Health care assistant/decontamination technician

Gloucestershire Health and Care NHS Foundation Trust; Cirencester; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team at a forward-thinking health organization as a Health Care Assistant/Decontamination Technician. This part-time role focuses on supporting the Endoscopy department, ensuring high-quality service delivery while working under the supervision of qualified staff. You will engage with patients, assist in maintaining a safe environment, and contribute to the smooth operation of the department. With a commitment to inclusivity and professional development, this organization offers a supportive culture and numerous opportunities for growth. If you're passionate about making a difference in patient care, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

Free car parking

27 days leave plus bank holidays

Training and development opportunities

NHS pension

Flexible working opportunities

Recognition and long service awards

Fast Track physiotherapy

Discounts and salary sacrifice schemes

Qualifications

• GCSE in English and Maths required; Care certificate preferred.
• Knowledge of endoscope decontamination is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Assist in delivering high-quality service in the Endoscopy department.
• Maintain patient records and ensure confidentiality.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Flexibility

Teamwork

Education

GCSE English and Maths (C and above)

Care certificate

Tools

Endoscope decontamination equipment

Drying cabinets

Job description

Health care assistant/decontamination technician

Band 2

Main area: Endoscopy
Grade: Band 2
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Part time - 20 hours per week
Job ref: 327-25-056

Site: Cirencester Hospital
Town: Cirencester Hospital
Salary: £23,615 - £25,674 per annum pro rata
Salary period: Yearly
Closing: 09/02/2025 23:59

We love what we do and we think you will, too!

At Gloucestershire Health and Care NHS Foundation Trust (GHC), we provide joined-up mental health, physical health and learning disability services to people of all ages across Gloucestershire.

Job overview

To work as part of the Endoscopy department team assisting in the delivery of high-quality service delivery under the supervision of qualified staff. You will need to undertake key roles identified by the manager which will assist in the smooth running of the department.

Main duties of the job

• Professional in attitude, acting in best interests of Service Users.
• Respecting and valuing others openness in our communication.
• Connecting with others and working across boundaries.
• Owning our actions, ensuring the best outcomes, realising your full potential.
• Ability to work as an effective team member with good interpersonal skills.
• To participate in the smooth running of the department on a day to day basis.
• To be responsible for working with colleagues and managers to provide a safe and welcoming environment for staff, patients and relatives.
• To communicate effectively with all grades of staff.
• To communicate effectively with patients showing regard for their individual needs and for their right to confidentiality.
• To ensure all patient records are kept up to date, accurate and stored safely.
• With appropriate training learn to independently decontaminate endoscopes using the AER’s/use the drying cabinets.

Working for our organisation

We have in excess of 5000 staff working over 50 sites, providing a diverse range of services. We strive to support an organisational culture that is welcoming, builds and celebrates inclusivity and diversity and provides a sense of belonging and trust.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

• Working in Endoscopy at Cirencester Hospital under the supervision of qualified staff.
• To engage with all service users, patients and other teams within the Hospital setting.
• To develop your skills to meet the demands and diversity in this department.
• Endoscopy has a small team and requires staff to be flexible to meet our service delivery.

Hours of work are Monday to Friday, 08.00 – 18.30. Currently, we do not work bank holidays or weekends.

Person specification

General

• Flexibility of working hours.

Qualifications

• C and above in GCSE English and Maths or level 4 and above (or equivalent adult literacy and numeracy).
• Care certificate.

Experience

• Demonstrates good working knowledge and actively contributes to the safety within the clinical environment.
• Some knowledge of decontamination of endoscopes – using washers and drying cabinets.

When joining us, as well as becoming part of a team that makes a difference, we also offer:

• Free car parking at many of our sites.
• 27 days leave plus bank holidays, increasing up to 33 days with long service.
• A broad range of training and development opportunities, including apprenticeships up to Level 7 qualification.
• A multi-professional preceptorship programme for all Newly Qualified; Nurses, Nursing Associates, Internationally Educated Practitioners, Allied Health Professionals and Return to Practice Practitioners.
• Generous NHS pension and enhanced pay when if you work unsocial hours.
• Flexible, family friendly and agile working opportunities.
• Recognition and long service awards.
• Fast Track physiotherapy.
• Access to discounts and salary sacrifice schemes; including Cycle to Work, Car scheme and discounts on travel, leisure and retailers.

Applicants are advised to apply early as if a large number of applications are received for this post, we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the advertised date. Good luck with your application.

For more information please see the attached 'Additional Information for Applicants' document.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Name: Janet Gale
Job title: Endoscopy and OPD Manager
Email address: [e-mail]
Telephone number: 0300 421 6299

Please leave a message and I will respond when able. Alternatively, you can ring the Endoscopy Patient Administrator on 0300 421 6294.