Healthcare Assistant | Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust; Isleworth; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS healthcare provider in England is seeking a dedicated individual for a role within the Paediatric Outpatient Ward. The successful candidate will engage in various clinical tasks and responsibilities while working collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team. The role offers opportunities to significantly positively impact patient care and emphasizes autonomy and teamwork. Flexible working arrangements may be accommodated, enhancing work-life balance. Apply before the closing date, Monday 22 Dec 2025.

Responsibilities

• Proactively participate in planning and evaluation of patient care as part of the multidisciplinary team.
• Deliver care according to departmental policies and protocols.
• Ensure child protection and safeguarding issues are addressed promptly.
• Work autonomously and with others to provide high standards of care.
• Communicate according to Trust values at all times.

Job description

The post holder works under indirect supervision of the Paediatric Outpatient Ward Manager and undertakes tasks and duties delegated by team leader or a suitably qualified, regulated professional. They will work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team to meet the needs of patients, following policy and procedures while providing supervision to more junior staff across paediatrics.

Responsibilities

• Pro‑actively participate in the planning, assessment, implementation and evaluation of patient care as part of the multidisciplinary team throughout the patient pathway using research‑based practice.
• Deliver care in accordance with the Trust’s and paediatric departments policies and protocols; be aware of the organisational and nursing strategy.
• Ensure child protection and safeguarding issues are acted upon promptly and appropriately.
• Work autonomously and with others to always deliver high standards of care to patients and their carers, autonomously and as part of a team.
• Communicate in accordance with Trust values to patients, carers and staff at all times.

Clinical Tasks

• Patient observations including blood pressure, oxygen saturations, heart rate, respirations, temperature, pain score, NEWS score & escalation.
• Peripheral cannula removal.
• Swabbing to include MRSA, FLU, COVID.
• Obtain samples including urine dip, from a catheter, MSU and faeces, sputum.
• Blood glucose and ketone testing.
• ECG recording.
• Observe wounds and change simple dressings using aseptic/non‑touch technique.
• Skin assessment.
• Urinalysis and pregnancy testing.
• Undertake quality assurance checks of machines used for point‑of‑care testing.
• Prioritise workload and organise and carry out work that promotes quality.

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of England’s top‑performing and safest trusts. We operate two main acute hospital sites—Chelsea and Westminster Hospital and West Middlesex University Hospital—along with award‑winning clinics across North West London. Our nearly 7,500 staff care for a diverse population of 1.5 million, providing full clinical services, including maternity, A&E, and children’s services, plus specialist HIV and sexual health clinics. The Care Quality Commission rates us “Good” in safety, effectiveness, care, and responsiveness, and “Outstanding” in leadership and resource use.

We continuously invest in our facilities, including a £30m expansion of critical care at Chelsea and Westminster and an £80m Ambulatory Diagnostic Centre at West Middlesex.

We welcome applications for flexible working arrangements, accommodating requests where possible to support our staff and patient needs.

The Trust is committed to equality and welcomes applications from all, regardless of background. Adjustments can be made for disabled candidates. Early application is advised as vacancies may close once sufficient applications are received. If you haven’t heard from us within three weeks of the closing date, your application was likely unsuccessful. Employment is subject to a six‑month probationary period.

Some roles may require weekend shifts at multiple sites.

This advert closes on Monday 22 Dec 2025.