Healthcare assistant

Job Summary

Are you a caring and motivated Healthcare Assistant with a passion for women's health? We are looking for a compassionate and proactive Band 3 HCA to join our dedicated Gynaecology Outpatients team at Basildon Hospital, part of the Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust.

This is a rewarding opportunity to be part of a specialised service supporting women through various stages of their health journey—from routine appointments and diagnostics to more complex investigations and procedures. You'll work closely with nurses, doctors, and other healthcare professionals to ensure every patient receives high-quality care in a respectful and sensitive environment.

Your role will include chaperoning during examinations, supporting minor procedures, maintaining clinical areas, and delivering patient-centred care. Providing reassurance and comfort to patients, many of whom may feel anxious or vulnerable, will also be key.

Main duties of the job

1. Behave professionally and communicate effectively with colleagues, women, and their families.
2. Promote individualised care tailored to the needs of women and their families, acting as an advocate within the multidisciplinary team in the absence of the midwife.
3. Under supervision of the designated midwife, undertake direct care and appropriate interventions to enhance patient experience and promote health and wellbeing of mother and baby.
4. Participate in the collection and recording of data in line with Trust guidelines and policies.
5. Collaborate with internal and external professionals to provide effective care networks.
6. Ensure informed consent is obtained before providing care.
7. Identify and escalate deviations from normal care.
8. Contribute to delivering national health objectives and initiatives.
9. Act as a departmental advocate, promoting respectful and flexible team working across areas.
10. Demonstrate Trust values consistently in interactions with colleagues and service users.

About Us

We work together with MSE Health and Care Partnership to deliver excellent local and specialist services, aiming to improve patient health and wellbeing compassionately while providing a vibrant environment for staff development and innovation. We value dynamic, forward-thinking, and enthusiastic individuals and offer flexible working options, training opportunities, and career development support.

Additional Information

Post details include:

• Posted on: 22 April 2025
• Pay scheme: Agenda for Change
• Band: 3
• Salary: £24,625 per annum (pro-rata for part-time)
• Contract: Permanent
• Working pattern: Full-time
• Location: Basildon, Nethermayne, SS16 5NL

Job Responsibilities

For detailed responsibilities, please see the attached job description. We look forward to your application!

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential: 5 GCSEs including maths and English or equivalent.

Desirable: Care certificate, NVQ Level 3 or equivalent.

Experience

Essential: Previous healthcare experience, experience taking blood.

Desirable: Understanding of quality and change in clinical settings.

Other Requirements

This role is subject to DBS checks and requires a valid criminal record check. Applications requiring UK skilled worker sponsorship are welcome, with further details available on the UK Visas and Immigration website.