Healthcare Assistant- PICU | St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

st georges nhs trust; Greater London; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in the UK is looking for Healthcare Assistants to join their team in providing high-quality patient care. You will work closely with trained nurses in the Paediatric Intensive Care Unit and will support a multi-disciplinary team. No prior experience is required as you will receive training to develop your skills. This position is perfect for energetic, caring candidates who are eager to make a difference in a busy environment. Apply before the closing date of 8 Dec 2025.

Qualifications

• No previous experience or qualifications are required; training will be provided.
• Must have a kind, caring, compassionate, and professional attitude.
• The ability to manage mundane duties with enthusiasm is essential.

Responsibilities

• Support trained nurses in the Paediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU).
• Participate in delivering high-quality patient care.
• Work under supervision of qualified nursing staff.

Skills

Good communication skills

Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team

Energetic and enthusiastic demeanor

Job description

• Working under the supervision of the qualified nursing staff, the HCA will participate and support the members of the multi-disciplinary team in delivering high quality patient care.
• If you are looking to work in a friendly supportive environment, thrive on a challenge and want to make a difference why not apply for one of our Healthcare Assistant Posts.
• You will support our trained nurses in Paediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) and Paediatric Step Down Unit (PSDU).
• We are a national centre of excellence in many specialised areas including trauma, neurology, cardiac, cancer, renal transplantation and stroke.
• The role would suit a candidate who is energetic whilst still able to face the challenges of mundane duties with enthusiasm and commitment.
• You should possess good communication skills and the ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
• A kind, caring, compassionate and professional attitude is essential along with being able to work in a busy environment.
• No previous experience or qualifications are required as we will provide support and training to assist you in developing your skills.
• Only shortlisted applicants will be invited to attend a face to face interview.
• Please note that this vacancy may close before the advertised closing date if sufficient suitable applications are received.

St George’s, Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals and Health Group cares for a population of four million people in South West London and North East Surrey. Our sites include St George’s Hospital, one of 11 major trauma centres in the UK and the largest healthcare provider and major teaching hospital in the area; St Helier Hospital, home to the South West Thames Renal and Transplantation Unit and Queen Mary’s Hospital for Children; and Epsom Hospital, home to the South West London Elective Orthopaedic Centre (SWLEOC).

After years of collaboration, our two Trusts became a hospitals group in 2021. While remaining as two separate Trusts, being a hospitals group will help us to collaborate more closely on research, and the development, education, and training of our 17,000‑strong workforce.

Please see the attached supporting document which contains more information about the proposed role.

This advert closes on Monday 8 Dec 2025