Healthcare Assistant Development Pathway (Band 2–3)

University Hospitals Of Leicester Nhs Trust; Leicester; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust is offering a Band 2 Healthcare Assistant Development post. The role provides a 6-month development pathway from Band 2 to Band 3, with training and competency progression under supervision.

Applicants must be 18+, bring Maths and English qualifications, and have the right to work in the UK. The position supports wards with patient care and coordination under registered practitioners, with emphasis on safety, privacy, and effective communication.

Qualifications

• Functional Skills Level 1 in Maths and English required.
• Must be 18+ years old and eligible to work in the UK.
• Not an apprenticeship route; Band 2 to 3 development pathway with 6-month duration.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care to patients under supervision of a registered practitioner.
• Report changes in patient needs to the registered practitioner.
• Support ward/department team and participate in emergencies as required.
• Assist in area-specific clinical competencies and maintain confidentiality.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Patient care

Education

Functional Skills Level 1 Maths

Functional Skills Level 1 English

Job description

University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust is offering a Band 2 Healthcare Assistant Development post. The role provides a 6-month development pathway from Band 2 to Band 3, with training and competency progression under supervision.

Applicants must be 18+, bring Maths and English qualifications, and have the right to work in the UK. The position supports wards with patient care and coordination under registered practitioners, with emphasis on safety, privacy, and effective communication.