Healthcare Assistant

Charity Society; Bishop Auckland; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Join as a Theatre Healthcare Assistant at Bishop Auckland General Hospital, where you'll be a vital member of our perioperative team. The role involves assisting with surgical procedures, maintaining a compassionate care environment, and supporting patient dignity. Prospective candidates should have relevant NVQ Level 3 and strong communication skills to thrive in this dynamic setting.

Qualifications

• Experience in caring for others preferred.
• Willingness to complete a Care Certificate within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation and handling of surgical instruments.
• Maintain patients' privacy and dignity.
• Support registered practitioners in delivering high-quality care.

Skills

Communication

Ability to learn new skills

Teamwork

Leadership

Education

Relevant NVQ Level 3

GCSE equivalent in English and Mathematics

Job description

Job Summary

If you are in the UK on a VISA please ensure you have no restrictions that would prevent you from taking this post. We are unable to sponsor Healthcare Assistants without 2 years band 3 NHS experience.

If you are new to care you must complete a care certificate when you commence employment with CDDFT and be paid band 2 until completion.

Please note this advert will close when sufficient applications have been received.

County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust invite applications for the position of Theatre Healthcare Assistant for our site at and Bishop Auckland General Hospital.

The pandemic has demonstrated the value of our greatest asset our employees. The dedication and support that our workforce have provided has been second to none and here at CDDFT we are extremely proud of them.

We care for our colleagues, and as a modern day employer in the NHS we realise that prospective employees can choose where they wish to work. That is why in our opinion, the health and wellbeing support we offer our staff is second to none.

Our Theatre team are friendly and supportive, encouraging professional development to enhance skills and professional competence. The departmental Practice Development team, in coordination with the Theatre Management team, support the staff members to identify and realise areas for career progression, both on an individual basis and also as a team approach to achieving their highest potential.

Main duties of the job

Main Duties And Responsibilities

Complete all essential training.

Be an effective part of the multi-disciplinary team, assisting in the preparation, clearing and cleaning of the equipment ready for use.

Assist the registered practitioners with the delivery of high quality care in the perioperative setting.

Maintain patients privacy and dignity at all times and provide care in a compassionate and sensitive manner.

Assist your fellow practitioners with delegated clinical tasks.

Provide support to the surgical colleagues when preparing and delivering anaesthetic and surgical procedures.

Prepare and provide the surgical instruments and any supplementary items for surgery.

Prepare the clinical environment for anaesthetic and surgical procedures.

Positioning of patients for their specific procedure with consideration of pressure area care and patient comfort and dignity.

Assist with safe moving and handling of patients following trust guidelines.

Escorting and transferring patients between departments ensuring privacy and dignity is maintained.

About Us

If you are being interviewed you must accept an interview slot in the system to continue, even if you have arranged with the manager.

You must be able to produce ALL certificates stated essential in the person specification or you will not be able to complete pre-employment checks.

We provide hospital services from two acute sites - Darlington Memorial Hospital and University Hospital of North Durham. We have a centre for planned care in Bishop Auckland and provide care from community hospitals in Chester-le-Street, Shotley Bridge, Barnard Castle, Sedgefield and Weardale as well as over 80 other community based settings and providing care in patients' homes.

We particularly welcome applications from disabled and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates as BAME and disabled people are currently under-represented.

Full Job Descriptions can be found in the adverts supporting documents.

Over reliance on AI-generated content is discouraged and may diminish the applicant's chances of success.

For the most up-to-date information on visa requirements and eligibility, please check online to determine whether you can apply.

From April 9th 2025 - Healthcare assistants - You must have a minimum of two years of experience working within the NHS as a HCA for the Trust to consider sponsorship (we will only consider sponsorship if you meet this criteria and have a current visa expiring within 3 months).

Details

Date posted

10 June 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£24,169 to £25,674 a year per annum pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

C9439-2526-1667

Job locations

Bishop Auckland General Hospital

Cockton Hill Road

Bishop Auckland

County Durham

DL14 6AD

Job Description

Job responsibilities

DIMENSIONS OF THE JOB

To work as part of the perioperative team to deliver consistent high quality care. Able to carry out delegated, repetitive, routine and familiar tasks. Will prioritise and plan their own delegated work tasks and activities. Liaise with the multidisciplinary team, wards, and other departments within the Trust.

Job Description

Job responsibilities

DIMENSIONS OF THE JOB

To work as part of the perioperative team to deliver consistent high quality care. Able to carry out delegated, repetitive, routine and familiar tasks. Will prioritise and plan their own delegated work tasks and activities. Liaise with the multidisciplinary team, wards, and other departments within the Trust.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Computer skills.
• Ability to learn new skills.
  
  

Desirable

• Previous experience in caring for others.
  
  

Special Skills & Knowledge

Essential

• Good verbal and written command of English.
• Ability to act upon own initiative.
• Good communication skills.
• Able to work under some pressure.
• Ability to show leadership
• Ability to plan own work.
• Ability to work calmly under pressure.
• Willing to take and record patient observations.
  
  

Desirable

• Knowledge of care and related procedures, clinical observations, relevant legislation.
  
  

Special Requirements

Essential

• Self-motivated and able to motivate others.
• Excellent communication & interpersonal skills.
• Reflective practitioner.
• Ability to work in a busy and varied work
• environment and respond to change.
  
  

Desirable

• Be able to offer pastoral care to mentors and students when providing feedback on performance.
  
  

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Good interpersonal skills.
• Able to engage and build effective relationships at all levels.
• Understanding of the role of HCSW.
• Able to work as part of a team.
• Knowledge and understanding of the need for confidentiality.
  
  

Qualifications

Essential

• Relevant NVQ Level 3 or equivalent relevant experience.
• Care Certificate or willingness to complete within first 6 months of commencement in post.
• GCSE equivalent in English and Mathematics.
  
  

Desirable

• Short courses relevant to undertake patient and clinical care duties.
  
  

Person Specification

Essential

• Relevant NVQ Level 3 or equivalent relevant experience.
• Care Certificate or willingness to complete within first 6 months of commencement in post.
• GCSE equivalent in English and Mathematics.
  
  

Desirable

• Short courses relevant to undertake patient and clinical care duties.
  
  

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.

Employer details

Employer name

County Durham & Darlington NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Bishop Auckland General Hospital

Cockton Hill Road

Bishop Auckland

County Durham

DL14 6AD

Employer's website

https://www.cddft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

County Durham & Darlington NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Bishop Auckland General Hospital

Cockton Hill Road

Bishop Auckland

County Durham

DL14 6AD

Employer's website

https://www.cddft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)