NHS Healthcare Assistant — Caring Support Hero

Southend University Hospital NHS Trust; Basildon; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Southend University Hospital NHS Trust is seeking a Healthcare Assistant to join the Burstead Respiratory team. You will support nursing staff with daily patient care on a busy ward, providing practical and emotional support to patients and their families.

No previous healthcare experience is required as training will be provided. The role offers learning opportunities, a welcoming NHS environment, and a clear pathway to develop skills on a busy respiratory unit.

Qualifications

• No prior healthcare experience required; training provided.
• Ability to work in a busy clinical environment.
• Caring, kind, and patient-focused with good communication.

Responsibilities

• Assisting patients with personal care, including washing, dressing, and toileting
• Supporting patients with mobility and helping them move safely and comfortably
• Serving meals and assisting patients with eating and drinking
• Making and changing beds, ensuring a clean and comfortable environment
• Engaging with patients and their families, offering reassurance and support
• Monitoring and reporting changes in a patient’s condition to the nursing team

Skills

Caring

Patient-focused

Team player

Good communication

Compassionate

Job description

Southend University Hospital NHS Trust is seeking a Healthcare Assistant to join the Burstead Respiratory team. You will support nursing staff with daily patient care on a busy ward, providing practical and emotional support to patients and their families.

No previous healthcare experience is required as training will be provided. The role offers learning opportunities, a welcoming NHS environment, and a clear pathway to develop skills on a busy respiratory unit.