Healthcare Assistant

Practice Plus Group Holdings Limited; Lowton Common; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare service provider is seeking a Healthcare Assistant to join the Primary Care team at HMP Risley in the UK. This full-time role involves delivering outstanding care to patients in a secure setting. The ideal candidate holds an NVQ Level 2/3 in Health & Social Care and has experience in a healthcare environment. The company offers a competitive salary, training opportunities, and multiple employee benefits including annual leave and wellness programs.

Benefits

Annual salary of £25,557 – £29,723

Company pension scheme

25 days annual leave plus public holidays

Access to training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Hold a NVQ Level 2 / 3 qualification in Health & Social Care, or equivalent.
• Have experience within a healthcare setting – hospital, community or secure setting.
• Maintain a non‑judgmental and compassionate approach.

Responsibilities

• Ensure continuity of care for all patients and deliver outstanding care at all times.
• Work across all areas of care, including inpatients and clinics.
• Respond to emergency situations as needed.

Skills

Compassionate approach

Experience in healthcare setting

Teamwork

Education

NVQ Level 2 / 3 in Health & Social Care

Job description

Overview

We have an exciting opportunity for a Healthcare Assistant to join the Primary Care team at HMP Risley, a category C prison located in the Risley area of Warrington. This is a crucial role within the healthcare team, making a real difference to patients and delivering outstanding care. HMP Risley has an operational capacity of around 1100 inmates and is a 20‑minute drive from Warrington and 30 minutes from Wigan.

Hours & Staffing

This is a full‑time role, working an average of 37.5 hours per week, between 20:30 – 07:30. Flexible shifts are available: 7 nights on / 7 nights off or split over a two‑week period, e.g. 4 on / 3 off / 3 on / 4 off.

Responsibilities

• Ensure continuity of care for all patients and deliver outstanding care at all times.
• Work across all areas of care, including inpatients, clinics, primary care, health promotion, and bloods.
• Respond to emergency situations as needed.
• Work holistically with patients and other healthcare staff, including nurses, nursing associates, and pharmacy.
• Deliver personalised, non‑judgmental care based on patient feedback.
• Contribute to and implement care packages, assist with health promotion, wellbeing and clinics.

Qualifications & Experience

• Hold a NVQ Level 2 / 3 qualification in Health & Social Care, or equivalent.
• Have experience within a healthcare setting – hospital, community or secure setting.
• Experience in primary care or inpatients is a bonus.
• Maintain a non‑judgemental and compassionate approach.

Benefits & Development

• Annual salary: £25,557 – £29,723 per annum, depending on experience.
• Bespoke induction, including Introducing Health in Justice training.
• Competency framework and regional/national career development opportunities.
• Access to our Learning Management System, skills academy and CPD training.
• Company pension scheme.
• 25 days annual leave (increasing with service up to 28 days) plus public bank holidays.
• Extensive wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including discounts on shopping and leisure activities.
• 24/7 employee assistance helpline and financial assistance.

Legal & EEO

All qualified applicants are welcomed and will be treated fairly regardless of race, colour, sex, sexual orientation, religion, or belief, disability, or any other protected characteristic. Candidates must have the legal right to work in the UK.