Health Care Assistant

Job summary

Working as part of a highly skilled, closeknit team, you will play a key role in supporting patients before, during and after their procedureshelping to create a safe, reassuring and caring environment. No two days are the same in theatres, making this an exciting opportunity for someone committed to delivering exceptional patient care and developing their clinical skills.

Main duties of the job

What Youll Be Doing:

Supporting patients with dignity, compassion and respect throughout their perioperative pathway. Assisting with preparation, transfers and safe patient handling within theatres. Taking part in routine clinical tasks such as basic observations, documentation, and equipment preparation. Supporting the theatre team during procedures in a circulating role. Ensuring high standards of infection prevention and control. Escorting patients and assisting with administrative duties as required. Reporting changes in patient condition to Registered Nurses or ODPs. Maintaining accurate records and contributing to safe, effective teamwork

About us

Horder Healthcare has been committed to caring since 1954 when we were called 'The Horder Centre for Arthritis'. We've come a long way since then. Our consultants are amongst the most skilled, experienced and innovative in their field. Our staff love to work here, so it makes sense that our patient outcomes are in the top 99%.

We have grown into a multi-service healthcare provider, with hospitals in Crowborough and East Grinstead, and outreach clinics in Eastbourne and Seaford. We are committed to making a positive impact to the health of individuals and the communities in which we work.

Not only have we developed an international reputation for orthopaedic and musculoskeletal care, our partnership with The McIndoe Centre - the birthplace of pioneering plastic surgery treatments, means that we can deliver high-quality plastic, reconstructive, maxillofacial, ophthalmology and orthopaedic services from world-class consultants to an even greater number of people.

We know that our working lives are fundamental to emotional wellbeing. Our employees are as valuable to us as our patients and we see it as our duty to nurture an engaged and skilled workforce. To do this we ensure employees have access to training and development opportunities as well as being a flexible and diverse workplace.

We are committed to caring, and committed to you.

Details

• Date posted: 17 September 2026
• Pay scheme: Other
• Salary: £25,155 to £25,837.50 a year
• Contract: Permanent
• Working pattern: Full-time
• Reference number: J139-140540
• Job locations: Horder Healthcare, Crowborough, TN6 1XP, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities

• Carry out tasks in delivering and supporting direct patient care as directed by a registered theatre practitioner.
• Assist the wider theatre team during procedures with instrumental set-up and assistant both pre and during procedures and providing any additional support they may require.
• Ensure that the operating theatre is properly set up and equipped for surgical procedures, including ensuring adequate supplies are available, and preparing the operating room for the patient.
• Assist in the transfer of patients to and from the operating theatre, ensuring their comfort and safety throughout the process.
• Assist in documenting patient information, surgical procedures, and any relevant observations during the surgery.
• Work co-operatively with the members of the multidisciplinary team to ensure maintenance of a positive patient outcome.
• Keep clinical areas clean and tidy and maintain a safe, pleasant environment.
• Demonstrate a courteous and helpful approach to patients, relatives and visitors in the clinical area.
• Carry out assigned clerical tasks as directed by a registered theatre practitioner.
• Report untoward incidents and any other relevant information to the person in charge or a registered theatre practitioner immediately.
• Participate fully as a team member, sharing knowledge and information and supporting colleagues, to promote a cohesive theatre team and the achievement of team objectives.
• Attend all mandatory training sessions and undertake relevant E-learning requirements.
• Act in such a manner as to satisfy public trust and confidence, to uphold and enhance the good standing and reputation of the nursing profession and The Horder Centre.
• Ensure that you working ethic remains aligned to our core values as a group: Caring, Friendly, Quality, Integrity and Pride.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).