Senior HCA

Ramsay Health Care; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare provider as a Senior Healthcare Assistant in Chelmsford. You will be part of a dedicated team in a busy Radiology Department, where your skills and compassion will make a real difference in patients' lives. This role offers the chance to develop professionally while ensuring the highest quality of care in a supportive environment. With a strong commitment to staff development, a variety of benefits, and a culture that values every team member, this position is perfect for those looking to grow in their healthcare career.

Benefits

25 Days Leave + Bank Holidays

Private Pension with matching

Flexible shift patterns

Enhanced Parental Leave Policies

Private Medical Cover

Life Assurance

Free Training and Development

Free Parking

Subsidised staff restaurant

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care is essential.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate care to patients in the Radiology Department.
• Support colleagues in delivering high-quality clinical outcomes.

Skills

NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care

Good written and verbal communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Flexibility in duties and hours

Motivated individual

Education

NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care

Job description

Radiology, Springfield Hospital, Chelmsford

FT 37.5hrs

The role

We’re looking for a passionate Senior Healthcare Assistant to join our Radiology Department. Putting patients first, you’ll be given time to care for each person as a unique individual.

Our Radiology Department is busy, and colleagues will rely on your support. Together, you’ll deliver the highest quality clinical outcomes in a supported environment. You’ll be valued for your skills and expertise and given lots of opportunity to develop because at Ramsay Health Care UK, we know our people are our most important asset.

Where you’ll be based

Springfield Hospital, Chelmsford

What you’ll bring with you

• NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care (please delete if not applicable)
• Ability to work under pressure to tight deadlines
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Highly motivated individual
• Enjoy working in constantly and rapidly changing environments
• Flexible approach to duties and hours

Benefits

• 25 Days Leave + Bank Holidays
• Private Pension with Ramsay matching up to 5% after a qualifying period
• Flexible shift patterns where possible
• Enhanced Parental Leave Policies
• Private Medical Cover with options for partners & dependants
• Life Assurance (Death in Service) x3 base salary
• Free Training and Development via the Ramsay Academy
• Free Parking on site (where possible)
• Subsidised staff restaurant (where possible)
• Concerts for Carers
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle2Work scheme in partnership with Halfords
• The Blue Light Card Scheme

About us

We’re Ramsay Health Care UK. With 35 hospitals, 7,600 staff, and 200,000 patients treated annually, we’re one of the leading independent healthcare providers in England. We offer a wide range of clinical services, including surgery, cancer care, diagnostic services, and physiotherapy. Our facilities are highly rated by the CQC, and we pride ourselves on our high-quality staff and strong NHS partnerships.

As part of a global hospital group with over 50 years’ experience operating in 11 countries, our ethos is to care for people and make a difference. Our people are our most important asset, key to our success and growth.

We are committed to equality of opportunity and support the UK’s Armed Forces and Reservists. We have achieved the Silver Award in the MOD’s Armed Forces Covenant Employer Recognition Scheme. This position is subject to background and DBS checks.

It’s more than what we do; it’s who we are. Everything we do is about delivering the best care, a belief that remains true since our first patients in 1964.

“The Ramsay Way” culture recognises that our people are our most important asset, which has been key to our ongoing success.

We support the wider Armed Forces community, including staff and patients, and are committed to equality of opportunity for all.