Healthcare Assistant (HCA) – ENT Ward

sjkhealthcare; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

SJK Healthcare Limited in Glasgow is seeking compassionate Healthcare Assistants (HCA) for their ENT Ward. This temporary role involves supporting patients recovering from various ENT procedures.

Successful candidates will assist with observing and ensuring patient comfort, as well as maintaining a safe environment. Candidates must have experience in NHS settings, be confident with observations, and hold a valid Enhanced PVG.

Qualifications

• Experience in a fast-paced surgical/ENT environment is preferred.
• Enhanced PVG and up-to-date mandatory training required.

Responsibilities

• Support pre- and post-operative ENT patients.
• Perform observations and assist with patient comfort.
• Maintain a clean and safe environment.

Skills

HCA experience in NHS (UK) hospitals

Confident with observations

Caring and proactive

Job description

# Healthcare Assistant (HCA) – ENT Ward at SJK Healthcare Limited## ** Healthcare Assistant (HCA) – ENT Ward****Location:** NHS Hospital / ENT Inpatient or Day‐Case Ward Glasgow **Type:** Temporary **Band:** 2–3SJK Healthcare is looking for experienced and compassionate Healthcare Assistants to join busy ENT wards, supporting patients recovering from tonsillectomies, nasal surgery, ear procedures, and tracheostomy care.### ** Key Responsibilities*** Support pre‐ and post‐operative ENT patients* Perform observations (NEWS2), fluid balance & escalation* Assist with airway safety (bleeding, stridor, tracheostomy support under supervision)* Provide personal care, mobility support & patient comfort* Maintain a clean, safe environment & follow strict IPC* Assist with admissions, discharges & documentation### ** Requirements*** HCA experience in NHS (UK) hospitals* Confident with observations & patient support* Enhanced PVG + up‐to‐date mandatory training### ** Ideal Candidate**Caring, observant, proactive, and comfortable working in a fast‐paced surgical/ENT environment.