# Healthcare Assistant - Ward 3 BGH > NHS job listing from Job Clerk for Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. ## Canonical URLs - **HTML:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/healthcare-assistant-ward-3-bgh/48852683-c890-4944-bd59-692c875084d9 - **Markdown:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/healthcare-assistant-ward-3-bgh/48852683-c890-4944-bd59-692c875084d9.md ## Summary - **Status:** Live - **Employer:** Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust - **Location:** Royal Liverpool University Hospital - **Workplace type:** onsite - **Profession:** Healthcare assistant - **Grade:** Band 2 - **Salary:** £25,272 per annum pro rata - **Contract type:** Permanent - **Employment type:** Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Rotational Post - days and nights) - **Closing date:** 2026-11-26T23:59:00.000Z - **Posted:** 2026-11-12T11:30:31.647Z - **Source information URL:** https://www.healthjobsuk.com/job/UK/Merseyside/Liverpool/Liverpool_University_Hospitals_NHS_Foundation_Trust/Orthopaedics/Orthopaedics-v8379991 - **Application URL:** https://apps.trac.jobs/job-advert/8379991?ShowJobAdvert=&feedid=9002 - **Employer website:** https://www.liverpoolft.nhs.uk ## Job Content ### Job overview Band 2 HCA working working on Ward 3 BGH Limb reconstruction/Elective Orthopaedics. 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 From 4th April 2024 the minimum salary requirement for a skilled visa increases to £23,200. We strongly encourage applicants who require sponsorship to review the eligibility criteria at https://www.gov.uk/check-uk-visa ### Main duties of the job To work as part of the multidisciplinary team in delivering high-quality, compassionate, patient-centred care to patients undergoing elective orthopaedic procedures. Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, the post holder will support patients with their personal care, rehabilitation, comfort, safety, and wellbeing throughout their hospital stay. ### Key Responsibilities ### Patient Care - Assist patients with all aspects of personal care, including washing, dressing, toileting, grooming, and maintaining dignity at all times. - Support patients with eating and drinking, monitoring nutritional intake where required. - Provide comfort measures and assist patients with positioning and pressure area care. - Respond promptly and appropriately to patient requests and call bells. - Offer reassurance and emotional support to patients and their relatives/carers. ### Rehabilitation and Mobility - Assist patients with mobilisation following orthopaedic surgery in accordance with individual care plans and guidance from nursing and therapy staff. - Support patients in the safe use of walking aids and mobility equipment. - Encourage patients to maintain independence and participate in their rehabilitation programme. - Assist with transfers using appropriate moving and handling techniques and equipment. ### Detailed job description and main responsibilities A Band 2 HCA works under the supervision of a Registered Nurse and is expected to: - Assisting patients with activities of daily living, including: Personal hygiene and bathing Dressing and grooming Toileting and continence care Eating and drinking - Personal hygiene and bathing - Dressing and grooming - Toileting and continence care - Eating and drinking - Supporting patient mobility and rehabilitation following orthopaedic surgery. - Assisting patients to walk safely using mobility aids as directed by nursing and therapy staff. - Helping patients maintain comfort and correct positioning in bed and chairs. - Monitoring and recording fluid intake and output. - Reporting any changes in a patient's condition promptly to the registered nurse. - Maintaining patient dignity, privacy and confidentiality. ### Supporting Patient Recovery - Encouraging patients to participate in their rehabilitation programme. - Assisting physiotherapists and occupational therapists with patient mobilisation when appropriate. - Promoting independence while maintaining patient safety. - Escorting patients to investigations and appointments. - Answering call bells promptly and responding appropriately. ### Maintaining a Safe Environment - Preparing bed spaces for admissions and transfers. - Ensuring equipment is clean and readily available. - Maintaining cleanliness and tidiness within the ward environment. - Adhering to infection prevention and control procedures. - Assisting with moving and handling patients using approved techniques and equipment. ### 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 & capability to undertake NVQ level 2 ## Documents - [risk id (pdf, 184.7kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10721713) - [job description (pdf, 213.6kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10708693) - [recruitment documents (pdf, 383.5kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10708695) ## 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. - Use the application URL when the user wants to apply on the source NHS site.