Healthcare Assistant - WARD ACU New Royal

NHS University Hospitals of Liverpool Group; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Liverpool is seeking Band 2 healthcare assistants to provide high standards of basic care for patients under the guidance of registered nurses. Successful candidates will demonstrate excellent communication skills and teamwork in a fast-paced environment. Roles are available on both a full-time and part-time basis, offering a salary of £24,465 per year, pro rata.

Qualifications

• Suitable work/life experience.
• Ability to communicate clearly in written & spoken word.
• Ability to develop effective interpersonal relationships with colleagues in the healthcare setting.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Ward/Department team in providing basic care for patients.
• Work under the supervision of a registered nurse.
• Maintain high standards of care in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Work ethic

Education

Willingness to undertake NVQ Level 2

Job description

Job Summary

Band 2 healthcare assistants will not be eligible for sponsorship as these roles will not meet the required skill level (RQF 3 or A level and above) despite salary increase.

Main duties of the job

Under the supervision and direction of a registered nurse, assisting the Ward/Department team in providing the highest possible standard of basic care for patients and their families/carer. An exciting opportunity has arisen on the Acute Cardiac Unit (ACU), a 16‑bed unit caring for patients with cardiology needs.

The successful applicants will be enthusiastic and hardworking, have excellent communication skills, be able to work as part of a team, possess a good work ethic and be able to work in a fast‑paced environment.

• This vacancy will close once sufficient applications have been received, so please apply soon if interested.

About Us

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust comprises Aintree, Broadgreen and Royal Liverpool University Hospitals and is part of the NHS University Hospitals of Liverpool Group. UHLG is one of the largest employers in the region with over 16,800 colleagues dedicated to caring for our communities.

Details

• Date posted: 11 November 2025
• Pay scheme: Agenda for change
• Band: Band 2
• Salary: £24,465 a year, pro rata
• Contract: Permanent
• Working pattern: Full‑time, Part‑time
• Reference number: 287‑RMED‑437‑25
• Job locations: The Royal Liverpool Hospital, Mount Vernon Street, Liverpool, L7 8YE

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the detailed job description and main responsibilities for this vacancy within the job description attached.

Person Specification

Essential

• Suitable work/life experience
• Demonstrates a willingness and capability to undertake NVQ Level 2
• Ability to develop effective interpersonal relationships with colleagues in the Healthcare setting
• Ability to communicate clearly in written & spoken word

Desirable

• Previous experience in a caring role
• Basic computer skills

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a DBS check.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

Employer details

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
the Royal Liverpool Hospital
Mount Vernon Street
Liverpool
L7 8YE
The employer’s website: https://www.liverpoolft.nhs.uk/