Bank Healthcare Assistant: Patient Care & Support

Circle Health Group; Sheffield; Hybrid; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Bank shifts

Flexible hours

Circle Health Group

Job summary

The Thornbury Hospital in Sheffield, part of Circle Health Group, is seeking a Healthcare Assistant on a bank basis to support busy wards and cover staff during peaks and holidays.

You will assist with personal care, help with nutrition, and observe basic vital signs after training, collaborating with nurses and doctors to ensure safe patient care. NVQ Level 2/3 in Health and Social Care desirable; compassionate, communicative individuals wanted.

Qualifications

• Previous care or health support experience.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills with a caring, compassionate attitude.
• Ability to follow instructions and escalate concerns appropriately.
• Basic literacy, numeracy and IT skills.
• Physically able to undertakes duties including moving and handling.
• NVQ Level 2/3 in Health & Social Care desirable.
• Knowledge of safeguarding, infection control and confidentiality procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with personal hygiene, washing, dressing and mobility.
• Help with eating, drinking and documenting intake where appropriate.
• Provide comfort and emotional support to patients and relatives.
• Record routine observations (BP, pulse, temp, O2, glucose) after training.
• Support basic clinical procedures and wound care setup.
• Prepare and maintain clinical areas and equipment for patient use.
• Collaborate with nurses, doctors, therapists and admin teams to support care.

Skills

Communication skills

Caring attitude

Moving and handling

IT literacy

Education

NVQ Level 2/3 Health & Social Care

Job description

The Thornbury Hospital in Sheffield, part of Circle Health Group, is seeking a Healthcare Assistant on a bank basis to support busy wards and cover staff during peaks and holidays.

You will assist with personal care, help with nutrition, and observe basic vital signs after training, collaborating with nurses and doctors to ensure safe patient care. NVQ Level 2/3 in Health and Social Care desirable; compassionate, communicative individuals wanted.