Health Care Assistant - AMU 2 | Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Liverpool is seeking a dedicated Band 2 Healthcare Assistant to join a well-experienced team. The role involves providing personal care and support to patients during their vulnerable times. Candidates should be enthusiastic team players with excellent communication and organizational skills. The position requires assisting with hygiene needs, preventing pressure sores, and enabling mobility. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to patient care in a compassionate environment.

Qualifications

• Passionate about providing high standards of nursing care.
• Experience in personal care and support.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with hygiene and personal care.
• Prevent pressure sore development as directed.
• Enable mobility through exercises.
• Undertake clerical duties for a smooth service.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Organisation skills

Team player

Job description

We have vacancies for an enthusiastic band 2 HCA to join our team on AMU 2. This is a great opportunity to join a well experienced team on this busy unit.

We are looking for an individual who is passionate about providing high standards of nursing care and are keen to develop further. You must be enthusiastic team players who have excellent communication and organisation skills.

As a HCA you will provide personal care and support to patients at their most vulnerable times. You will work alongside a multidisciplinary team to provide a compassionate, caring and safe environment for our patients. Your application should highlight your experience in order for the shortlisting panel to be able to select the most suitably qualified individuals to join our team.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients in meeting their hygiene needs and carry out all aspects of personal care and grooming (to include emptying catheter bags).
• Assist in the prevention of pressure sore development as directed by the Registered nurse in conjunction with the patient’s plan of care.
• Enable patients to maintain/improve their mobility by use of exercise and mobility appliances as directed by individual care plans.
• Undertake a range of clerical duties in the absence of or in support of the Ward Clerk to ensure a smooth running service.

This advert closes on Monday 29 Dec 2025