Senior Healthcare Assistant

James Paget University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Great Yarmouth; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Great Yarmouth is looking for a Healthcare Assistant to join their team. The role involves providing high-quality patient care and supporting ongoing learning and development. Ideal candidates will have experience in acute settings and embody a positive, proactive attitude. We are dedicated to creating an environment where your contributions matter.

Benefits

Supportive team

Opportunities for development

Valued contributions

Qualifications

• Experience in an acute or emergency hospital setting is preferred.
• Able to notice and act on tasks that need doing.
• Commitment to learning and development.
• Supportive and respectful attitude.
• Focus on delivering excellent care.

Skills

Proven experience as an HCA

Proactive attitude

Interest in ongoing learning

Team player

Reliable and focused on care

Job description

Overview

Working within Cardiology at the James Paget Hospital is rewarding and deeply team-driven. Guided by our Trust values, we collaborate to provide the best care, hold ourselves accountable, and treat every patient and colleague with respect. We empower staff to speak up, improve, and grow, supported by our in-house education team. Learning and development are part of our culture.

You'll be part of a supportive, values-led team committed to delivering safe, high quality care. We welcome individuals who are hard working, kind and eager to learn. Our dedicated education team offers ongoing training and development to help you grow. If you thrive under pressure, take pride in your work, we'd love to hear from you.

Applications are welcome from individuals who may not meet all of the desired experience criteria. In such cases, candidates may be appointed to a band 2 position, with the opportunity for progression upon successful completion of additional skills training.

IF YOU REQUIRE SPONSORSHIP THEN PLEASE DO NOT APPLY, AS WE DO NOT OFFER SPONSORSHIP FOR BAND 2/3 HCAs.

Requirements

• Proven experience as an HCA, ideally within acute or emergency hospital setting
• A proactive, can do attitude - you notice what needs doing and get it done
• A genuine interest in ongoing learning and development
• A team player who is supportive, respectful and keeps things positive and professional
• Someone kind, reliable and focused on delivering excellent care

Benefits / What we offer

We offer a supportive team, opportunities for development, and the chance to make a real difference every day in an environment where your efforts are valued.