Healthcare Assistant – Wards

Circle Health Group; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 23,400 - 28,600; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday per year + bank holidays

Private Healthcare Scheme

Friends & Family Hospital Discounts

Family Friendly policies

Non-contributory life insurance

Employee recognition programmes

Industry-leading training and development opportunities

Job summary

Circle Health Group is looking for a part-time Healthcare Assistant at Ross Hall Hospital in Glasgow. You will assist patients with personal hygiene, provide emotional support, and document health observations. Ideal candidates will have prior experience in a care role and possess good communication skills. The position offers competitive salary, extensive benefits including private healthcare, and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Physically able to undertake duties including moving and handling tasks.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with personal hygiene, washing, dressing, and toileting.
• Help patients with eating and drinking, documenting intake where appropriate.
• Provide comfort and emotional support to patients and relatives.

Skills

Good communication and interpersonal skills

Caring and compassionate attitude

Basic IT skills

Ability to follow instructions

Ability to escalate concerns

Experience in a care or health support role

Education

NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care

Job description

Healthcare Assistant

Ross Hall Hospital, Glasgow

Part‑time – 24 hours a week, flexible shift pattern.

Salary: Up to £26,000.00 FTE per year (depending on level of experience, training and qualification).

Duties of this role include

• 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.
• Provide 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 set‑up, 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 escale 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

• 25 days holiday per year + bank holidays, increasing to 30 days with service.
• Private Healthcare Scheme for treatment at our hospitals, covering pre‑existing medical conditions.
• Friends & Family Hospital Discounts.
• Family Friendly policies, including enhanced Maternity, Paternity & Adoption pay.
• Non‑contributory life insurance.
• Staff engagement hub with access to discounts, extensive rewards and voluntary benefits.
• Access to resources, tools and services to support wellbeing.
• Employee recognition programmes.
• Industry‑leading training and development opportunities.