Healthcare Assistant - Wards (Bank) - Circle Health Group

Circle Health Group; Bedford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Circle Health Group is seeking a Healthcare Assistant (Bank) for The Manor Hospital in Bedford. This role involves providing essential patient care and support on a flexible basis, ensuring a high standard of service during busy periods and staff absences. Candidates should have relevant experience and a compassionate attitude towards patient care.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a care or health support role.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Basic literacy, numeracy, and IT skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with personal hygiene and mobility needs.
• Provide comfort and emotional support to patients.
• Carry out routine observations and support clinical procedures.

Skills

Communication

Compassion

Interpersonal skills

Education

NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care

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Healthcare Assistant - Wards (Bank) - Circle Health Group

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Healthcare Assistant (Bank)

The Manor Hospital

Bank Shifts

Salary: £12.21 per hour

Overview

Healthcare Assistant (Bank)

The Manor Hospital

Bank Shifts

Salary: £12.21 per hour

The Manor Hospital in Bedford 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 Wards 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 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 escalate 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.

To find out more about the Circle Health Group Philosophy: https://careers.circlehealthgroup.co.uk/why-circle/our-philosophy”

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Part-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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