Job overview
Band 2s will not be eligible for sponsorship as these roles will not meet the required skill level (RQF 3 or A level and above), despite having their salary increase
1A Frailty is a 12 bedded Frailty unit providing excellent care to our elderly patients. This is a fantastic opportunity for a band 2 health care assistant to join the team on Ward AIFU on the Royal site. This is a part time post rotational days and nights; previous experience is essential
Applicants advised to read the job description fully and to provide a comprehensive personal statement.
PREVIOUS APPLICANTS NEED NOT APPLY
Band 2s will not be eligible for sponsorship as these roles will not meet the required skill level (RQF 3 or A level and above), despite having their salary increased
Main duties of the job
Applicants advised to read the job description fully and to provide a comprehensive personal statement.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Assist patients in meeting their hygiene needs and carry out all aspects of personal care and grooming (to include emptying catheter bags). • Provision of patients toileting needs, ensuring privacy and dignity is maintained. • Support of patients in managing incontinence. • Measures patients fluid intake and output using fluid balance charts and reports information to Registered nurse • Preparation and serving of patient’s meals, drinks and snacks. Assisting / feeding patients as necessary. • Assist patients in completing menu forms and liaise with the Catering Department with regard to the number of meals needed. • Reports patients dietary intake as indicated in the patients plan of care • Carry out any movement and handling within the safe practice guidelines from mandatory training and in relation to the patient’s manual handling plan. • Enable patients to maintain/improve their mobility by use of exercise and mobility appliances as directed by individual care plans. • Assist in the prevention of pressure sore development as directed by the Registered nurse in conjunction with the patient’s plan of care. • Obtaining specimens from patients for ward or laboratory testing. • Escorting patients to clinical departments within the hospital • Assist Registered Nurse in performing last offices. • General observations of patients, reporting anything untoward to Registered
Person specification
Other
Essential
- Ability to communicate clearly in written & spoken word
Skills
Essential
- Ability to develop effective interpersonal relationships with colleagues in the Healthcare setting
Knowledge
Essential
- Suitable experience in a hospital setting
Desirable
- Basic Computer Skills
Experience
Essential
- Suitable work / life experience
Desirable
- Previous experience in a caring role
Qualifications
Essential
- Demonstrates a willingness & capability to undertake NVQ level 2
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This advert is for Healthcare Assistant - 1A Frailty with Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust in Liverpool, North West, England. It is listed as a Band 2 Healthcare support worker role. The advertised salary is £25,272 per annum, pro rata. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 03 Jul 2026.
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