Job overview
Band 2 & 3 Healthcare Assistant (HCA) - Ward 4
We are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Healthcare Assistant to join our busy Ward 4, specialising in Neurology, Renal, Rheumatology and General Medicine.
You will be part of a supportive, value‑led multidisciplinary team, committed to delivering safe, high‑quality, patient‑centred care. We welcome applicants who are hard‑working, compassionate, reliable and motivated to learn, and who take pride in supporting patients and colleagues alike.
Our dedicated education and practice development team provides ongoing training and development opportunities to support your professional growth and help you build new skills within a diverse clinical environment.
This role will suit someone who:
- Thrives in a fast‑paced clinical setting
- Works well under pressure
- Is kind, flexible and patient‑focused
- Takes responsibility and pride in their work
Applications are welcomed from candidates who may not currently meet all the essential Band 3 criteria. In these cases, applicants may be appointed at Band 2, with a clear opportunity to progress to Band 3 upon successful completion of additional skills training and competency development.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for a motivated and compassionate Healthcare Assistant who brings enthusiasm and professionalism to their role. The ideal candidate will demonstrate:
- Proven experience as a Healthcare Assistant, ideally within an acute or emergency hospital setting
- A proactive, can‑do attitude, with the ability to recognise what needs doing and take initiative
- A genuine commitment to learning and development, with a willingness to build skills and knowledge
- A strong team player who is supportive, respectful, and maintains a positive and professional approach at all times
- Someone who is kind, reliable and patient‑focused, consistently striving to deliver excellent standards of care
In return, we offer a supportive and welcoming team environment, excellent training and development opportunities, and the chance to make a real difference to patients every day. This is an environment where your contribution is recognised, valued, and supported.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please see the Job Description and Person Specification for a full and comprehensive overview for this position.
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
Behavioural Qualities.
Essential
- Demonstrate collaboration
- Demonstrates professionalism and integrity
- Able to communicate clearly and compassionately
- Is confident to speak up when things are not right
Experience and Knowledge
Essential
- Current or recent acute hospital HCA experience
Desirable
- Experience of high pressure healthcare environment
- Experience of working as part of a team
Education and Qualification
Essential
- Good general standard of education in Mathematics and English at GCSE level or equivalent to Level 1 Literacy and Numeracy
- Care certificate or equivalent
Desirable
- Relevent course to role (eg: NVQ level 2)
Skills, Abilities and Competencies
Essential
- Completed any additional HCA training
- Demonstrates kindness, compassion and empathy
- Demonstrates punctuality and good time keeping
- Demonstrates fortitude and hard work
Desirable
- Completed Band 3 skills training course
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This advert is for Senior Healthcare Assistant with James Paget University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust in James Paget University Hospital. It is listed as a Band 3 Healthcare support worker role. The advertised salary is £25,272 - £27,476 per annum. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 27 Aug 2026.
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