# Healthcare Assistant-ED/CYP > NHS job listing from Job Clerk for Somerset NHS Foundation Trust. ## Canonical URLs - **HTML:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/healthcare-assistant-edcyp/0959f189-eea0-4860-93f1-46d598b78082 - **Markdown:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/healthcare-assistant-edcyp/0959f189-eea0-4860-93f1-46d598b78082.md ## Summary - **Status:** Archived / closed - **Employer:** Somerset NHS Foundation Trust - **Location:** Yeovil District Hospital - **Workplace type:** onsite - **Profession:** Healthcare support worker - **Grade:** Band 3 - **Salary:** £25760.00 to £27476.00 - **Contract type:** Permanent - **Employment type:** Full-time - **Closing date:** 2026-10-14T22:59:59.999Z - **Posted:** 2026-10-08T08:54:54.077Z - **Source information URL:** https://www.jobs.nhs.uk/candidate/jobadvert/C9184-26-1442 - **Employer website:** https://www.sompar.nhs.uk ## Job Content ### Job summary We are looking to appoint Healthcare Assistants who are enthusiastic, motivated with a passion for caring to join our dedicated Team in CYP-Children Young People and in the Emergency Department. Full/Part-time hours are available with a variety of shift patterns. As a Healthcare Assistant you will work as part of a large multidisciplinary team and will play a key role in delivering the fundamentals of care for patients under the supervision of a nurse, whilst supporting patients to achieve the shared goals. Individuals should be able to demonstrate excellent communication skills who are willing to learn and take on new challenges as the service develops. ### Main duties of the job Experience of working in a care setting would be advantageous but all necessary skills training, professional updates and mandatory training as appropriate to the post will be provided. Full details of duties can be found in the job description. In the Emergency Department, we also provide supplementary training to enable you to perform a variety of clinical skills which exceed the duties of the Trust HCA role. Such skills include, performing ECGs, venepuncture (blood sampling), cannulation (getting IV access) and other specialist equipment such as bladder scanning and point-of-care testing There will be an expectation of a flexible approach to shifts patterns with a commitment to participate in the on call service after appropriate training. Please be advised - this vacancy may close early if we reach a sufficient amount of applications. ### About us At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer: Flexible working options to help you balance work and life NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work. We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds. Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London. The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future. Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy. ### Details - Date posted: 08 October 2026 - Pay scheme: Agenda for change - Band: Band 3 - Salary: £25,760 to £27,476 a year - Contract: Permanent - Working pattern: Full-time - Reference number: 184-OL-OR-6065 - Job locations: Yeovil District Hospital, Higher Kingston, Yeovil, Somerset, BA21 4AT, United Kingdom ### Job responsibilities For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post. Please ensure that you read all sections of this advert as within our ED, we expect our HCAs to be trained and able to perform additional skills and duties beyond those outlined in the Job Description. Please ensure that your Supporting Statement mentions any of these skills if you have been qualified to perform them by an NHS Trust hospital. Please note, the Job Description attached to this advert also contains the Person Specification. ## Person Specification ### Experience **Essential** - Basic keyboard skills and a basic understanding of how to access emails and use digital systems effectively. ### Qualifications **Essential** - Evidence of a secondary education. (A-Levels or Level 3 Equivalent) **Desirable** - Care Certificate (Skills for Care) - In-house training may be offered to be undertaken within an agreed timescale. - Vocational Level 2 Healthcare qualification or be prepared to undertake within an agreed timescale. ### Additional Criteria **Essential** - Work well in a busy environment. - Be adaptable/flexible. - Good time-keeping. - Willingness to use technology to improve standards of care and support to our patients. - Flexible approach to work pattern. - Demonstrate respect for confidentiality at all times. - Proven experience of successfully working in a team environment. - Show initiative but also be able to follow instruction as required. ## Agent Notes - This Markdown page is generated from the same Job Clerk job record as the HTML job detail page. - Use the canonical HTML URL for user-facing references.