Compassionate Ward Healthcare Assistant | Flexible Shifts

NHS; Shepton Mallet; On-site; GBP 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Shepton Mallet is looking for a motivated Healthcare Assistant to join their Inpatient Ward team. You will support patients with personal care, assist with vital signs, and maintain a safe environment. Ideal candidates are experienced in care and effective communicators, with flexible availability for shifts including nights and weekends. Attractive benefits include a salary of £25,105, wellbeing perks, and 25 days annual leave.

Benefits

An extensive range of wellbeing and lifestyle benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Flexible shifts to work around other commitments

Support to grow in your role

Qualifications

• Experienced in caring for others (within healthcare, care homes, or through personal experience).
• A good communicator, with a kind, polite and professional manner.
• Able to remain calm and organised, even under pressure.
• Flexible and happy to work a rota including days, nights, weekends and bank holidays.
• Motivated to deliver high standards of care and be a supportive team member.
• Desirable (but not essential): NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care, or previous experience working in a hospital environment.

Responsibilities

• Assisting patients with personal care, mobility, nutrition, rest and recovery.
• Recording vital signs such as temperature, pulse and blood pressure.
• Supporting patients through investigations and procedures, ensuring dignity and respect.
• Helping to maintain a clean, safe and welcoming environment on the ward.
• Updating care plans, charts and patient records accurately.
• Communicating effectively with patients, families and colleagues to provide reassurance and support.
• Assisting with ward administration tasks, such as greeting patients and answering calls.

Job description

A healthcare provider in Shepton Mallet is looking for a motivated Healthcare Assistant to join their Inpatient Ward team. You will support patients with personal care, assist with vital signs, and maintain a safe environment. Ideal candidates are experienced in care and effective communicators, with flexible availability for shifts including nights and weekends. Attractive benefits include a salary of £25,105, wellbeing perks, and 25 days annual leave.