Health Care Assistant

Ramsay Health Care UK Operations Limited; Torquay; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in the UK is seeking a passionate Health Care Assistant to join their ward team in Torquay. In this role, you will provide essential patient care and support within the Ambulatory Care Unit. Successful candidates will hold an NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care, with clinical ward experience being essential. The company offers comprehensive benefits including a flexible leave policy and private healthcare for employees and their dependents.

Benefits

25 Days Leave + Bank Holidays

Private Pension matched up to 5%

Flexible shift patterns

Enhanced parental leave policies

Private healthcare for dependents

Free training and development

Free parking on site

Subsidised staff restaurant

Over 8,000 discounts via benefits portal

Qualifications

• NVQ qualifications that demonstrate knowledge in health and social care.
• Experience in a clinical ward environment.
• Strong communication skills to interact with patients and team members.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care in the ward and ambulatory care unit.
• Assist with daily living activities and medication administration.
• Support multidisciplinary team meetings.

Skills

Good written and verbal communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Flexible approach to duties

Motivated individual

Education

NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care

Job description

Ramsay Health Care UK Operations Limited

Health Care Assistant – Ward

The closing date is 09 February 2026

We're looking for a passionate Healthcare Assistant to join our ward team and provide support to our Ambulatory Care Unit. Putting patients first, you'll be given time to care for each person as a unique individual.

Our surgical wards are busy and colleagues will rely on your support. Together, you'll deliver the highest quality clinical outcomes in a supported environment. You'll be valued for your skills and expertise and given lots of opportunity to develop, because at Ramsay Health Care UK, we know our people are our most important asset.

Job Responsibilities

Provide patient care in the ward and ambulatory care unit, assist with daily living activities, help with medication administration, support multidisciplinary team meetings, and contribute to a positive patient experience.

What you'll bring with you

• NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care
• Clinical Ward Experience
• Ability to work under pressure to tight deadlines
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Be a highly motivated individual
• Enjoy working in constantly and rapidly changing environments
• Flexible approach to your duties and your hours

Benefits

• 25 Days Leave + Bank Holidays
• Buy & Sell Flexi Leave Options
• Private Pension where Ramsay will match up to 5% after a qualifying period
• Flexible shift patterns available where possible
• Enhanced Competitive Parental Leave Policies (launched 2023)
• Private Healthcare for you and dependents includes online GP
• Life Assurance (Death in Service)
• Free Training and Development via the Academy
• Free Parking on site for workers (where possible)
• Subsidised staff restaurant (where possible)
• Over 8,000 discounts and special offers via benefits portal
• Book discounted cinema tickets on the dedicated cinema portal
• The Blue Light Card Scheme

Person Specification

Relevant Membership to Affiliated Body

• Clinical Registration
• 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 UK Operations Limited