravesham Central Community Team based at Gravesham Community Hospital. This is a rewarding opportunity to deliver care where it matters most, in peoples homes and local clinics, helping individuals stay independent and supported within their own communities. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working out in the community rather than being based in one location all day. You will build meaningful relationships with patients and play a key role in supporting their health and wellbeing in a more personal, one to one setting. You will be part of a supportive, close knit community nursing team that works together to deliver high quality, compassionate care across the Gravesend area.

Package Description

You will be joining a welcoming and experienced community nursing team who are passionate about delivering personalized care closer to home. The team supports each other, shares knowledge and encourages autonomy, giving you the confidence to manage your own visits while knowing support is always available. Alongside this, you will receive:

• A salary of £24,785 with access to our group pension
• Free tea, coffee and milk at your base location
• Membership of My Reward Hub, giving you access to discounts on everyday purchases, cashback and voucher offers
• Access to your wages as you earn them to help manage unexpected costs
• Online and face to face wellbeing support including mental health, financial advice, counselling and coaching
• Access to eLearning, career pathways and ongoing development through our Outstanding Learning Enterprise team
• An open and inclusive culture where your ideas are welcomed and supported through innovation funding

Main Responsibilities

In this community based role, you will support the delivery of nursing care to patients in their own homes and local clinics. This is a varied and active position where no two days are the same. You will play a vital role in helping patients manage their health, recover from illness and maintain independence. You will work closely with registered nurses and the wider multidisciplinary team, carrying out delegated care and developing your clinical skills. You will also have the opportunity to work independently, planning your visits and managing your time effectively across the local area. Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting patients with delegated nursing care in their own homes
• Carrying out clinical tasks such as dressings and glucose monitoring following training and competency sign off
• Supporting holistic, evidence based care that meets each patients individual needs
• Maintaining accurate patient records using electronic systems
• Assisting with administrative tasks to support the team
• Planning and organizing your own daily visits across the community

This role requires travel across the local area, so a UK driving license and access to a car is essential.

Person Specification

Essential

• NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care, or equivalent experience
• A genuine interest in community based care and supporting patients in their own homes
• Full UK driving license and access to a car
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and manage your own workload
• Basic IT skills including Microsoft Office

Desirable

• Previous experience working in a community or domiciliary care setting
• Experience supporting a wide range of patient needs in a non hospital environment
• Confidence working autonomously in the community

About the Company

Questions about the role? Feel free to reach out to Sam on +44 78846 59420 (Text) or sam.wright@hcrgcaregroup.com.

Job responsibilities

Package Description:

As a Healthcare Assistant, you will join our valued Gravesham Central Community Team based at Gravesham Community Hospital. This is a rewarding opportunity to deliver care where it matters most, in peoples homes and local clinics, helping individuals stay independent and supported within their own communities. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working out in the community rather than being based in one location all day. You will build meaningful relationships with patients and play a key role in supporting their health and wellbeing in a more personal, one to one setting. You will be part of a supportive, close knit community nursing team that works together to deliver high quality, compassionate care across the Gravesend area.

Package Description

You will be joining a welcoming and experienced community nursing team who are passionate about delivering personalized care closer to home. The team supports each other, shares knowledge and encourages autonomy, giving you the confidence to manage your own visits while knowing support is always available. Alongside this, you will receive:

• A salary of £24,785 with access to our group pension
• Free tea, coffee and milk at your base location
• Membership of My Reward Hub, giving you access to discounts on everyday purchases, cashback and voucher offers
• Access to your wages as you earn them to help manage unexpected costs
• Online and face to face wellbeing support including mental health, financial advice, counselling and coaching
• Access to eLearning, career pathways and ongoing development through our Outstanding Learning Enterprise team
• An open and inclusive culture where your ideas are welcomed and supported through innovation funding

Main Responsibilities

In this community based role, you will support the delivery of nursing care to patients in their own homes and local clinics. This is a varied and active position where no two days are the same. You will play a vital role in helping patients manage their health, recover from illness and maintain independence. You will work closely with registered nurses and the wider multidisciplinary team, carrying out delegated care and developing your clinical skills. You will also have the opportunity to work independently, planning your visits and managing your time effectively across the local area. Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting patients with delegated nursing care in their own homes
• Carrying out clinical tasks such as dressings and glucose monitoring following training and competency sign off
• Supporting holistic, evidence based care that meets each patients individual needs
• Maintaining accurate patient records using electronic systems
• Assisting with administrative tasks to support the team
• Planning and organizing your own daily visits across the community

This role requires travel across the local area, so a UK driving license and access to a car is essential.

