Theatre Healthcare Assistant - Patient Care & Support

Circle Health Group; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday per year + bankolidays

Private Healthcare Scheme

Friends & Family Hospital Discounts

Family Friendly policies (maternity/pP

Non-contributory life insurance

Staff engagement hub with discounts

Wellbeing resources

Employee recognition programmes

Industry leading training and developm

Job summary

The Park Hospital in Nottingham, part of Circle Health Group, invites applications for a Healthcare Assistant to join the Theatre department on a full-time, 37.5-hour per week basis. The role requires covering a flexible shift pattern; part-time hours can be discussed at interview.

Responsibilities include assisting with personal care, observations, basic clinical support, and collaboration with nurses and doctors to ensure safe patient care.

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 escalate when needed.
• 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

Following instructions

Physically fit

Education

NVQ Health and Social Care Level 2/3

Job description

The Park Hospital in Nottingham, part of Circle Health Group, invites applications for a Healthcare Assistant to join the Theatre department on a full-time, 37.5-hour per week basis. The role requires covering a flexible shift pattern; part-time hours can be discussed at interview.

Responsibilities include assisting with personal care, observations, basic clinical support, and collaboration with nurses and doctors to ensure safe patient care.