Healthcare Assistant - Wards (Bank)

Circle Health Group Limited – Monthly; Bath; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Bank shifts

Competitive hourly rate

Job summary

Bath Clinic, part of Circle Health Group, is seeking a Healthcare Assistant for Ward bank shifts. You will assist with patient care on Surgical Wards and support busy periods as needed at Bath Clinic.

The role is a bank, on-site position requiring caring, reliable individuals with good communication skills and the ability to work flexibly across shifts.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a care or health support role is desirable.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills with a caring attitude.
• Ability to follow instructions and escalate concerns appropriately.
• Basic literacy, numeracy and IT skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with personal hygiene, washing, dressing, toileting, oral care and mobility needs.
• Help patients with eating, drinking and nutritional support; document intake.
• Provide comfort and emotional support to patients and relatives.
• Record routine observations (BP, pulse, resp rate, temp, SpO2, glucose) after training.
• Support basic clinical procedures (wound care setup, catheter care, pressure area prevention).
• Prepare and maintain clinical areas, trolleys, beds and equipment.
• Work with nurses, doctors, therapists and admin teams to support patient care.

Skills

Care experience

Communication skills

Following instructions

Education

NVQ Health & Social Care (Level 2/3)

Job description

Healthcare Assistant - Wards (Bank)

Bath Clinic

Bank Shifts

Salary: £12.71 per hour

Bath Clinic 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 Surgical Wards.

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 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 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 escalation 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.

"Our culture is a result of the way our people live and breathe our philosophy, which combines our purpose, principles and values.

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