Healthcare Assistant - Theatres (Bank)

Circle Health Group Limited (Weekly Payroll); Bury St Edmunds; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical cover

Flexible working hours

Wellbeing support

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Circle Health Group’s St Edmunds Hospital in Bury St Edmunds is seeking a Healthcare Assistant for the Theatres team on a bank basis. The role covers hygiene, mobility support, nutrition, and basic observations, supporting safe patient care during busy periods.

Experience in care, good communication, and the ability to follow instructions are essential. NVQ2/3 in Health & Social Care is desirable. Private medical cover and flexible hours are offered along with career development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a care or health support role.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to follow instructions and raise concerns appropriately.
• Basic literacy, numeracy, and IT skills.
• Physically able to undertake duties including moving and handling tasks.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with personal hygiene, washing, dressing and mobility.
• Support eating, drinking and nutritional monitoring.
• Provide comfort and emotional support to patients and relatives.
• Record routine observations (BP, pulse, respiratory rate, temperature, SpO2, glucose).
• Support basic clinical procedures and wound care setup.
• Prepare and maintain clinical areas and equipment.
• Collaborate with nurses, doctors, therapists and admin teams.

Skills

Care experience

Communication skills

Follow instructions

Literacy/numeracy/IT basics

Physical fitness

Education

NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care

Job description

Healthcare Assistant - Theatres (Bank)

St Edmunds Hospital Bank Shifts Salary: Competitive

St Edmunds Hospital in Bury St Edmunds is part of Circle Health Group, Britain's leading provider of independent healthcare with a nationwide network of hospitals & clinics, performing more complex surgery than any other private healthcare provider in the country.

We have an opportunity for a Healthcare Assistant to join their team of staff in the Theatres department. This is a bank role working on an “as and when required” basis, you will be required to supplement staffing levels during busy periods and provide cover for existing staff in times of annual leave or absence.

Duties

• Assist patients with personal hygiene, washing, dressing, toileting, oral care, and mobility needs, respecting their preferences and dignity.
• Help patients with eating, drinking, and nutritional support, including documenting intake where appropriate.
• P Povide comfort and emotional support to patients and relatives, creating a caring and safe environment.
• Carry out and accurately record routine observations such as blood pressure, pulse, respiratory rate, temperature, oxygen saturation, and blood glucose levels (after appropriate training).
• Support basic clinical procedures, including wound care setup, assisting with catheter care, pressure area prevention, and mobility aids.
• Prepare and maintain clinical areas, including trolleys, beds, and equipment in readiness for patient use.
• Work collaboratively with nurses, doctors, therapists, and admin teams to support safe and efficient patient care

Applicants Should Meet the Following Criteria

• Previous experience in a care or health support role (hospital, care home, community, or domiciliary).
• Good communication and interpersonal skills with a caring, compassionate attitude.
• Ability to follow instructions and elevate concerns appropriately.
• Basic literacy, numeracy, and IT skills.
• Physically able to undertake duties including moving and handling tasks.
• NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent qualification) desirable.
• Knowledge of safeguarding, infection control, and confidentiality procedures.

Salary & Benefits

Circle Health Group offers a competitive hourly rate.

With private medical cover, flexible working hours, wellbeing support and career development opportunities, being just a few of the fantastic benefits on offer, we give our teams everything they need to thrive.

• private medical cover
• flexible working hours
• wellbeing support
• career development opportunities

About Circle Health Group

Our culture is a result of the way our people live and breathe our philosophy, which combines our purpose, principles and values. To find out more about the Circle Health Group Philosophy: https://careers.circlehealthgroup.co.uk/why-circle/our-philosophy

At Circle Health Group, we believe healthcare should be personal, accessible and outstanding. As the UK’s largest private hospital group, with over 50 locations nationwide, Circle Health Group bring world-class consultants, cutting edge facilities, and care without the wait. Your health, your choice – we make it happen.

We’re also passionate about out people. Together, we’re shaping the future of healthcare