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Previous experience of working as an HCA (or equivalent) in a hospital environment
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NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care /Care Certificate / NVQ Level 3 is desirable but not essential
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Basic numeracy & literacy.
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Demonstrate a patient focused approach
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Enthusiastic and energetic professional
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Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential
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Healthcare Assistant | Surgical Wards | Full time| Manchester | Permanent | Outstanding CQC Rating
Spire Manchester is now recruiting a Healthcare Assistant to join their warm and friendly team on the wards
Spire Manchester Hospital is a £65m state-of-the-art healthcare facility offering you the opportunity to work across a wide variety of specialisms. You will be able to develop your clinical skills in a modern and progressive environment. The Manchester team currently consists of over 800 colleagues and we are rapidly expanding as we increase the scope of services we provide across our experienced and dynamic teams.
Duties and Responsibilities
- To assist the qualified nursing staff, under their supervision, in providing a high quality, comprehensive nursing service to all patients and users, ensuring a high standard of a patient care is maintained in a clean and safe environment.
- Contributing to the support and monitoring of patients
- Identifying and reporting any significant changes that might affect the patient’s health and well-being to the appropriate person
- Assisting with the movement of patients in line with clinic policies
Who we're looking for:
- Previous experience of working as an HCA (or equivalent) in a hospital environment
- NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care /Care Certificate / NVQ Level 3 is desirable but not essential
- Basic numeracy & literacy.
- Demonstrate a patient focused approach
- Experience in : ECGs, taking blood/blood pressures and patient observations
- Good team work ethic
- Enthusiastic and energetic professional
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential
Benefits:
We offer employees a competitive salary as well as a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:
- 35 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays
- Employer and employee contributory pension with flexible retirement options
- ‘Spire for you’ reward platform - discount and cashback for over 1000 retailers
- Free Bupa wellness screening
- Private medical insurance
- Life assurance
Please see the attached benefits leaflet for more information
We're committed to people, both patients and staff. Join us, and you'll receive a warm welcome.
For further information about this role or for an informal conversation about the range of career options available with Spire please contact Sarah Whittaker at Sarah.whittaker@spirehealthcare.com
For us, it's more than just treating patients; it's about looking after people.
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This advert is for Healthcare Assistant with Spire Healthcare Ltd in Manchester, GB. It is listed as a Healthcare assistant role. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 18 Sep 2026.
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