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Senior Healthcare Assistant

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Posted on Jun 29, 2026 by CV-Library
Leeds, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom
Pharmaceutical
Immediate Start
£14.5 - £16 Hourly
Temporary
Senior Healthcare Assistant (Agency) - Leeds | Flexible Shifts | Weekly Pay

Are you an experienced Senior Healthcare Assistant looking for flexible agency work?

Search Consultancy is expanding its Healthcare team in the Leeds area and is seeking experienced Senior Healthcare Assistants to work across a range of high-quality healthcare settings.

If you're looking to choose when you work, gain experience across different services, and earn competitive rates of pay, we'd love to hear from you.

We're recruiting now with a fast-track recruitment process, next-day video interviews, and a free enhanced DBS for successful applicants (limited-time offer).

The Role

As a Senior Healthcare Assistant, you'll provide high-quality, person-centred care while supporting the wider clinical team. You'll be expected to take a lead on shift, act as a role model for colleagues, and ensure the highest standards of care are maintained.

Key Responsibilities

Delivering high-quality personal care and support
Leading and supporting Healthcare Assistants during shifts
Monitoring and reporting changes in patients' physical and emotional wellbeing
Supporting with mobility, nutrition, hydration and daily living activities
Completing accurate care documentation and maintaining care records
Following care plans and escalating concerns appropriately
Promoting dignity, independence and person-centred care
Working closely with nurses and multidisciplinary teams to deliver safe, effective care

What We're Looking For

A minimum of 6 months recent UK experience working as a Senior Healthcare Assistant
NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care (or equivalent) - essential
Previous experience working within healthcare settings such as hospitals, mental health services, nursing homes or supported living
Strong communication and leadership skills
A compassionate, reliable and professional approach
Flexibility to work a variety of shifts, including days, nights and weekends
The ability to travel within Leeds and the surrounding areas using your own transport or public transport

What You'll Get

Competitive hourly pay
100% flexible working - choose the shifts that fit your lifestyle
Ongoing agency work with regular shifts available
Free specialist training and mandatory updates
Free enhanced DBS (limited-time offer)
Opportunities to work across a variety of quality healthcare settings
Ongoing support from a dedicated healthcare recruitment team

Apply Today

If you're an experienced Senior Healthcare Assistant with at least 6 months senior-level experience and an NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care, we'd love to hear from you.

Shortlisted applicants will be invited to a video interview.

All roles are subject to an enhanced DBS check and two satisfactory employment references.

Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age

Reference: 225305963

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CV-Library

Senior Healthcare Assistant

CV-Library

Posted on Jun 29, 2026 by CV-Library

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Leeds, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom
Pharmaceutical
Immediate Start
£14.5 - £16 Hourly
Temporary
Senior Healthcare Assistant (Agency) - Leeds | Flexible Shifts | Weekly Pay

Are you an experienced Senior Healthcare Assistant looking for flexible agency work?

Search Consultancy is expanding its Healthcare team in the Leeds area and is seeking experienced Senior Healthcare Assistants to work across a range of high-quality healthcare settings.

If you're looking to choose when you work, gain experience across different services, and earn competitive rates of pay, we'd love to hear from you.

We're recruiting now with a fast-track recruitment process, next-day video interviews, and a free enhanced DBS for successful applicants (limited-time offer).

The Role

As a Senior Healthcare Assistant, you'll provide high-quality, person-centred care while supporting the wider clinical team. You'll be expected to take a lead on shift, act as a role model for colleagues, and ensure the highest standards of care are maintained.

Key Responsibilities

Delivering high-quality personal care and support
Leading and supporting Healthcare Assistants during shifts
Monitoring and reporting changes in patients' physical and emotional wellbeing
Supporting with mobility, nutrition, hydration and daily living activities
Completing accurate care documentation and maintaining care records
Following care plans and escalating concerns appropriately
Promoting dignity, independence and person-centred care
Working closely with nurses and multidisciplinary teams to deliver safe, effective care

What We're Looking For

A minimum of 6 months recent UK experience working as a Senior Healthcare Assistant
NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care (or equivalent) - essential
Previous experience working within healthcare settings such as hospitals, mental health services, nursing homes or supported living
Strong communication and leadership skills
A compassionate, reliable and professional approach
Flexibility to work a variety of shifts, including days, nights and weekends
The ability to travel within Leeds and the surrounding areas using your own transport or public transport

What You'll Get

Competitive hourly pay
100% flexible working - choose the shifts that fit your lifestyle
Ongoing agency work with regular shifts available
Free specialist training and mandatory updates
Free enhanced DBS (limited-time offer)
Opportunities to work across a variety of quality healthcare settings
Ongoing support from a dedicated healthcare recruitment team

Apply Today

If you're an experienced Senior Healthcare Assistant with at least 6 months senior-level experience and an NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care, we'd love to hear from you.

Shortlisted applicants will be invited to a video interview.

All roles are subject to an enhanced DBS check and two satisfactory employment references.

Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age
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Reference: 225305963

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