Health Care Assistant | Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust

Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust; England; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in the UK is seeking a Band 3 Healthcare Assistant to deliver high-quality care in the community. This role involves assisting patients, working within a multi-disciplinary team, and requires a full UK driver's license. Excellent training and flexible working options are offered, making it ideal for those passionate about healthcare and community service.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Excellent training and development opportunities

Cost-effective workplace nurseries

Qualifications

• Experience in community or healthcare roles is desirable.
• Full UK driver's license and access to a car for work purposes.
• Willingness to undergo training for clinical skills.

Responsibilities

• Undertake non-complex clinical procedures under guidance.
• Liaise with clients and ensure integrated quality care.
• Keep accurate records and report patient status.

Skills

Compassionate Care

Team collaboration

Clinical procedures

Patient communication

Job description

We are looking to recruit dynamic, motivated and enthusiastic Band 3 Healthcare Assistant who has a passion for delivering high quality care within a community setting. They will be working within the Primary Care Network (PCN) Community Brighton & Hove, Central Team and its surrounding area.

This is an ideal opportunity for anyone looking for a career within healthcare, or an existing Band 3 Healthcare Assistant who wants to develop their clinical knowledge and practice within the community. Community and healthcare experience is desirable, but not essential as training will be given to develop the skills and knowledge required for this role such as insulin administration, wound care, completing observations, Catheter care and venepuncture.

Please note: Due to recent changes in UK immigration and visa rules, this role may not be eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants who do not currently have the right to work in the UK may not be considered. Candidates requiring sponsorship should review the eligibility criteria on thegov.uk website before applying to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship for this role.

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Key Responsibilities

1. To undertake non‑complex clinical procedures under the guidance of senior team members e.g. venepuncture, patient specific sub‑cutaneous injections, sample collection, blood pressure monitoring, medications, wound care, Catheter care and other tasks according to training and competencies. To recognise their responsibility and accountability in accepting the delegated task.
2. Empowering patients to regain their health and independence in collaboration with other members of the Multi professional Team.
3. Liaising with clients, colleagues, family and other professionals in ensuring integrated quality care is provided.
4. To keep accurate, timely records according to Trust policy.
5. To escalate and report patient progress/ status on a shift by shift basis to senior team members.
6. To demonstrate flexibility and adaptability working across community teams according to service needs.
7. To commit to undertaking training and education to progress clinical skills as indicated by service development needs.
8. To respond effectively and actively to complaints and elevate appropriately following departmental policies.
9. To assist registered staff in care and treatment and participate in the review process.
10. To promote equality for all, including the maintenance of confidentiality, supporting individual customs, values and spiritual beliefs and ensuring that anti‑discriminatory practices are demonstrated.

We are the main provider of NHS community services across East and West Sussex, with 6,000 staff serving 1.3 million people. We deliver essential care to adults and children, helping them manage their health, avoid hospital admissions, and reduce hospital stays.

Our Trust vision is to provide excellent care at the heart of the community. We offer opportunities across medical, clinical, support, and corporate services.

Why work for us?

• Positive 2024 NHS Staff Survey results, highlighting compassionate leadership and wellbeing
• Varied environments: community hospitals, patients’ homes, and bases across Sussex
• Flexible working options: part‑time, flexi‑time, annualised hours, and flexi‑retirement
• Excellent training, development, and research opportunities
• Cost‑effective workplace nurseries in Crawley, Hove, and Brighton
• Active EMBRACE, Disability & Wellbeing, LGBTQIA+, and Religion & Belief networks
• Level 3 Disability Confident Leader and Veteran Aware Trust
• Beautiful Sussex location near the South Downs and coast

Our values—Compassionate Care, Working Together, Achieving Ambitions, Delivering Excellence—guide everything we do.

We embrace diversity and encourage applications from all backgrounds, particularly from ethnically diverse, disabled, and LGBTQIA+ individuals. We aim to create an inclusive environment and support reasonable adjustments during recruitment.

This post may close early if sufficient applications are received.

Full details about the role and requirements are available in the attached job description and specification.

Please note that you will need to have a full UK driver’s license and have access to a car for work purposes.

A “can do” attitude is a must, as is a desire to be the best and provide the highest standard of care. If you are passionate about making a difference and want to contribute to a team that is continuously striving to achieve excellence then this could be the role for you.

This advert closes on Thursday 6 Nov 2025.