Healthcare Assistant - Medicine

NHS; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare provider is looking for committed individuals to join their team at The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital. This role involves providing essential support to patients, including monitoring health and assisting with hygiene needs. Ideal candidates should have a GCSE in Maths and English and experience in clinical care. Join a dedicated team focused on community health and development opportunities.

Benefits

Flexible work patterns

Career progression

Blue Light discounts

Generous annual leave

Qualifications

• Sufficient experience in a hospital environment.
• Willingness to work towards diploma qualification.

Responsibilities

• Monitor patients and perform basic health checks.
• Provide support for patients' hygiene needs.
• Assist with patients' elimination needs.

Skills

Understanding of clinical care

Excellent communication skills

Education

GCSE in Maths and English grade 3-1

Level 2 Diploma in clinical Healthcare support

Job description

Job summary

Please note this role is not eligible for sponsorship

We are looking to recruit passionate and committed individuals to our Medicine Division at The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital. We have permanent full and part time positions available.

We are currently recruiting for the following areas:

• Ward 25 Medicine - Shrewsbury
• Ward 36 Medicine - Telford
• Frailty Unit - Telford

We will offer a comprehensive induction programme that will fully prepare you for the role and you will be working in a stimulating and supportive working environment with opportunities for learning and development.

Main duties of the job

• To work on a flexible basis to support ward/department teams throughout the Trust delivering care.
• Monitoring patients and performing basic health checks
• Serving meals and helping to feed patients
• Provide support to patients to maintain their hygiene needs. This may include actions such as:
  • Bathing/washing
  • Care of mouth, hair, nails and eyes
• Provide support to maintain their elimination needs. This may include actions such as:
  • Encouraging continence
  • Emptying urinary catheter bags
  • Mobilising to toilet or use of commode or bedpan
  • Maintaining hygiene needs after episodes of incontinence

About us

As the largest employer within Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin, joining the NHS is much more than just another job.

Benefits of joining us include:

• Flexible work patterns with the option to add extra hours
• Career progression, including annual personal development reviews
• Apprenticeship opportunities
• Competitive and transparent pay structure
• Blue Light discounts
• Generous annual leave and maternity/paternity leave

Our vision, 'To provide excellent care for the communities we serve,' is not just a statement; it's a promise we live by every day. Guided by our core Values - Partnering, Ambitious, Caring, and Trusted - we're determined to make a real difference in the lives of those who matter most: our patients and their families.

If you're ready to be part of a team that's dedicated to continuous improvement, come join us and let's make a difference together!

Details

Date posted: 03 October 2025

Pay scheme: Agenda for change

Band: Band 2

Salary: £24,465 a year per annum

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time

Reference number: 223-HCA-001-A

Job locations: The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital, Shrewsbury, SY3 8XQ

Person Specification

Qualifications Essential:

• GCSE in Maths and English grade 3-1 ( D-G) Functional Skills L1 or higher

Desirable:

• GCSE in Maths and English grade 9-4 ( A - C) Functional Skills L2 or higher
• Level 2 Diploma in clinical Healthcare support NVQ Level 2 in Care or demonstrate a commitment to work towards the diploma qualification

Experience Essential:

• Sufficient experience to demonstrate a good understanding of clinical care in a hospital environment

Desirable:

• Previous hospital experience

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 Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust

Address: The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital, Shrewsbury, SY3 8XQ