Healthcare Assistant – Wards (Bank)

The Priory Hospital; Darlington; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider seeks a Healthcare Assistant to join their team on bank shifts at Woodlands Hospital in Darlington. The role involves providing essential support to patients, assisting with personal care, and collaborating with healthcare professionals to ensure a safe environment. Ideal candidates should possess experience in care roles and have good communication skills.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a care or health support role.
• Basic literacy, numeracy, and IT skills.
• Physically able to undertake duties including moving and handling tasks.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with personal hygiene and mobility needs.
• Provide comfort and emotional support to patients.
• Carry out routine observations such as blood pressure and temperature.

Skills

Communication

Compassion

Interpersonal skills

Education

NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care

Job description

Overview

Healthcare Assistant (Bank)

Location: Woodlands Hospital, Darlington

Shift Type: Bank Shifts

Salary: £12.21 per hour

About Woodlands Hospital

Woodlands Hospital is part of Circle Health Group, Britain's leading provider of independent healthcare with a nationwide network of hospitals & clinics. We perform more complex surgeries than any other private healthcare provider in the country.

Job Role

We are seeking a Healthcare Assistant to join our team on the hospital wards. This is a bank role working on an “as and when required” basis, providing staffing support during busy periods and covering staff absences such as annual leave.

Key Responsibilities

1. Assist patients with personal hygiene, washing, dressing, toileting, oral care, and mobility needs, respecting their preferences and dignity.
2. Help patients with eating, drinking, and nutritional support, including documenting intake where appropriate.
3. Provide comfort and emotional support to patients and relatives, creating a caring and safe environment.
4. Carry out and accurately record routine observations such as blood pressure, pulse, respiratory rate, temperature, oxygen saturation, and blood glucose levels (after appropriate training).
5. Support basic clinical procedures, including wound care setup, assisting with catheter care, pressure area prevention, and mobility aids.
6. Prepare and maintain clinical areas, including trolleys, beds, and equipment, in readiness for patient use.
7. Work collaboratively with nurses, doctors, therapists, and admin teams to support safe and efficient patient care.

Candidate Requirements

• Previous experience in a care or health support role (hospital, care home, community, or domiciliary).
• 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 undertake duties including moving and handling tasks.
• NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent qualification) desirable.
• Knowledge of safeguarding, infection control, and confidentiality procedures.

Salary & Benefits

Circle Health Group offers a competitive hourly rate.

Our culture is a result of the way our people live and breathe our philosophy, which combines our purpose, principles, and values. To learn more about the Circle Health Group philosophy, visit here.