Healthcare Support Worker | East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust

East Kent Hospitals NHS Trust; Margate; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent hospital trust in England is seeking a compassionate Healthcare Assistant to support patient care in an acute medical ward. This role offers flexibility and opportunities to learn various specialties. Ideal candidates will be part of a dedicated team enhancing patient life quality with a focus on respect and care. Applications are open until 6 Oct 2025.

Qualifications

• Compassionate and caring nature required.
• Ability to work in a multi-skilled team environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients in managing their medical conditions.
• Provide support in various specialities within an acute medical ward.

Job description

Overview

As a multi-skilled team, we are working hard to help improve patient’s lives and help them to deal with their medical conditions with pride and without fear. We can offer you a rewarding, flexible and supportive role with great opportunities to learn a range of skills and work towards higher personal goals, if this is your desire.

We are offering a Healthcare Assistant position with opportunities to learn within the various specialities, as well as general medicine, while working on an acute medical ward.

About the employer

We are one of the largest hospital trusts in England, with five hospitals and community clinics serving a local population of around 695,000 people.

Our vision is 'great healthcare from great people'. Everything we do is guided by our values: ‘People feel cared for, safe, respected and confident that we are making a difference’.

We have a new way of working at East Kent Hospitals, called ‘We care’. It’s about empowering front line staff to lead improvements day-to-day. We’re looking for compassionate people to be part of our improvement journey for the patients, families and carers we care for every day.

Application details

Please access the full Job Description and Person Specification located in supporting documents.

This advert closes on Monday 6 Oct 2025.