What is the typical salary for a Healthcare Assistant in the UK?

Based on 81 current UK Healthcare Assistant vacancies, salaries typically range from £25,000 to £33,000 per year, with a median of £28,000. The exact figure depends on experience, employer and location.

Where in the UK are Healthcare Assistant jobs hiring most?

The cities currently hiring the most Healthcare Assistant staff are Southampton, Swindon, Leicester, Plymouth, Truro.

Healthcare Assistant Jobs

Q: How many Healthcare Assistant jobs are there in the UK?

There are currently 1.1K live Healthcare Assistant vacancies across the UK. Listings refresh throughout the day, so the number changes constantly.

Browse 1.1K live Healthcare Assistant vacancies across the UK. Listings refresh throughout the day.

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Healthcare Assistants (HCAs) support nursing teams with personal care, observations, mobility and patient comfort across hospitals and care homes. Most roles need no prior qualifications; the Care Certificate is funded by the employer. Progression to Nursing Associate or Registered Nurse training is common.

By Louisa Lowe, Editor — Careers & Workplace

Healthcare Assistant salary in the UK

£25,000 – £33,000

Typical annual salary range

Based on 81 current UK vacancies (25th–75th percentile)

£28,000

Median pay

Per year

1.1K

Live vacancies

UK-wide right now

Salary range computed from current UK Healthcare Assistant listings. Outliers excluded (25th–75th percentile of advertised salaries). Hourly, weekly and daily rates are annualised to a 37.5-hour week.

Top cities hiring Healthcare Assistants right now

Healthcare Assistant in Southampton Healthcare Assistant in Swindon Healthcare Assistant in Leicester Healthcare Assistant in Plymouth Healthcare Assistant in Truro

Care Assistant

Nurseplus UK Ltd

Dover Temporary £13.50 - £14.00/hour

Care Assistant – Buckland Court. Join Nurseplus as a Care Assistant – Make a Real Difference Every Day. Are you passionate...

8 days ago View Apply →

Assistant Site Manager

Skilled Careers

Essex Permanent £50000 - £55000/annum Plus package

10 applied

Assistant Site Manager – Volume Housebuilder. Location: Essex. Salary: £55,000 + Excellent Package. Are you an ambitious...

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Community Care Assistant

Trust In Care

Sandwell, West Midlands (County) Permanent

10 applied

Care Assistants/ Home Care Assistants Required in Sandwell, Tipton, Wednesbury and Great Barr (Drivers required with caring...

8 days ago View Apply →

Female Health Care Assistants

Tezlom

Hillingdon, Greater London Contract £12.71/hour Weekly pay

10 applied

Female Healthcare Assistant – Flexible Bank Shifts. Locations: Hayes | Hounslow | Uxbridge. Company: Tezlom Healthcare...

8 days ago View Apply →

Healthcare Assistant - Waking Nights

Care Outlook Ltd · Direct

BH3 7AJ Permanent £13.45/hour

As a healthcare assistant, you will be providing personal care, building relationships, and making a big difference to those who...

8 days ago View Apply →

Support Worker/ Healthcare Assistant

Purus Healthcare Ltd

HU7, Sutton on Hull, City of Kingston upon Hull Temporary £13 - £14/hour

10 applied

Work closely with therapists, and healthcare professionals to implement care and support plans. Monitor and record progress,...

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Children Support Worker /Health Care Assistant

Purus Healthcare Ltd

DY5, Cradley Heath, Sandwell Part Time £14 - £15/hour

10 applied

Key Responsibilities. Support children and young people in their daily activities and routines. Build positive, trusting, and...

8 days ago View Apply →

Food & Beverage Assistant

Barchester Healthcare

HR9 7BQ Permanent £14.80/hourly

As a Food & Beverage Assistant at Barchester Healthcare, you'll play an important role in creating a warm, welcoming and...

8 days ago View Apply →