# Band 4 Healthcare Assistant Jobs in the NHS

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## Live Market Snapshot

- **Live vacancies:** 87
- **NHS employers:** 68
- **New vacancies this week:** 56
- **Filter scope:** Scoped to Band 4 and Healthcare Assistant.
- **Observed salary range:** GBP 25,760 to GBP 37,389

## Role Summary

Healthcare assistant and support worker posts provide direct patient care under the guidance of registered nurses and other clinicians. Duties typically include personal care, observations, mobility support, and ward routines. Most posts sit at Band 2 or Band 3, with Band 4 assistant practitioner roles available for experienced staff who complete additional training.

## Typical Responsibilities

- Recording and escalating vital signs observations (NEWS2, PEWS)
- Phlebotomy, ECGs, or wound care (where trained and competent)
- Supporting patients with nutrition, hydration, and mealtime assistance
- Infection prevention: hand hygiene, PPE, equipment decontamination
- Supporting safe patient transfers and mobility
- Recognising and reporting safeguarding concerns
- Stocking, restocking, and maintaining a clean clinical environment

## Typical Requirements

- Care Certificate (completed within first 12 weeks of starting)
- NVQ/QCF Level 2-3 in Health and Social Care (desirable)
- Previous care, support, or patient-facing experience (desirable)
- Manual handling certification (usually provided on induction)

## Employers Hiring

- Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (3 jobs)
- Norfolk and Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust (3 jobs)
- Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust (3 jobs)
- Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust (2 jobs)
- NHS Lothian (2 jobs)
- Lancashire and South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust (2 jobs)
- Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust (2 jobs)
- University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust (2 jobs)

## Locations Hiring

- Southampton, South East (3 jobs)
- Hastings, South East (3 jobs)
- Leeds, North East and Yorkshire (2 jobs)
- Dorchester, South West (2 jobs)
- Sheffield, North East and Yorkshire (2 jobs)
- Loughborough, Midlands (2 jobs)
- Nottingham, Midlands (2 jobs)
- Bristol, South West (2 jobs)
- London, London (2 jobs)
- Exeter, South West (2 jobs)
- Croesnewydd Hall Wrexham, North Wales (1 jobs)
- Cleator Moor, North East and Yorkshire (1 jobs)

## Grade Context

Band 4 posts include assistant practitioners, nursing associates, senior therapy assistants, and specialist administrative roles. These positions require a foundation degree, apprenticeship, or equivalent competency and sit between support staff and registered professionals. Salary guidance: £28,392 - £31,157.

## Grade Requirements

Foundation degree or equivalent qualification

Nursing Associate qualification (for some roles)

Relevant experience and competencies

Ability to work autonomously within scope

Supervision and mentoring skills

## FAQs

### What is the salary for NHS Band 4 roles?

NHS Band 4 roles pay between £28,392 and £31,157 per year under the 2026/27 pay scale. Additional allowances may apply for unsocial hours or high-cost area supplements.

### What qualifications do I need for NHS Band 4 jobs?

Band 4 roles often require a foundation degree, HNC/HND, or completion of an assistant practitioner programme. Nursing associate roles require the specific two-year nursing associate qualification.

### What jobs are available at NHS Band 4?

Band 4 roles include assistant practitioners, nursing associates, senior therapy assistants, medical laboratory assistants, pharmacy technicians, and specialist administrative roles.

### What qualifications do I need to become an NHS healthcare support worker?

Many trusts accept candidates without formal qualifications and provide the Care Certificate on the job. GCSEs in English and maths, any patient-facing experience, and evidence of caring values will strengthen an application.

### Are healthcare assistant jobs the same as healthcare support worker jobs?

Many NHS adverts use healthcare assistant, HCA, clinical support worker, and healthcare support worker for closely related patient-care roles. The exact duties and band depend on the employer and service.

### What is the salary for NHS healthcare support workers?

Under the 2026/27 pay scale, NHS healthcare support workers typically work at Band 2-3 (approximately £25,000-£27,000). With additional training and responsibilities, progression to Band 4 (£28,000-£31,000) is possible.

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