Healthcare Assistant

DHU Healthcare; England; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NHS pension scheme

Wellbeing support

Career growth

Job summary

DHU Healthcare is seeking a UEC Healthcare Assistant to provide hands-on care in urgent and emergency settings across the community. You will support clinicians, perform observations and assist with patient comfort, within a close-knit team committed to compassionate care.

With NVQ Level 3 (or working towards it) and strong communication, you will help deliver high-quality care and contribute to safe, smooth services while benefiting from growth opportunities and a supportive, not-for-profit

Qualifications

• Need practical experience, strong communication, NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care (or working towards it).
• Support clinicians and patients in urgent and emergency care settings.
• Carry out essential observations and assist with patient care and comfort.
• Work within a close-knit team providing high-quality, compassionate care.
• Keep services running smoothly through teamwork and attention to detail.
• Play a vital role in making every patient experience a positive one.

Responsibilities

• Support clinicians and patients in urgent and emergency care settings.
• Carry out essential observations and assist with patient care and comfort.
• Work within a close-knit team providing high-quality, compassionate care.
• Keep services running smoothly through teamwork and attention to detail.
• Play a vital role in making every patient experience a positive one.

Skills

Practical experience

Strong communication

NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care (or working towards it)

Job description

Job Introduction

Provide hands‑on care that makes patients feel supported and safe.

UEC Healthcare Assistant

At DHU Healthcare, every role matters. We're a not‑for‑profit team driven by compassion and respect, where your voice is heard and your growth truly matters. Join us and be part of something bigger. For you, for them, with us.

Supporting people, shaping services.

With us, every moment matters. Our Urgent and Emergency Care teams deliver expert, compassionate support 24/7, across Emergency Departments, Urgent Treatment Centres, GP surgeries, and the wider community. Skilled medical, nursing, allied health, and support professionals work together to respond quickly and effectively, while you'll be supported to thrive in your career.

As a UEC Healthcare Assistant you will:

• Need practical experience, strong communication, NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care (or working towards it).
• Support clinicians and patients in urgent and emergency care settings.
• Carry out essential observations and assist with patient care and comfort.
• Work within a close-knit team providing high‑quality, compassionate care.
• Keep services running smoothly through teamwork and attention to detail.
• Play a vital role in making every patient experience a positive one.

For you, benefits that work.

We'll support your health, happiness and future with benefits that put you first. From access to the NHS pension scheme (and we'll honour your existing NHS pension pot and holiday entitlement if you're transferring), to wellbeing support, flexible options and career growth, we're here to help you thrive at work and in life. For more information on the full range of benefits available click here.

Learning, leading, shaping healthcare.

At DHU Healthcare, we support your growth at every stage of your career. With clear career paths, tailored training, and the DHU Academy, you'll have the tools and the encouragement to explore new skills and opportunities, take the next step, and make an impact. From leadership programmes and apprenticeships to essential role‑specific training, development is part of how we work and shape healthcare together.

A culture where differences matter.

We believe that when everyone feels valued, respected and supported, they can do their best work. We're proud to reflect the rich diversity of the communities we serve, welcoming colleagues from all backgrounds. We are committed to supporting the Armed Forces community and, as a Disability Confident Employer, we welcome candidates to share any support or reasonable adjustments they may need during the recruitment process. For more information on how DHU can support you, please click here.

Attached documents

• Rota Pattern - Oadby HCA.docx
• Health Care Assistant LUTC JD.docx