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 1K live Healthcare Assistant vacancies across the UK. Listings refresh throughout the day, so the number changes constantly.

Browse 1K live Healthcare Assistant vacancies across the UK. Listings refresh throughout the day.

Part of our Healthcare jobs sector.

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.

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

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

Home Care Assistant - HA8 Edgware

Daytime Healthcare Recruitment Limited

HA6, Northwood Hills, Greater London Temporary £12.71/hour

10 applied

Home Care Assistant - Edgware HA8. Job Title: Home Care Assistant. Location: Edgware. Job Type: 0 hour contract / ad hoc shifts...

20 days ago View Apply →

Homecare Assistant (Male & Female) Drivers for Days and Awake nights

Nurseplus UK Ltd

Colchester Temporary £13.50 - £20.25/hour

Homecare Assistant. Join Nurseplus as a Homecare Assistant – Make a Real Difference in Your Community Every Day. Are you...

20 days ago View Apply →

Home Care Assistant

Clarity Homecare Ltd Oldham · Direct

Oldham, Greater Manchester Permanent

10 applied

Communicate effectively with clients, family members, and healthcare professionals. Skills. Valid driving licence and ability to...

21 days ago View Apply →

Trade Counter Assistant / Driver

Eurocell PLC

Sheffield Permanent £29080 - £32680/annum

10 applied

ROLE: Trade Counter Assistant / Driver. HOURS: 22 per Week - Permanent Role, Between 7am - 4:30pm, Monday to Friday, 8am - 12pm...

21 days ago View Apply →

Assistant Care Coordinator

Elizabeth Michael Associates LTD

Nottingham Permanent £25000 - £27000/annum

10 applied

Assistant Care Coordinator. Nottingham, NG15. £25,000 - 27,000. Monday – Friday 9am – 5pm + On call duties 1-8 weekends....

21 days ago View Apply →

Healthcare Assistant

Spire Healthcare

Southampton, Hampshire Permanent

10 applied

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Complex Needs Care Assistant

Term Time Teachers

Eastbourne, East Sussex Contract £90 - £105/day

We're recruiting for a Complex Needs Care Assistant to join a specialist school in Eastbourne, supporting children and young...

21 days ago View Apply →

Healthcare Assistant

First Option Healthcare

PE38, Downham Market, Norfolk Temporary £15 - £18/hour Referral Bonus, Weekly Pay

10 applied

First Option Healthcare is currently recruiting for a compassionate & proactive Healthcare Assistant to join the rapidly growing...

21 days ago View Apply →

Finance Assistant

Mission 4 Recruitment

Hertford, Hertfordshire Permanent £16.41/hour

10 applied

Finance Assistant. Want a part-time finance role in a stunning countryside setting? Our client, based on a beautiful country...

21 days ago View Apply →

Healthcare Assistant

XP Recruitment Ltd

Crewe Temporary £12.71 - £13.50/hour

10 applied

Job Title: Health Care Assistant. Job Description. We are currently recruiting experienced Health Care Assistants to support...

21 days ago View Apply →

Special Needs Teaching Assistant

Term Time Teachers

Sevenoaks, Kent Contract £90.00 - £110/day

We are looking for a SEN Teaching Assistant for a school in Sevenoaks that cater for all age group students. They have a lower...

21 days ago View Apply →

Homecare Care Assistant

D4 Ltd

Neston, Cheshire West and Chester Permanent £13.70 - £15/hour

NO SPONSORSHIP – if you require sponsorship your application will not be considered and will not be reviewed. Homecare...

21 days ago View Apply →