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Healthcare Assistant - Surgical

Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust

Location
Shrewsbury, England
Salary
£25,760 - £27,476 per annum/pro rata
Profession
Healthcare support worker
Grade
Band 3
Deadline
16 Jun 2026
Contract Type
Permanent
Posted Date
02 Jun 2026
Medical Protection — indemnity for locally employed doctors from £79

Job overview

Ward 37 is a busy and dynamic General Surgical ward providing high-quality care to patients undergoing a range of surgical procedures.

We pride ourselves on delivering compassionate, patient-centred care within a supportive and collaborative multidisciplinary team and we are looking for a motivated and caring Band 3 Healthcare Assistant to join our team.

You will play a key role in supporting the delivery of safe, effective, and high-quality care to our patients. Working under the supervision of Registered Nurses, you will provide enhanced clinical support and contribute to the smooth running of the ward.

Main duties of the job

  • Provide direct patient care, ensuring dignity and respect at all times Support with activities of daily living (e.g. personal care, mobility, nutrition)
  • Undertake clinical observations (e.g. vital signs, blood glucose monitoring) and report any concerns
  • Assist with admission, transfer, and discharge processes
  • Support infection prevention and control measures
  • Maintain accurate patient records

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.

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This advert is for Healthcare Assistant - Surgical with Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust in Shrewsbury, Midlands, England. It is listed as a Band 3 Healthcare support worker role. The advertised salary is £25,760 - £27,476 per annum/pro rata. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 16 Jun 2026.

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