Bank Healthcare Assistant

HCA Healthcare UK; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A private healthcare provider in Birmingham is seeking a Bank Healthcare Assistant to support clinical services on flexible shifts. The ideal candidate should possess a relevant healthcare qualification and UK hospital experience, especially in Oncology, Haematology, or surgical wards. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to exceptional patient care in a modern hospital environment committed to teamwork and clinical excellence.

Qualifications

• Relevant healthcare qualification is essential.
• Strong understanding of UK clinical practices.
• Recent experience in one or more of the listed specialisms.

Responsibilities

• Support clinical services during periods of increased activity.
• Assist with patient care in a modern hospital environment.
• Contribute to exceptional patient care as a vital team member.

Skills

UK‑based acute hospital experience

Oncology or Haematology experience

Surgical and Medical Wards experience

Strong communication skills

Flexible and proactive attitude

Education

NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care

Job description

Bank Healthcare Assistant

Location: The Harborne Hospital, Birmingham
Salary: Competitive (Bank – Flexible Shifts)
Contract Type: Bank / Flexible Working
Specialisms: Oncology, Haematology & Medical Wards, Surgical Wards

Join a world‑class team at Birmingham’s newest state‑of‑the‑art private hospital.

The Harborne Hospital, part of HCA Healthcare UK, is expanding its internal temporary staffing team and we are looking for dedicated and experienced Bank Healthcare Assistants to support our clinical services. This is an excellent opportunity to work flexibly while contributing to exceptional patient care in a modern, purpose‑built hospital environment.

As a Bank HCA, you’ll play a vital role in supporting our teams during periods of increased activity, annual leave and planned absences. You’ll be joining a hospital that prides itself on clinical excellence, compassionate care and a strong sense of teamwork.

We are particularly interested in Healthcare Assistants with experience in:

• Oncology or Haematology
• Surgical and Medical Wards

What You’ll Bring

• A relevant healthcare qualification (e.g., NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care or equivalent) – essential
• Essential: UK‑based acute hospital experience, with strong understanding of UK clinical practices and patient pathways
• Recent experience in one or more of the listed specialisms
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative, team‑focused approach
• A flexible, proactive attitude and the ability to adapt to different clinical settings

Culture and Values

At HCA UK, exceptional care starts with exceptional people. We celebrate individuality and value the unique perspectives each colleague brings. When you feel supported, respected and heard, you can be at your best — for our patients and for each other.

Our mission is simple: above all else, we are committed to the care and improvement of human life. This applies equally to our patients and our colleagues. We live this mission through our four core values:

• Unique & Individual: We recognise and value everyone’s uniqueness
• Kindness & Compassion: We treat people with empathy and respect
• Honesty, Integrity & Fairness: We act with transparency and trust
• Loyalty, Respect & Dignity: We support one another as valued members of the HCA UK family

Reasonable Adjustments

We want everyone to feel comfortable bringing their full selves to work. As a Disability Confident committed organisation, we are happy to discuss flexible working arrangements and provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and within the workplace.