Healthcare Assistants

Birkenhead, United Kingdom Posted on 03/18/2026

Tendercare Staffing supplies compassionate, reliable and skilled staff to care homes, supported living services, and other social care settings. We work with adults and older people, including those living with dementia, learning disabilities, autism, physical disabilities and mental health needs.

We're looking for Support Workers who share our values and can step in to support services when they need it most.

The Role

As an Agency Support Worker, you will:

Work in a variety of care settings depending on bookings (residential care, supported living, homecare, day services etc.)

Support people with personal care, daily living tasks and social activities

Promote independence, choice, dignity and respect at all times

Follow individual care plans and risk assessments

Record accurate notes and handovers in line with service policies

Work as part of a wider team of carers, nurses and managers

Represent Tendercare Staffing professionally on every shift

Key Responsibilities

Provide person-centred care and emotional support

Assist with washing, dressing, toileting and mobility where required

Support with meals, hydration and nutrition

Encourage participation in activities and community access

Prompt or support with medication in line with training and policies

Monitor and report any changes in health, mood or behaviour

Maintain confidentiality, safeguarding and professional boundaries

Requirements

Previous experience as a Support Worker / Care Assistant (preferred, but some roles may accept new carers with the right attitude)

Genuine passion for caring for vulnerable people

Good communication skills - written and verbal

Reliable, flexible and able to work at short notice

Able to travel to different services as required

Right to work in the UK

Enhanced DBS (or willingness to apply)

Two professional references

Up-to-date mandatory training (or willingness to complete before starting shifts)

Desirable (but not essential)

Experience in any of the following: dementia care, learning disabilities, autism, mental health, physical disabilities, challenging behaviour

NVQ/QCF Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care

Driver with access to a car

Competitive hourly rates (including enhanced pay for nights, weekends and bank holidays)

Weekly pay

Flexible shifts to suit your availability

Variety of placements across different care settings

Supportive office team and 24/7 on-call support

Ongoing training and development opportunities