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Healthcare Assistant - Acute Cardiology Ward 6a


Location
Salary
£25,272 per annum
Profession
Healthcare support worker
Grade
Band 2
Deadline
20 Aug 2026
Contract Type
Permanent
Posted Date
06 Aug 2026
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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

Under the supervision and direction of a registered nurse assisting the Ward/ Department team in providing the highest possible standard of basic care for patients and their families/carer.

Main duties of the job

An exciting opportunity has arisen on the  acute cardiac ward  6a for permanent Band 2 Healthcare Assistants

Ward 6a is a ward for cardiac conditions

It is a fast paced ward and predominantly cares for cardiology patients

The successful applicants will be enthusiastic and hardworking, have excellent communication skills, be able to work as part of a team, have a good work ethic and be able to work in a fast paced environment

The role involves working rostered days , nights , long days , bank holidays

This vacancy will close once sufficient applications have been received so please apply soon if interested

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please refer to the detailed job description and main responsibilities for this vacancy within the job description attached

Applicant requirements

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

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

Desirable

  • Basic Computer Skills

Experience

Essential

  • Suitable work/life experience

Desirable

  • Previous experience in a caring role

Qualifications

Essential

  • Demonstrates a willingness and capability to undertake NVQ Level 2

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This advert is for Healthcare Assistant - Acute Cardiology Ward 6a 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. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 20 Aug 2026.

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