Healthcare Assistant - Day Shifts

TN United Kingdom; Bishop Auckland; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking compassionate Healthcare Assistants to provide vital support to patients. This role offers flexible shifts across various wards, allowing you to make a real difference in people's lives. You will be part of a dedicated team, receiving comprehensive support and free training for your personal development. If you possess empathy, patience, and a caring nature, this is an opportunity to grow in a rewarding environment where your contributions are valued. Join us in making a positive impact on patient care and experience the fulfillment that comes from helping others.

Benefits

Free training for personal development

24/7 support

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• Empathy and understanding are essential for this role.
• Ability to remain calm in stressful situations is crucial.

Responsibilities

• Assist nurses with day-to-day care and monitor patients' conditions.
• Serve meals and help patients feel comfortable.

Skills

Empathy

Compassion

Attention to Detail

Active Listening

Quick Thinking

Patience

Job description

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02.05.2025

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16.06.2025

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Job Description:

Client Name: County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust

Shifts: Various DAY shifts to suit you (earlies, lates, long days)

Location: Bishops Auckland Hospital

* First sight of shifts across multiple NHS trusts with flexible working options to suit your lifestyle
* A dedicated consultant to support you every step of the way
* Hundreds of new shifts available every day so we can get you the right shift at the right time
* Free training for your own personal development
* 24/7/365 support - we're here when you need us
* Working flexible shifts on various wards, you will provide much-needed care and support to people when they are feeling unwell, vulnerable, and unsure. A significant reliance is placed on the vital care you will provide to ensure a patient's care experience is the very best it can be.

The very best Healthcare Assistants are individuals who show empathy, patience, consideration, passion, and dedication.

As a Healthcare Assistant, you will play an essential part in so many people's lives. This is a role where you can see the impact of your work daily, with the sense of achievement and satisfaction that comes with making a real difference.

As a Healthcare Assistant, you will have:

• Empathy and understanding
• Compassion and a caring nature
• A warm and friendly personality
• A passion for good conversation
• Quick thinking abilities
• Patience and the ability to remain calm in stressful situations
• Excellent attention to detail
• A systematic approach to tasks
• Excellent timekeeping
• The ability to work well and under pressure
• A flexible attitude
• A desire to improve and develop knowledge and skills
• Active listening skills

Main Duties/Responsibilities

As a HCA, your duties could include:

• Assisting nurses with day-to-day care
• Serving meals and helping to feed patients
• Helping patients to move around and feel more comfortable
• Monitoring patients' conditions by taking temperatures, pulse, respiration, and weight
• Keeping patient records accurate and up to date

You will need to pass an enhanced background check.
6 months recent NHS Hospital experience with direct patient supervision and experience taking patient vital signs
References that cover the last two years

So, if you can combine empathy and understanding with practical hands-on patient care, we want to hear from you. Apply today.