Ward Assistant
The closing date is 02 July 2025
Job summary
Before applying for this vacancy please read the following information:
- We expect a high number of applicants for this role, please submit your application ASAP as it is likely this vacancy will close early.
- University Hospitals of North Midlands is currently unable to provide sponsorship for Band 2 and Band 3 roles. This is in accordance with UKVI guidelines and legislation, as these roles do not meet the skill nor salary threshold for sponsorship. If you hold a graduate visa, you are welcome to apply for this role however it is important to note that UHNM will be unable to offer sponsorship at the end of your graduate visa, you must also have at least six months until your graduate visa expires at the start of your employment for training and operational reasons.
- For this position interviews will be held on Wednesday 9th July, there will be no alternative dates.
- On the day of the interview there will be a basic English and situation based test that all candidates will need to complete.
- Please only apply to the role that matches your skillset for our Domestic Assistant and Ward Assistant recruitment event.
Main duties of the job
You will be asked to provide ID in order to be interviewed as full ID checks and forms will be completed. For evidence of your ID you will need to provide both Right to Work and ID documentation.
Examples of ID documentation to bring are as follows:
Two proofs of address such as:
- Bank statement / Utility bill (Dated within the last 3 months)
- Tenancy agreement / Mortgage Statement/Council Tax statement (Dated within the last 12 months)
- Driving Licence (In current address and valid)
ID documentation:
- Valid Passport
- Driving Licence (In current address and valid)
Please ensure if any of your ID is in a different name you are able to provide the proof of name change on the day of your ID check appointment. (i.e Marriage Certificate/Deed Poll/Decree Nisi).
Job overview
We are looking for a enthusiastic, motivated individuals to join our Catering Ward Assistant Team at UHNM Royal Stoke Site, Stoke - on - Trent.
The successful individuals will be adaptable, self-motivated, someone who can work to clearly defined achievable, individual, team and operational goals and any other duties to complete the tasks as required by the Trust.
Please see attached Job Description and personal specification attached for further details regarding main duties.
About us
University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust is one of the largest and most modern in the country. We serve around three million people and we're highly regarded for our facilities, teaching and research. The Trust has around 1,450 inpatient beds across two sites in Stoke-on-Trent and Stafford. Our 11,000 strong workforce provide emergency treatment, planned operations and medical care from Royal Stoke University Hospital and County Hospital in Stafford.
We are the specialist centre for major trauma for the North Midlands and North Wales. We have put together a wide range of development packages aimed at ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to fulfil their potential. Our goal is to be a world-class centre of achievement, where patients receive the highest standards of care and the best people come to learn, work and research.
Details
Date posted
30 June 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 2
Salary
£24,169 a year Per annum, pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time
Reference number
205-6545005-B
Job locations
Royal Stoke
Newcastle Road
Stoke on Trent
ST4 6QG
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospital of North Midlands NHS Trust
Address
Royal Stoke
Newcastle Road
Stoke on Trent
ST4 6QG
Employer's website
https://www.uhnm.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)


Employer contact details
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