Compassionate Healthcare Assistant - 22.5h Ward Support

Circle Health Group; Chertsey; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday

Private Pension Scheme

Private Healthcare Scheme

Friends & Family Hospital Discounts

Family Friendly policies

Non-contributory life insurance

Staff engagement hub

Wellbeing resources

Employee recognition

Training and development opportunities

Job summary

Circle Health Group's Runnymede Hospital in Chertsey is seeking a Healthcare Assistant to join the Wards team on a 22.5-hour, permanent, part-time basis. The role covers flexible shifts across wards, supporting patients with essential care and daily living activities.

You will work under the supervision of registered nurses, document observations, assist with feeding and mobility, and help maintain high standards of patient care.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a care or health support role.
• Good communication and compassionate attitude.
• Ability to follow instructions and escalate concerns.
• Basic literacy, numeracy, and IT skills.
• Physically able to undertake duties including moving and handling.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with hygiene, mobility, and personal care while respecting dignity.
• Support eating and hydration; document intake as appropriate.
• Take routine observations (BP, pulse, resp rate, temp, SpO2, blood glucose) after training.
• Report concerns to the nurse or clinician promptly.
• Record care and observations accurately in records/electronic systems.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and GDPR compliance.
• Follow infection prevention, PPE, and cleaning procedures.

Skills

Caregiver experience

Communication

Following instructions

IT skills

Moving and handling

Job description

Circle Health Group's Runnymede Hospital in Chertsey is seeking a Healthcare Assistant to join the Wards team on a 22.5-hour, permanent, part-time basis. The role covers flexible shifts across wards, supporting patients with essential care and daily living activities.

You will work under the supervision of registered nurses, document observations, assist with feeding and mobility, and help maintain high standards of patient care.