Healthcare Assistant - Frailty SDEC | The Queen Elizabeth Hospital King's Lynn NHS Foundation Trust

Queen Elizabeth Hospital King's Lynn; King's Lynn and West Norfolk; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent healthcare facility in King's Lynn is seeking a Healthcare Assistant to join the Frailty Same Day Emergency Care department. As part of the team, you'll provide high-quality care with a focus on patient comfort. Flexibility and a commitment to teamwork are essential. Training will be provided to support new staff in this role. The position will close on September 10, 2025.

Benefits

Training and career development

Comprehensive induction programme

Positive team spirit

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a care environment or the NHS is desirable but not essential.
• Willing to undertake further training and mandatory updates.

Responsibilities

• Work under delegation and supervision of a Registered Nurse.
• Support the delivery of high quality care and patient experience.
• Adapt to meet changing needs of the unit.

Skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Flexibility and adaptability

Ability to work as part of a team

Job description

Overview

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Healthcare Assistant to join the Frailty Same Day Emergency Care department at Queen Elizabeth Hospital King’s Lynn. You will be a valued member of our team, focusing on keeping patients at the centre of all we do and providing high quality care. We are looking for individuals who uphold our trust values to contribute to making patients feel comfortable and well cared for during their stay. You will need to be flexible and adaptable to meet the changing needs of the unit environment. Our aim is to provide patients with the highest quality of personal care and support while they are in hospital.

Responsibilities

• Work under delegation and supervision of a Registered Nurse.
• Support the delivery of high quality care and patient experience.
• Be flexible and adaptable to meet changing needs of the unit environment.

Qualifications and Skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrate flexibility and the ability to work as part of a team as well as make decisions autonomously.
• Be willing to undertake further training and mandatory updates as deemed necessary.
• Previous experience of working within a care environment or the NHS is desirable but not essential, as you will be supported whilst learning the role.

Training and Induction

• Attend the GROW Programme (QEHKL enhanced induction programme), including mandatory training for clinical staff and the Caring with Kindness programme, with practical sessions to practice new skills before starting the role.
• Comprehensive induction programme and support to complete the Care Certificate.

Additional Information

There is a high volume of applications for some posts, and the post may close before the displayed closing date. We recommend applying as soon as possible.

We are currently looking for enthusiastic and motivated Health Care Support Workers to join our teams and support them in providing effective care in a safe and therapeutic environment. Vacancies exist across the Trust in various areas.

About The Queen Elizabeth Hospital (QEH)

We are building a new state-of-the-art hospital to open in 2030 and are undertaking significant digital transformation, including a new electronic patient record (EPR) to replace paper-based records from 2026, aiming for better, safer, joined-up care at The Queen Elizabeth Hospital and beyond. The QEH provides a comprehensive range of specialist, acute, obstetrics and community-based services to around 331,000 people across west and north Norfolk, North Cambs and South Lincs. We uphold values of kindness, wellness and fairness and strive for continuous quality improvement.

We recognise and reward our 4,000 staff and volunteers, with a community atmosphere and positive team spirit. We have approximately 530 beds across 33 wards, modern facilities, and opportunities for learning and apprenticeships. The advert closes on Wednesday 10 Sep 2025.