Senior Health Care Assistant Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust

ClarusVu Inc.; Manchester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a Senior Health Care Assistant for their Endoscopy Unit. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to deliver high-quality clinical services, supporting patients undergoing diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. Ideal candidates will possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, demonstrating a commitment to providing exceptional care. With a focus on teamwork and independence, this position allows you to make a significant impact in patient care while benefiting from flexible working arrangements and comprehensive support services. Join a diverse team dedicated to improving health outcomes in the community.

Benefits

Flexible working

Annual leave

NHS Pension

Free eye tests

Health checks

Gym discounts

Bicycle loan scheme

Salary sacrifice car scheme

Support services for stress

Support services for bereavement

Qualifications

• Motivated individuals committed to high standards of care.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Assess and document care for patients during endoscopy procedures.
• Support patient care during transitions between care settings.
• Handle non-routine activities and monitor patient progress.

Skills

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

Nursing Qualification

Job description

Senior Health Care Assistant

Band 3

Fixed term 9 months

25 hours per week

A fantastic opportunity has arisen in our Endoscopy Unit for a Senior Healthcare Assistant to join our team.

The Endoscopy Unit within the NHS Foundation Trust is JAG accredited. It features a 3-room Endoscopy unit providing diagnostic and therapeutic interventions to patients.

The primary focus of this role is to deliver high-quality clinical services related to procedures within the Endoscopy Unit. The post holder must be motivated, capable of working as part of a well-established team, and an excellent communicator who can support daily operations.

Applicants should possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills. We seek highly motivated individuals committed to delivering high standards of care and developing a portfolio of evidence in Endoscopy. Training will be provided.

In this role, you will assist qualified nursing staff and consultants in delivering quality clinical care to patients undergoing procedures within Endoscopy. You will work independently within defined limits and use your initiative, with remote supervision from senior staff.

Your responsibilities include:

1. Assessment, delivery, and documentation of care for patients during diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy procedures.
2. Supporting patient care during transitions between care settings.
3. Handling non-routine activities such as managing complications and monitoring progress.

You need to be highly organized, able to work independently, and an effective communicator to support the team in the day-to-day operations of the unit.

About Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust

We serve a community of 250,000 across Tameside & Glossop, providing a range of hospital and community services for all ages. Our vision is to improve health outcomes through collaboration with our partners.

Our Values & Behaviors

• Compassion
• Accountability
• Respect
• Excellence

We aim to make our workforce diverse and representative of our community, encouraging applications from all backgrounds, especially from underrepresented groups including Black, Asian & minority ethnic communities, LGBTQ+, and Disabled people.

Benefits

Flexible working, annual leave, NHS Pension, free eye tests, health checks, gym discounts, bicycle loan scheme, salary sacrifice car scheme, and support services for stress, bereavement, relationships, and finance.

The attached job description and person specification outline the main tasks, responsibilities, and qualifications required for this role. These documents can be downloaded from the page.

This advert closes on Monday 12 May 2025.