The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust

Healthcare Assistant - Ward 9, Care of the Older Adult

The closing date is 19 January 2026

Job summary

We are looking to recruit Healthcare Assistants to work on Ward 9 Care Of The Older Adult at Princess Royal Hospital, Telford.

You will be working closely with our new Frailty SDEC (Same Day Emergency Centre)

This role supports ward teams by helping patients with everyday care such as washing, eating, drinking and using the toilet. Please see Main duties of the job section for full details.

Main duties of the job

This role supports ward teams by helping patients with everyday care such as washing, eating, drinking and using the toilet.
You will check and record basic health observations and report any concerns to a nurse.
You will help keep patients safe and comfortable by moving them correctly, keeping the ward tidy and preparing equipment.
You will also support nurses with simple administrative tasks like updating records and answering the phone.
You will follow training, work within Trust policies and communicate kindly with patients, families and staff.
You will manage your own tasks during each shift and help create a calm, clean and supportive environment

About us

Our vision, 'To provide excellent care for the communities we serve,' is not just a statement; it's a promise we live by every day. Guided by our core Values - Partnering, Ambitious, Caring, and Trusted - we're determined to make a real difference in the lives of those who matter most: our patients and their families.

If you're ready to be part of a team that's dedicated to continuous improvement, come join us and let's make a difference together!

Ward 9 is a Care Of The Older Adult Ward at Princess Royal Hospital, Telford.

You will be working closely with our new Frailty SDEC (Same Day Emergency Centre)

Date posted

05 January 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£24,465 a year per annum/ pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

223-HCA-955

Job locations

The Princess Royal Hospital

Apley Castle

Telford

TF1 6TF

Job description

Job responsibilities

For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Candidate Job Pack.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Candidate Job Pack.

Person Specification

Knowledge

Essential

oGCSE Maths and English grades 3-1 (D-G) or Functional Skills Level 1

Desirable

oGCSE in Maths and English grades 9-4 (AC) or Functional Skills Level 1 or higher
oNVQ 2/3 in Health related subject

Experience

Essential

oCan demonstrate an understanding of what is required within the role of a Healthcare Assistant in the care setting
oCan describe the Trust Values and demonstrate how they put these into practice within their caring role

Desirable

oPrevious hospital experience

Knowledge and skills

Essential

oEvidence of effective verbal and written communication skills
oEvidence of the ability to work with a variety of teams, in a number of different acute settings, on a daily basis, to achieve a common goal

Person Specification

Knowledge

Essential

oGCSE Maths and English grades 3-1 (D-G) or Functional Skills Level 1

Desirable

oGCSE in Maths and English grades 9-4 (AC) or Functional Skills Level 1 or higher
oNVQ 2/3 in Health related subject

Experience

Essential

oCan demonstrate an understanding of what is required within the role of a Healthcare Assistant in the care setting
oCan describe the Trust Values and demonstrate how they put these into practice within their caring role

Desirable

oPrevious hospital experience

Knowledge and skills

Essential

oEvidence of effective verbal and written communication skills
oEvidence of the ability to work with a variety of teams, in a number of different acute settings, on a daily basis, to achieve a common goal

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust

Address

The Princess Royal Hospital

Apley Castle

Telford

TF1 6TF

Employer's website

http://www.sath.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust

Address

The Princess Royal Hospital

Apley Castle

Telford

TF1 6TF

Employer's website

http://www.sath.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)