Health Care Assistant

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board; Preston; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical cover

Life assurance

Pension

Employee Assistance Programme

25 days annual leave

Job summary

Fulwood Hall Hospital in Preston is seeking a Health Care Assistant to join our Ward team, nights. You will support clinical care in a busy private healthcare setting, valued for your empathy, attention to detail, and commitment to daily living activities while maintaining high standards.

Ramsay Health Care offers a range of employee benefits including private medical cover, dental options, enhanced leave and pension, and ongoing training via the Ramsay Academy to develop your skills and career.

Qualifications

• NVQ level 2 or 3 desirable.
• Hospital background preferred.
• Empathetic character and strong communication skills required.
• Commitment to assist with daily living activities and flexible attitude.
• Attention to detail and ability to stay calm in challenging situations.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily living activities for patients as part of ward team.
• Provide compassionate care and support to patients and families.
• Maintain high standards of infection control and patient safety.

Skills

Empathetic character

Decision-making ability

Strong communication skills

Flexible attitude

Commitment to assist with daily living

Attention to detail

Ability to remain calm

Computer literacy

Education

NVQ level 2 or 3 desirable

Tools

Clinical registration

Computer literacy

Job description

We have an opportunity for a Health Care Assistant to join our Ward team at Fulwood Hall Hospital, working nights.

In this role, you will be part of a team focused on delivering high-quality clinical outcomes in a supportive environment. You will be valued for your skills and expertise, with a passion for high standards and a desire to develop your skills. Attention to detail is essential, along with the ability to remain calm in challenging situations.

• NVQ level 2 or 3 desirable
• Hospital background preferred
• Empathetic character
• Commitment to assist with daily living activities
• Decision-making ability
• Strong communication skills
• Flexible attitude
• Computer literacy, Clinical Registration

Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Ramsay Health Care offers high-quality private healthcare across Australia, the UK and Europe. With a reputation built on "People Caring for People," we are committed to advancing medical excellence and providing outstanding patient experiences. Every year, millions of patients put their trust in Ramsay, confident in our ability to deliver exceptional care with outstanding clinical outcomes.

Fulwood Hall Hospital, opened in 1986, has a 99% patient recommendation rate and a 0% MRSA incidence due to strict infection control. It features eight consulting rooms, an outpatient treatment room, a pre-operative assessment unit, modern imaging facilities, and a new physio department.

• Private medical cover (option to add family), discounted Bupa dental, life assurance (3x salary), private pension with up to 5% employer match, Employee Assistance Programme
• Work-Life Balance 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, option to buy/sell leave, flexible working where possible, enhanced family leave, and volunteer leave
• Career Development Ongoing training and development through the Ramsay Academy, plus colleague recognition programmes
• Lifestyle Benefits Employee discounts platform, Cycle2Work scheme, subsidised staff restaurant and free on-site parking where available