Job summary
Successful applicants will be invited to attend a Selection Day at Carew House, Bodmin on 27 February 2026. This will be a morning or afternoon to be confirmed.
We are looking to recruit a Band 3 Healthcare assistant to join our nursing team on Boscawen Ward at Falmouth Community Hospital.
The role requires the post holder to be committed to the ongoing development of the ward and multi disciplinary team working, aiming to deliver the highest standards of patient care.
The position holder will require a cheerful 'can do' attitude. In return we will support you in your career path.
The working hours consist of a mixture of Long days 07:30 - 20:00 and Night Shifts 19:30 - 08:00 in order to support 24 hour nursing care, 7 days per week.
Please note: This opportunity is open to internal candidates as a secondment. Before applying, please ensure you have discussed the post with your current line manager and obtained their agreement to support your release for the duration of the secondment.
Main duties of the job
This job is currently only open to people who already work for the NHS in Cornwall or the Isles of Scilly.We are committed to supporting our dedicated staff, so only current employees of the following organisations can apply:
* Cornwall Foundation Trust
* Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust
* Cornwall and Isles of Scilly Integrated Care Board
If you do not currently work for one of these NHS organisations, your application will not be considered at this time.
o To assist in the delivery of clinical care, planned and assessed by the Registered Nurses
o To carry out care / other duties under indirect supervision of a Registered Nurse and/or Senior Health Care Assistant
o Support care on a day-to-day basis for all patients in the clinical area in a manner sensitive to the individual clients needs and wishes, acknowledging their rights and beliefs at all times
o Contribute to resource management within the clinical area
About us
We're an NHS community and mental health provider Trust based in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. We deliver community and hospital-based care to improve people's physical and mental health. We also provide specialist support to people with dementia or a learning disability.
We are a people organisation and people matter to us. As part of the team, you'll help support the health and wellbeing of the people who live and visit this beautiful part of the UK.
Over 4,000 people make up the Trust. This includes doctors, nurses, therapists, plus admin and support staff.
We work in people's homes, in community clinics and bases. Some staff work from one of our 13 community hospitals. Our aspiration is to have great people, provide great care, be a great place to work and a great partner.
Approximately 568,000 people live here. A third of people who live in Cornwall are supported by acute hospital services in Devon. As a result, we also work closely with our partners in Devon. In the summer, and during other holidays lots of people choose to visit the area. This increase the numbers of people who use out services.
Details
Date posted
10 February 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
£24,937 to £26,598 a year Pro Rata
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
6 months
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time
Reference number
Job locations
Boscawen Ward, Falmouth Hospital
Trescobeas Road
Falmouth
TR11 2JA
Job description
Job responsibilities
To view a detailed job description and person specification including the main responsibilities of this role please see supporting documents.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To view a detailed job description and person specification including the main responsibilities of this role please see supporting documents.
Person Specification
Education, Qualifications and Relevant Experience
Essential
* GCSE Maths & English, or Equivalent
* NVQ 2 in Health Care, or Equivalent
* Clinical skills eg venepuncture, blood transfusion, aseptic non touch technique
* Previous experience in a care setting
* Previous hospital experience
Skills/Aptitude
Essential
* Computer literate
* Verbal communication/language skills
Person Specification
Education, Qualifications and Relevant Experience
Essential
* GCSE Maths & English, or Equivalent
* NVQ 2 in Health Care, or Equivalent
* Clinical skills eg venepuncture, blood transfusion, aseptic non touch technique
* Previous experience in a care setting
* Previous hospital experience
Skills/Aptitude
Essential
* Computer literate
* Verbal communication/language skills
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
Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Boscawen Ward, Falmouth Hospital
Trescobeas Road
Falmouth
TR11 2JA
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Employer details
Employer name
Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Boscawen Ward, Falmouth Hospital
Trescobeas Road
Falmouth
TR11 2JA
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