Theatre Healthcare Assistant – Flexible Hours & Development

Circle Health Group; Blackburn; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Private healthcare

Family-friendly policies

Life insurance

Staff recognition / development

Job summary

Circle Health Group is recruiting a Healthcare Assistant to join the Theatre department at The Beardwood Hospital. The role is full-time, 37.5 hours per week, with a permanent contract and a flexible shift pattern to cover the service.

You will assist with personal care, basic observations, and support a multidisciplinary team to ensure safe, compassionate patient care in a private hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a care or health support role (hospital, care home, community, or domiciliary).
• Good communication and interpersonal skills with a caring, compassionate attitude.
• Ability to follow instructions and elevate concerns appropriately.
• Basic literacy, numeracy, and IT skills.
• Physically able to undertake duties including moving and handling tasks.
• NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent qualification) desirable.
• Knowledge of safeguarding, infection control, and confidentiality procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with personal hygiene, washing, dressing, toileting, oral care, and mobility needs, respecting their preferences and dignity.
• Help patients with eating, drinking, and nutritional support, including documenting intake where appropriate.
• Provide comfort and emotional support to patients and relatives, creating a caring and safe environment.
• Carry out and accurately record routine observations such as blood pressure, pulse, respiratory rate, temperature, oxygen saturation, and blood glucose levels (after appropriate training).
• Support basic clinical procedures, including wound care setup, assisting with catheter care, pressure area prevention, and mobility aids.
• Prepare and maintain clinical areas, including trolleys, beds, and equipment in readiness for patient use.
• Work collaboratively with nurses, doctors, therapists, and admin teams to support safe and efficient patient care

Skills

Care experience

Communication skills

Follow instructions

IT skills

Physical fitness

Education

NVQ Level 2/3 Health & Social Care

Job description

Circle Health Group is recruiting a Healthcare Assistant to join the Theatre department at The Beardwood Hospital. The role is full-time, 37.5 hours per week, with a permanent contract and a flexible shift pattern to cover the service.

You will assist with personal care, basic observations, and support a multidisciplinary team to ensure safe, compassionate patient care in a private hospital setting.