Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Women's Unit at Nottingham University Hospital NHS for a Band 3 healthcare assistant who is enthusiastic, motivated and caring .
The women's unit is based on the City Campus of Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust although cross campus working at Treatment Centre may be required as per service needs.The Women's Unit is a small unit caring for patients undergoing outpatient colposcopy and hysteroscopy procedures. The post holder will work within this specialised team of consultants, nurse colposcopist, trained and untrained staff. As a healthcare assistant on the unit, you will work under the supervision of the registered nurses to help support and assist patients undergoing gynaecological procedures.
The post is for 37.5 hours per week
We are a caring and supportive team of nurses and support staff dedicated to the delivery of effective patient care. Good communication skills and the ability to work flexibly as part of a team are essential.
We are a forward thinking directorate and we pride ourselves on team work, the delivery of high standards of care and patient safety.
Main duties of the job
In addition to the summary below you need to familiarise yourself with the full job description and personal specification attached to this advert.
If you have experience in women's health, and gynaecology with a flexible approach to working in a small team delivering exception care this may be an ideal job for you
* coordinating clinic
* assisting and supporting patients
* maintaining a clean, tidy well stocked clinic
* Assisting registered nurses to support patients during procedures.
About us
With over 19,000 staff, we are one of the biggest employers in the city with a central role in supporting the health and wellbeing of our local population. We play a leading role in research, education and innovation.
Come and join our wonderful team at NUH. We are big believers in diversity and welcome new ideas to help develop our team in order to deliver world class healthcare to the vast patient populations we serve. With endless personal development opportunities available, at NUH we will endeavour to turn your job into a career
We particularly welcome applications from people who identify as Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic, or Disabled, as we are striving to be better represented at NUH.
Details
Date posted
16 February 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
£24,937 to £26,598 a year per annum
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
VC
Job locations
Womens Unit Nottingham University Hospital City Campus
Womens unit NUH Trust
Nottingham
NG5 1PB
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description and person specification for more detailed information about this role.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description and person specification for more detailed information about this role.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
* Previous experience in dealing with customers, patients, clients in a work environment
Desirable
* Experience in Women's Health
Qualifications
Essential
* Very good standard of written and spoken English
* Good standard of numeracy and basic calculation skills
Desirable
* NVQ 2/3 or equivalent in Health and Social care
* Completion of the care certificate
Communication & Relationship
Essential
* Appoachable manner with good interpersonal skills
* Effective written and verbal communication skills
* computer skills
* Knowledge of data protection and confidentiality
Desirable
* Experience of using patient record systems
Planning & Organisation Skills
Essential
* Ability to work as part of a team
* Adaptable and flexible approach to work
Desirable
* Ability to work without direct supervision
Trust Values and Behavious
Essential
* Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trusts behavioural standards
Physical Skills
Essential
* Dexterity and ability to undertake clinical skills
Desirable
* Evidence of manual handling training
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
* Previous experience in dealing with customers, patients, clients in a work environment
Desirable
* Experience in Women's Health
Qualifications
Essential
* Very good standard of written and spoken English
* Good standard of numeracy and basic calculation skills
Desirable
* NVQ 2/3 or equivalent in Health and Social care
* Completion of the care certificate
Communication & Relationship
Essential
* Appoachable manner with good interpersonal skills
* Effective written and verbal communication skills
* computer skills
* Knowledge of data protection and confidentiality
Desirable
* Experience of using patient record systems
Planning & Organisation Skills
Essential
* Ability to work as part of a team
* Adaptable and flexible approach to work
Desirable
* Ability to work without direct supervision
Trust Values and Behavious
Essential
* Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trusts behavioural standards
Physical Skills
Essential
* Dexterity and ability to undertake clinical skills
Desirable
* Evidence of manual handling training
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details
Employer name
Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trusts
Address
Womens Unit Nottingham University Hospital City Campus
Womens unit NUH Trust
Nottingham
NG5 1PB
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Employer details
Employer name
Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trusts
Address
Womens Unit Nottingham University Hospital City Campus
Womens unit NUH Trust
Nottingham
NG5 1PB
Employer's website
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