Compassionate Wards & Day Case Care Assistant (Bank)

Circle Health Group; Reading; Remote; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Part time

Job summary

Circle Reading Hospital is seeking a Healthcare Assistant to join the Wards/Day Case team on a bank basis and provide cover during busy periods or staff leave. Salary is £12.71 per hour.

This role supports patients with hygiene, mobility and nutrition, and requires collaboration with nurses and doctors to maintain safe, compassionate care. Experience in health support is preferred; NVQ Level 2/3 is desirable.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a care or health support role.
• NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent) is desirable.
• Ability to follow instructions and maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with personal hygiene, washing, dressing and mobility.
• Provide nutrition support and document intake where appropriate.
• Record routine observations such as blood pressure, pulse, resp. rate, temperature, SpO2 and glucose after training.
• Support wound care setup, catheter care and pressure area prevention.
• Prepare and maintain clinical areas, trolleys, beds and equipment.
• Collaborate with nurses, doctors, therapists and admin teams to support safe patient care.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Literacy

Numeracy

IT skills

Physical stamina

Education

NVQ Level 2/3 in Health and Social Care

Job description

Circle Reading Hospital is seeking a Healthcare Assistant to join the Wards/Day Case team on a bank basis and provide cover during busy periods or staff leave. Salary is £12.71 per hour.

This role supports patients with hygiene, mobility and nutrition, and requires collaboration with nurses and doctors to maintain safe, compassionate care. Experience in health support is preferred; NVQ Level 2/3 is desirable.