Health Care Assistant

Ramsay Health Care UK; York; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Ramsay Health Care UK is seeking a Health Care Assistant for their Clifton Park Hospital in York. The role includes providing essential patient support in a supportive clinical setting. Ideal candidates will have an NVQ Level 2 or 3, a compassionate approach, and the ability to adapt to various situations. Join a prestigious organization committed to delivering high-quality care.

Benefits

25 Days Leave + Bank Holidays

Private Pension with Ramsay matching up to 5%

Private Medical Cover

Life Assurance (Death in Service)

Free training and development via Ramsay Academy

Subsidised staff restaurant

Cycle2Work scheme

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Empathetic character and commitment to patient care.
• Ability to make decisions and use initiative.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals with activities of daily living, including personal care.
• Provide therapy, social, emotional, and recreational needs support.
• Work closely with the healthcare team to ensure high-quality clinical outcomes.

Skills

Communication

Empathy

Flexibility

Attention to Detail

Decision Making

Education

NVQ Level 2 or 3

Job description

time left to apply End Date: June 26, 2025 (11 days left to apply)

job requisition id JR13828

Job Description

Health Care Assistant – Ward

Clifton Park - 30 Hours

(Days & Nights shift rotation)

The role

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Health Care Assistant to join our Ward department here at Clifton Park Hospital. In this role, you will be an integral part of a team committed to delivering high-quality clinical outcomes in a supportive environment, where your skills and expertise will be valued. You should have a passion for providing excellent service and a desire to develop your skills. Attention to detail, the ability to stay calm, and practicality in challenging situations are essential.

What you’ll bring with you

• NVQ level 2 or 3 would be advantageous
• A warm, considerate, and empathetic character
• A commitment to supporting individuals with activities of daily living, including personal care, therapy, social, emotional, and recreational needs and aspirations
• The ability to make decisions and use your initiative
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• A flexible and positive attitude
• 25 Days Leave + Bank Holidays
• Buy & Sell Flexi Leave Options
• Private Pension with Ramsay matching up to 5% after a qualifying period
• Flexible shift patterns where possible
• Enhanced parental leave policies
• Private Medical Cover with options to add partners & dependants
• Life Assurance (Death in Service) x3 base salary
• Free training and development via the Ramsay Academy
• Free on-site parking where available
• Subsidised staff restaurant where available
• Concerts for Carers
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle2Work scheme in partnership with Halfords
• The Blue Light Card Scheme

About us

Clifton Park Hospital, opened in 2006, is located just outside York city centre. The hospital has been rated 'Good' by the Care Quality Commission and features 24 beds, two theatres, a day case unit, a large outpatient department with x-ray facilities, and on-site physiotherapy, including a small gym area.

Ramsay Health Care UK is a well-established global hospital group with over 50 years of experience. It is highly respected within the healthcare industry and is one of the leading providers of independent hospital services in England.

We value individuals with a positive, “can do” attitude who want to make a difference. "Our employees are Ramsay." The skills and commitment of our staff form the foundation of our success.

“The Ramsay Way” culture recognizes that staff and doctors are our most valuable assets, which has been key to our ongoing success. Click here to find out more.

We are dedicated to delivering the best care, driven by our core belief that it’s more than what we do — it’s who we are. This commitment has been at the heart of our service since we first welcomed patients in 1964.

We are proud to support the UK’s Armed Forces and Reservists, having achieved the Silver Award in the MOD’s Armed Forces Covenant Employer Recognition Scheme. This scheme recognizes employers who actively support Defence and promote similar values in their workplaces. We are committed to supporting the wider Armed Forces community, including our staff and patients.

We are an equal opportunity employer. This position is subject to background checks and DBS clearance.