Ward Care Assistant – NHS Healthcare Support

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Liverpool; On-site; AUD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Band 3 Healthcare Assistant to support Ward 5 Broadgreen. You will work under a registered nurse to help deliver high-quality patient care, assist with basic clinical tasks, and support families and carers in a busy ward environment.

The role emphasises teamwork, patient safety, and maintaining dignity and comfort while protecting staff and visitors in a dynamic hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Role as a band 3 healthcare assistant working under supervision of a registered nurse.

Responsibilities

• Promotes effective communication within the multi-disciplinary team.
• Contributes to management of aggressive and abusive behaviour.
• Bed making and preparation of clean beds for new admissions.
• Clear and clean vacated bed spaces and prepare for use.
• Assist in maintaining a clean and safe environment in all areas.
• Safe disposal of clinical waste and sharps per Trust policy.
• Attend to needs of visitors and patients, including distressed or bereaved.
• Obtain demographic details to assist in admission process.
• Provide support and assistance to new and junior staff.
• Record vital signs and nursing observations as directed by RN.

Skills

Communication within MDT

Patient care support

Safety awareness

Job description

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Band 3 Healthcare Assistant to support Ward 5 Broadgreen. You will work under a registered nurse to help deliver high-quality patient care, assist with basic clinical tasks, and support families and carers in a busy ward environment.

The role emphasises teamwork, patient safety, and maintaining dignity and comfort while protecting staff and visitors in a dynamic hospital setting.