Job overview
We are looking for enthusiastic, compassionate and motivated Healthcare Assistants to join our dynamic Acute Care team. Successful candidates will have the opportunity to work within our busy Emergency Department (ED), our brand-new Urgent Treatment Centre (UTC) opening in Autumn 2026, and the Acute Medical Unit (AMU). Rotational opportunities across these clinical areas are also available.
This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a supportive multidisciplinary team delivering high-quality, patient-centred care in a fast-paced environment. If you thrive under pressure, enjoy variety, and are passionate about making a difference to patients during some of the most critical moments of their care journey, we would love to hear from you.
What We're Looking For
Individuals who are resilient, adaptable and passionate about delivering excellent patient care. Acute care can be demanding, and we are looking for Healthcare Assistants who are confident working in a fast-paced environment, can respond positively to changing priorities and remain focused on delivering safe, compassionate care throughout every shift.
Unfortunately, we cannot accept those who need sponsorship to work in this role due to government guideline's
Main duties of the job
Our acute services provide care for patients with a wide range of medical conditions and varying levels of acuity. No two days are the same, and our teams pride themselves on delivering outstanding care in a supportive, inclusive, collaborative environment.
The opening of our new UTC in Autumn 2026 marks an exciting development in our services, creating opportunities for staff to develop new skills while helping shape the future of urgent and emergency care.
Working under the direction of registered nurses and the wider multidisciplinary team, you will:
- Deliver high-quality, compassionate care to patients within ED, UTC and/or AMU.
- Assist patients with activities of daily living whilst promoting dignity, privacy and independence.
- Undertake a range of clinical observations and delegated clinical duties in accordance with Trust policies.
- Recognise and promptly report any changes in a patient's condition to the registered nursing team.
- Support patient admissions, transfers and discharges.
- Maintain accurate documentation and contribute to effective communication within the multidisciplinary team.
- Help ensure clinical areas remain safe, clean and well organised.
- Demonstrate flexibility and willingness to work across acute care areas where appropriate.
If you are looking for a rewarding career where you can develop your skills across a range of acute specialties while making a real difference to patients every day, we encourage you to apply.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please see attached Job description and person specification for full details of roles and responsibilities.
Unfortunately, we cannot accept those who need sponsorship to work in this role due to government guideline's
Person specification
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of how to respect individuality and diversity of patients, their carers and your colleagues
- Able to prioritise workload and remain calm in a busy, fast-paced clinical environment.
Desirable
- Knowledge of infection prevention and control principles.
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to GCSE grade C or equivalent in key skills level 2 or functional skills level 2 numeracy and literacy
- NVQ/QCF in Health or Health and Social Care Level 2
- Care Certificate
Desirable
- Basic Life Support training (or willingness to undertake).
- Experience working within an Emergency Department, Urgent Treatment Centre or Acute Medical Unit.
Acute Caring Experience
Essential
- Minimum of 1 year experience in an acute hospital setting
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This advert is for Healthcare Assistant- AMU, ED, UTC with Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust in Salisbury, South West, England. It is listed as a Band 3 Healthcare support worker role. The advertised salary is £25,760 - £27,476 per annum pro rata for part time. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 02 Aug 2026.
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