Healthcare Support Worker Jobs in Reading RG2: Immediate Start & Flexible Shifts
Carer Agency is actively recruiting dedicated, compassionate Healthcare Support Workers for immediate temporary placements across Reading RG2 and the surrounding Berkshire region. If you're seeking a rewarding role with competitive pay, weekly payments, and the chance to make a real difference in your community, apply today.
Reading RG2
Serving Berkshire & surrounding areas
Immediate
Temp & ongoing roles available
£12.50 - £15.50 p/h
Weekly pay, based on experience
Flexible Shifts
Full-time, part-time, bank shifts
Healthcare Support Worker Role: Reading RG2
This vital position supports nursing teams and clinical staff in delivering exceptional patient care across various settings in Reading, from residential care homes to NHS community services. Whether you're an experienced Healthcare Support Worker or looking to start your career in care, Carer Agency provides the gateway to rewarding work.
As a Healthcare Support Worker in Reading, you will be an integral part of the care team, providing essential clinical and personal support to patients under the supervision of registered nurses and other healthcare professionals. Your role is both practical and compassionate, ensuring the dignity and well-being of those in your care.
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Direct Patient Care: Assist patients with personal hygiene, toileting, dressing, mobility, and feeding, promoting independence where possible.
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Clinical Support: Take and record vital signs (blood pressure, temperature, pulse, respirations), perform simple dressings, and collect specimens as directed.
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Emotional & Social Support: Provide companionship, reassurance, and engage patients in activities to support their mental and emotional well-being.
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Documentation & Communication: Accurately maintain patient records, report any changes in a patient's condition to the nurse in charge, and communicate effectively with the multidisciplinary team.
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Infection Control & Safety: Adhere strictly to infection prevention and control protocols, maintain a clean and safe clinical environment, and follow all health and safety guidelines.
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Equipment & Logistics: Assist with the preparation of clinical areas, ensure equipment is clean and functional, and support the smooth running of the ward or department.
Why Healthcare Professionals Choose Carer Agency
As a specialist agency in the Reading region, we don't just fill shifts; we build careers and support the local healthcare ecosystem. Whether you're a Healthcare Support Worker, a Travel Nurse seeking local assignments, or a Social Worker looking for flexible opportunities, our dedicated Healthcare Workforce Solutions team is here for you.
Trusted Local Expertise
We have deep-rooted connections with NHS Trusts, private hospitals, and care homes across Reading and Berkshire. This means we can offer you a wider variety of roles, from large acute settings to community-based care, all detailed on our Recent Jobs board.
Streamlined Support
Forget complicated portals. You'll have a direct line to a consultant who understands your skills and career goals. We handle the admin, compliance, and payroll, so you can focus on providing excellent care. Explore our full range of support on our main Healthcare sector page.
Career Pathway Development
We believe in growing our talent. From a Healthcare Support Worker, you could progress into senior support roles, apply for nursing associate training, or move into specialised areas like mental health. Our guidance helps you build a sustainable career in the UK's vital health sector.
Our Reading RG2 Healthcare Network
We supply temporary and permanent staff to a variety of settings in and around Reading:
Just as we provide specialist construction teams in Norwich and safety coordinators in Stockport, our healthcare division is dedicated to matching the right support worker with the right team in Reading.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What specific areas in Reading RG2 do you cover?
Our primary focus is the RG2 postcode area, encompassing districts like Whitley, Southcote, Lower Earley, and the University area. However, we regularly have opportunities in neighbouring postcodes such as RG1 (Central Reading), RG6 (Earley), and RG30 (Tilehurst). We match you with roles that are commutable from your location in Berkshire.
I don't have a DBS check. Can I still apply?
Yes, you can absolutely apply. An enhanced DBS check is a mandatory requirement for all Healthcare Support Worker roles, but if you don't have a current one, we can help you apply for a new one through our fast-track service. The cost is often covered or subsidised depending on the length of your placement. We'll guide you through the entire process.
How flexible are the shift patterns? Can I work around other commitments?
Flexibility is a key advantage of agency work. We offer a wide variety of shifts: long days (07:00-19:30), nights (19:00-07:30), twilight shifts, weekends, and bank shifts. You tell us your availability—whether you want full-time hours, part-time, or occasional bank work—and we will only offer you shifts that fit your schedule. This level of control is ideal for students, parents, or those with other jobs.
What training or induction will I receive before starting?
All candidates receive a comprehensive agency induction covering mandatory training modules such as Infection Prevention & Control, Safeguarding Adults & Children, Moving & Handling (theory), and Basic Life Support. Once placed at a specific client, you will also receive a local induction to familiarise you with their policies, procedures, and the specific ward or home environment. We ensure you feel prepared and confident.
Is there a chance for a permanent contract?
Yes, many of our temporary roles have the potential to become temp-to-perm positions. Clients often use agency placements as an extended interview. If you perform well and fit seamlessly into the team, and a permanent vacancy arises, you will typically be offered the first opportunity to apply. We actively support this transition, which is a core part of our specialist care staff recruitment model.
Start Your Healthcare Career in Reading Today
Don't miss out on these immediate opportunities. The demand for skilled, compassionate Healthcare Support Workers in Reading RG2 is high. Apply now to secure your interview slot.
If you are interested email your cv and info to [email protected]
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Serving Reading RG2 & Berkshire
Phone: +44 20 3086 9080
Email: [email protected]
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