Person Specification

Essential

• NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care, or equivalent experience
• A genuine interest in community based care and supporting patients in their own homes
• Full UK driving license and access to a car
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and manage your own workload
• Basic IT skills including Microsoft Office

Desirable

• Previous experience working in a community or domiciliary care setting
• Experience supporting a wide range of patient needs in a non hospital environment
• Confidence working autonomously in the community

About the Company

Questions about the role? Feel free to reach out to Sam on +44 78846 59420 (Text) or sam.wright@hcrgcaregroup.com.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care, or equivalent experience, full UK driving license, and access to a car, good communication and interpersonal skills, ability to work independently and basic IT skills

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care, or equivalent experience, full UK driving license, and access to a car, good communication and interpersonal skills, ability to work independently and basic IT skills

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

HCRG Care Group

Address

HCRG Care Group

Gravesend

DA11 0DG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.hcrgcaregroup.com/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

HCRG Care Group

Address

HCRG Care Group

Gravesend

DA11 0DG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.hcrgcaregroup.com/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job responsibilities

Package Description:

As a Healthcare Assistant, you will join our valued Gravesham Central Community Team based at Gravesham Community Hospital. This is a rewarding opportunity to deliver care where it matters most, in peoples homes and local clinics, helping individuals stay independent and supported within their own communities. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working out in the community rather than being based in one location all day. You will build meaningful relationships with patients and play a key role in supporting their health and wellbeing in a more personal, one to one setting. You will be part of a supportive, close knit community nursing team that works together to deliver high quality, compassionate care across the Gravesend area.

Package Description

You will be joining a welcoming and experienced community nursing team who are passionate about delivering personalized care closer to home. The team supports each other, shares knowledge and encourages autonomy, giving you the confidence to manage your own visits while knowing support is always available. Alongside this, you will receive:

• A salary of £24,785 with access to our group pension
• Free tea, coffee and milk at your base location
• Membership of My Reward Hub, giving you access to discounts on everyday purchases, cashback and voucher offers
• Access to your wages as you earn them to help manage unexpected costs
• Online and face to face wellbeing support including mental health, financial advice, counselling and coaching
• Access to eLearning, career pathways and ongoing development through our Outstanding Learning Enterprise team
• An open and inclusive culture where your ideas are welcomed and supported through innovation funding

Main Responsibilities

In this community based role, you will support the delivery of nursing care to patients in their own homes and local clinics. This is a varied and active position where no two days are the same. You will play a vital role in helping patients manage their health, recover from illness and maintain independence. You will work closely with registered nurses and the wider multidisciplinary team, carrying out delegated care and developing your clinical skills. You will also have the opportunity to work independently, planning your visits and managing your time effectively across the local area. Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting patients with delegated nursing care in their own homes
• Carrying out clinical tasks such as dressings and glucose monitoring following training and competency sign off
• Supporting holistic, evidence based care that meets each patients individual needs
• Maintaining accurate patient records using electronic systems
• Assisting with administrative tasks to support the team
• Planning and organizing your own daily visits across the community

This role requires travel across the local area, so a UK driving license and access to a car is essential.

Person Specification

Essential

• NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care, or equivalent experience
• A genuine interest in community based care and supporting patients in their own homes
• Full UK driving license and access to a car
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and manage your own workload
• Basic IT skills including Microsoft Office

Desirable

• Previous experience working in a community or domiciliary care setting
• Experience supporting a wide range of patient needs in a non hospital environment
• Confidence working autonomously in the community

About the Company

Questions about the role? Feel free to reach out to Sam on +44 78846 59420 (Text) or sam.wright@hcrgcaregroup.com.

Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care, or equivalent experience, full UK driving license, and access to a car, good communication and interpersonal skills, ability to work independently and basic IT skills