Health Care Assistant – Trauma & Orthopaedics
Closing date: 28 June 2026
We are looking for a dynamic and motivated individual to join the dedicated team of Nursing and Medical Staff within the rehabilitation and post operative care ward for Surgery and Trauma and Orthopaedics.
The ward is a fast‑paced, busy and active environment with a high turnover of patients consisting of 23 in‑patient beds, dedicated to caring for patients who require post operative care from trauma and orthopaedics and general surgery.
The patient group generally require a varying level of rehabilitation and discharge planning to ensure safe and effective discharge to their homes or care providers. You will work very closely with the MDT consisting of dedicated Nursing, Therapy Staff, Ortho‑geriatricians, Advanced Nurse Practitioners and a Discharge Co‑ordinator.
Main duties of the job
* To work as part of the Nursing Team undertaking household support tasks and direct care tasks as delegated by the Nurse in Charge.
* To support the qualified Nursing Staff in the maintenance of high standards of nursing care to patients.
* To assist in providing an environment within the ward that is conducive to patient recovery and pleasant for patients and their families.
* To accept responsibility for specifically delegated functions within the ward which the Nurse in Charge feels are appropriate for untrained staff to undertake.
* To ensure where entries are made in nursing documentation, that these are correct, legible and comprehensive and countersigned by a registered nurse.
* To understand and adhere to all Trust Policies.
* To ensure the Health and Safety of patients, relatives and other staff is considered and not prejudiced by the post‑holder at any time.
* To ensure that privacy and dignity of patients is paramount and is not compromised.
* To ensure that all patient information is confidential and is not disclosed to a third party except with permission of the Nurse in Charge.
* To ensure that all patient care is delivered with the highest degree of professionalism.
* To present an appearance which gives a positive image of the Trust and a manner which is appropriate and which inspires confidence.
* To attend specifically fire and lifting and handling lectures annually and ensure appropriate updates are attended once H.C.A. training is complete.
Person Specification
Values
* We are kind
* We are open
* We are inclusive
Qualifications
* Completion of Trust Care Certificate within 4 months of appointment
* Basic literacy and numeracy skills
* Care Certificate (equivalent to level 1)
* NVQ level 2 Health and Social Care or equivalent
Knowledge
* Knowledge of personal care and related procedures
* Experience of working in a team
* Experience of working in a patient care/health related role
Skills
* Ability to communicate effectively in both verbal and written formats
* Good interpersonal skills
* Able to work within a team
* Able to accept direction and guidance
* Aware of own limitations
* Able to prioritise own workload and manage time effectively
* Flexible, adaptable and responsive to change
* Reliable and professional
* Ability to cope in stressful and challenging situations
* Inclusive and non‑judgemental
* Punctual, motivated and committed
* Effective role model demonstrating Trust values
* Basic IT skills
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.
Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
£25,272 a year (pro rata if part time)
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