Healthcare Assistant Band 3 | Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health services provider in Liverpool is seeking experienced Healthcare Assistants for Ward 10, an acute gastroenterology ward. The role requires providing high standards of care while assisting with clinical duties under the supervision of registered nurses. Successful candidates should be motivated and possess strong interpersonal skills. The job involves working on a flexible rota to ensure 24-hour care.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Healthcare Assistant or in a similar role.
• Desire to maintain high standards of care.

Responsibilities

• Perform tasks under the supervision of registered nurses.
• Assist in monitoring patients' health.
• Document care accurately.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to work under pressure

Motivation

Job description

Ward 10 - Healthcare Assistant (Band 3)

Ward 10, an acute gastroenterology ward with 26 beds at Aintree University Hospital, is seeking experienced Band 3 Healthcare Assistants to join our team.

The successful candidates should be highly motivated, possess good interpersonal skills, and be able to work under pressure within a team. A strong desire to maintain high standards of care is essential.

The role involves undertaking tasks delegated by a registered nurse and assisting with clinical duties. Training will be provided to develop necessary skills.

This position requires participation in a flexible rota to provide 24-hour care, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Perform as a Co-Worker under supervision of qualified staff.
2. Deliver planned care to service users as identified by the professional in charge.
3. Assist in monitoring patients' health (training provided), including blood pressure, pulse, temperature, respiration, weight, and drug/alcohol screening.
4. Support senior staff in planning and delivering therapeutic and social activities.
5. Participate in initial assessments and planning of interventions, considering patients' physical, psychological, and social needs.
6. Provide individualized care under supervision, supporting patients' physical, psychological, and social well-being.
7. Document care accurately and ensure records are stored per policy.
8. Observe and report any changes in patients' physical or mental health.
9. Support management of patients exhibiting challenging behaviour.

For full duties, please refer to the attached job description.

About Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust:

Comprising Aintree University Hospital, Broadgreen Hospital, and Royal Liverpool University Hospital, part of the NHS University Hospitals of Liverpool Group, formed on 1 Nov 2024.

The group employs over 16,800 staff dedicated to caring for the community of Merseyside and beyond, providing a range of hospital services, including regional specialist services and emergency care.

For roles at Liverpool Women’s Hospital, please visit their careers page.

This advert closes on Monday, 4 August 2025.