Senior Healthcare Assistant - PICU

HCA Healthcare UK; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in London is seeking a Senior Healthcare Assistant to join their Paediatric Intensive Care Unit. The role requires previous experience in a PICU, excellent communication and customer care skills, and the ability to work as part of a team. Benefits include private healthcare insurance, flexible holiday options, and a supportive work culture that promotes inclusion. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply today.

Benefits

25 days holiday each year

Private Healthcare Insurance

Private pension contribution increases with length of service

Season Ticket Loan

Cycle to Work scheme

Corporate staff discount

Comprehensive flexible health benefits

Qualifications

• Experience working as a Healthcare Assistant within a Paediatric Intensive Care Unit is essential.
• Ability to work effectively under appropriate supervision as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
• Knowledge of when to seek advice from a registered care professional.

Responsibilities

• Support registered nurses and undertake aspects of care provision.
• Manage materials, equipment, and stock within the unit.
• Provide and maintain a high standard of care.

Skills

Excellent customer care skills

Excellent communication skills

Time management skills

Ability to work as a team player

Education

NVQ level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care

The Care Certificate

Job description

Senior Healthcare Assistant - Paediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU)

Location: The Portland Hospital for Women & Children, Great Portland Street, London.
Hours: Full time, 37.5 hours per week between Monday-Friday
Shifts: Long days, Nights & Weekends
Salary: competitive dependent on experience plus Benefits

A unique opportunity has arisen for a Health Care Assistant with previous Paediatric Intensive Care Unit experience to join the PICU service at The Portland Hospital.

The Senior Healthcare Assistant is responsible for carrying out a range of assigned tasks as part of the clinical team in support of registered nurses and to undertake some aspects of care provision with direct supervision. A key part of the role includes managing materials, equipment, and stock within the unit, which requires strong organisational and communication skills to ensure resources are maintained and available to support patient care.

The successful applicant should be highly motivated with good interpersonal skills and be able to work under pressure and work well within the team. They should have a keen desire to provide and maintain a high standard of care at all times. Under the supervision of a registered nurse, they will assist the Ward/Department team in providing the highest possible standard of care for patients and their families.

What you'll bring:

• NVQ level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care and/or The Care Certificate (essential)
• Experience working as a Healthcare Assistant within a Paediatric Intensive Care Unit (essential)
• Excellent customer care skills
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Evidence of time management skills and ability to prioritise
• Ability to work effectively as a team player under appropriate supervision, and as part of a multi-disciplinary team
• Knowledge of when to seek advice and refer to a registered care professional

Benefits:

• 25 days holiday each year (plus bank holidays) with option to buy or sell leave
• Private Healthcare Insurance
• Private pension contribution increases with length of service
• Season Ticket Loan and Cycle to Work scheme
• Group Life Assurance
• Critical illness cover
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay
• Corporate staff discount including maternity packages at The Portland
• Comprehensive flexible health, protection and lifestyle benefits
• Discounts with over 800 major retailers

Culture and values

HCA Healthcare UK is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering a culture that embraces diverse perspectives and promotes our values across all areas of our organisation. You will be expected to uphold and demonstrate HCA Healthcare UK's core values through respectful behaviour and conduct, including a commitment to fostering Inclusion in all aspects of your role.

We're looking for someone passionate about delivering exceptional care for patients. If this sounds like you, apply today.