Overview
We're looking for a caring, proactive and enthusiastic Healthcare Assistant to join our busy Inpatient Ward team. This is a full-time permanent position, working 37.5 hours per week on a rotating shift pattern, including long days (07:00-19:30) and nights (19:00-07:30). This is an excellent opportunity to play a vital part in supporting our nursing and clinical teams, ensuring every patient receives safe, high-quality and compassionate care during their stay.
Responsibilities
* Greeting patients and helping them feel comfortable, explaining ward procedures and facilities.
* Assisting patients with activities of daily living, including dressing, mobility and preparing for theatre.
* Taking and recording vital signs such as blood pressure, pulse, temperature and weight.
* Supporting infection control by following hygiene and cleanliness procedures.
* Helping patients with investigations, such as ECGs and urine tests (training provided if required).
* Maintaining accurate patient records and ensuring confidentiality.
* Supporting the clinical team by preparing equipment, assisting with moving and handling, and ensuring the ward is well-stocked and organised.
* Playing an important role in patient safety by reporting any incidents or risks promptly.
* Experienced in caring for others - either in a professional care setting or through personal experience (full training will be given).
* A clear and confident communicator, able to reassure patients and follow instructions from clinical staff.
* Professional, with a positive and flexible attitude to working in a busy ward environment.
* Committed to high standards of patient care and teamwork.
* Flexible and willing to work a rotating shift pattern, including long days and nights.
* Desirable (but not essential): Experience in a healthcare environment, NVQ in Health & Social Care, or skills such as wound dressing or phlebotomy.
Qualifications and Requirements
* Full training will be provided for required tasks.
* Flexible and number of responsibilities as listed in the responsibilities.
Benefits
* A salary of £23,809.50 per annum
* Working 37.5 hours per week on a rotating shift pattern, including long days (07:00-19:30) and nights (19:00-07:30).
* An extensive range of wellbeing and lifestyle benefits
* 25 days annual leave (increasing with service) plus bank holidays
* The support you need to grow in your role
How to apply
To apply for the role, click on the link below. If you have any questions, contact [email protected] in our friendly resourcing team. Applications will be processed at the time of application, Practice Plus Group therefore reserves the right to close the advertisement before the stated closing date - for that reason it is encouraged that you do not delay in your application. Our employment offers are subject to receipt of satisfactory pre-employment checks. At Practice Plus Group, we actively promote diversity and equal opportunities. Free access to Reward Gateway discount scheme Blue Light Card, Boundless card and Costco membership eligibility Award winning ED&I programme Access to private health insurance
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