Healthcare Assistant

Priory Group; Manchester; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Priory Hospital Altrincham in South Manchester is recruiting a Healthcare Assistant to join a compassionate team focused on patient wellbeing. You will assist with routine care tasks, support nurses, and help implement personalised care plans in a safe ward environment.

The role is full-time (38.5 hours per week) with a salary of £27,000 per annum. Prior experience in healthcare or care environments is beneficial, and a caring, patient-centered approach is essential.

Qualifications

• Good communication, listening and observational skills.
• Understanding of confidentiality and the importance of maintaining accurate records.
• Basic IT literacy and ability to follow care plans and instructions.

Responsibilities

• Assist qualified staff with assessment and implementation of patient care plans.
• Support Registered Nurses in delivering individualised patient care.
• Assist patients with personal care including dressing, bathing and toileting.
• Monitor patients’ wellbeing and maintain accurate records.
• Carry out delegated patient care interventions and support de-escalation as trained.
• Work with the multidisciplinary team to maintain a safe ward environment.

Skills

Communication skills

Observation skills

Confidentiality

IT literacy

Education

NVQ Level 1/GCSE Maths & English

Job description

Salary: £27,000 per annum

Hours: Full Time - 38.5 hours per week

Location: Altrincham

Priory Hospital Altrincham has an opportunity for a Healthcare Assistant to join our team. Located in South Manchester, Priory Hospital Altrincham is set within a beautiful Grade II listed building, providing the perfect setting for you to focus on your recovery.

You will be part of a compassionate team who are committed to our patients wellbeing. We take a personalised approach, using proven therapies to help people move forward with confidence and build a healthier, more fulfilling future.

You will play a key part in their recovery.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist qualified staff with the assessment and implementation of individual patient care plans, undertaking routine tasks and activities as directed or delegated to facilitate wellbeing, dignity and treatment of patients.
• Support Registered Nurses in delivering individualised patient care in line with care plans, promoting patients’ wellbeing, dignity and independence.
• Assist patients with personal care, including dressing, bathing and toileting, ensuring their comfort, privacy and safety.
• Monitor patients’ physical, mental and emotional wellbeing, reporting any concerns or changes to the nursing team and maintaining accurate records.
• Carry out delegated patient care interventions, including observation and engagement, escorting patients on leave, and supporting de‑escalation in line with training and competencies.
• Work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team to maintain a safe, clean and supportive ward environment, following infection control, confidentiality and safeguarding procedures.

You can find additional information in the attached job description.

Essential for the role

• A minimum of NVQ Level 1 or GCSEs in Mathematics and English.
• Good communication, listening and observational skills.
• An understanding of confidentiality and the importance of maintaining accurate records.
• Basic IT literacy and the ability to follow care plans and instructions.
• A caring, compassionate and supportive approach to patient care.

The following experience would be beneficial

• Previous experience working in a healthcare, hospital or care environment.
• Experience supporting individuals with mental health needs or learning disabilities.
• Experience providing personal care and supporting patients with daily living activities.
• Experience monitoring patients’ wellbeing and reporting concerns to clinical staff.
• Experience working as part of a multidisciplinary team.