Healthcare Assistant Jersey

NHS; Uxbridge; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent health care provider in Uxbridge is seeking a dedicated Band 3 Health Care Support Worker to join Jersey Ward. The role involves providing compassionate patient care under nursing supervision in a dynamic surgical environment. Ideal candidates will have relevant experience and a commitment to maintaining patient dignity and safety. The position offers a salary range of £29,651 to £31,312 annually and is a full-time permanent role.

Qualifications

• Experience in providing compassionate patient care.
• Ability to maintain patient dignity and safety.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care to patients in a safe environment.
• Maintain patient privacy and dignity at all times.
• Develop relationships with patients and caregivers.

Skills

Experience working in a General Surgical or Orthopaedic ward

Experience of direct patient care in a healthcare environment

Evidence of working with older adults

Evidence of working with patients with Dementia

Education

English/Maths

NVQ 2

Job description

Job Summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join Jersey Ward as a Band 3 Health Care Support Worker. We provide care for urology, general surgery, colorectal surgery, both elective and non‑elective, gynaecology and orthopaedic.

We are seeking enthusiastic, caring, and experienced individuals who would enjoy the challenge of working as a Health Care Support Worker. The post holder will provide patient‑centred and compassionate care and will work as a member of a team that delivers clinical care under the supervision of registered nursing staff.

Main Duties

The post holder will be responsible for ensuring that patients are cared for in a safe environment and that their privacy and dignity is maintained at all times. You will be required to provide direct care and provide verbal and written reports, as well as to actively develop a relationship with patients and carers to ensure a positive experience for all.

About Us

The Hillingdon Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is the only acute Hospital in the London Borough of Hillingdon and offers a wide range of services including accident and emergency, inpatient care, day surgery, outpatient clinics and maternity services. The Trust's services at Mount Vernon Hospital include routine day surgery, delivered at a modern treatment centre, a minor injuries unit and outpatient clinics.

The safety and well‑being of our patients and of our staff is paramount and we are making urgent improvements to address this – particularly in infection prevention and control. We are making progress and going forward by working in partnership with local GPs, charities, community services, academic partners, our local authority, neighbouring hospitals and the wider North West London Integrated care system, and ensuring that we listen and work in partnership with our local population.

We are absolutely focused on ensuring that our hospitals provide high quality, safe and compassionate care, while drive forward the building of the new Hillingdon Hospital.

We have over 3,500 members of staff that are proud to care for nearly half a million people, with a vision to be an outstanding provider of healthcare through leading health and academic partnerships, transforming services, to provide the best care where needed.

Details

Date posted: 25 November 2025

Pay Scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£29,651 to £31,312 a year per annum/incl HCAS

Contract

Permanent

Working Pattern

Full‑time

Reference Number

394‑HCAJ‑251125

Job Locations

Jersey Ward Hillingdon Hospital

Pield Heath Road

Uxbridge

UB8 3NN

Job Description

Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for a full list of role requirements and main responsibilities.

Person Specification

Essential Criteria

• English/Maths
• Experience working in a General Surgical or Orthopaedic ward
• Experience of direct patient care in a healthcare environment

Desirable Criteria

• NVQ 2
• Evidence of working with older adults
• Evidence of working with patients with Dementia

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer Details

Employer name: The Hillingdon Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address: Jersey Ward Hillingdon Hospital, Pield Heath Road, Uxbridge, UB8 3NN

Employer's website: https://www.thh.nhs.uk/index.php