The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust

Dermatology Healthcare Assistant

The closing date is 19 January 2026

Job summary

We are looking to recruit a Band 3 Healthcare Assistant to come and join our friendly supportive team within the Dermatology Department.

We are looking for a hardworking, punctual, kind, compassionate and caring individual to work as a member of the care team to provide direct patient care that are undergoing specific Dermatological Surgical procedures and working in a clinic environment.

If you think you have the personal skills and enjoy being part of developing services, then we look forward to hearing from you.

A degree of initiative will be required from the post-holder. However, the post-holder will report to and will be supported by registered nurse colleagues who remain accountable for patient care.

Main duties of the job

Once trained and assessed as competent, the post-holder will undertake a range of clinical activities under the indirect supervision of registered nursing colleagues. These include: running Dermatology Minor Surgical Procedure lists, as lone assistant to the operating surgeon; dressing of surgical and non-surgical wounds; weekly forward-planning of operation lists; supporting Dermatology Outpatient clinic lists; monitoring and maintaining general and specialist stock levels.

The clinical work of the post-holder will be supported within a framework of professional guidelines. The post-holder will be required to provide high quality clinical /nursing care to patients as identified by senior staff, they are also needed to assess individual patient care needs and concerns, and to discuss these with medical or registered nurse colleagues. Maintain accurate records of the patient's care in line with Trust, professional and departmental guidelines.

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!

Details

Date posted

12 January 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£24,937 to £26,598 a year per annum/pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

223-DHA-025

Job locations

Royal Shrewsbury Hospital

Mytton Oak Road

Shrewsbury

SY3 8XQ


Job description

Job responsibilities

For Full Duties and Responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For Full Duties and Responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.

Person Specification

Knowledge

Essential

  • A general understanding of a patients holistic care needs

Qualifications

Essential

  • Level 2 Diploma in Clinical Healthcare Support or NVQ Level 3 in Care or demonstrate a commitment to work towards the Diploma qualification
  • Maths at GCSE Level Grade 9 - 4 or equivalent qualifications (Level 2 or above)
  • English Maths at GCSE Level Grade 9 - 4 or equivalent qualifications (Level 2 or above). (If you do not hold this qualification, there will be a requirement to sit our in-house simply literacy assessment)

Experience

Essential

  • Experience of care either formal or informal e.g. in a care setting or for a family member/friend. Can demonstrate they are compassionate and proud to care.
  • Previous Health Care experience

Desirable

  • Previous hospital experience
  • Can demonstrate commitment to extending their skill set or learning
Person Specification

Knowledge

Essential

  • A general understanding of a patients holistic care needs

Qualifications

Essential

  • Level 2 Diploma in Clinical Healthcare Support or NVQ Level 3 in Care or demonstrate a commitment to work towards the Diploma qualification
  • Maths at GCSE Level Grade 9 - 4 or equivalent qualifications (Level 2 or above)
  • English Maths at GCSE Level Grade 9 - 4 or equivalent qualifications (Level 2 or above). (If you do not hold this qualification, there will be a requirement to sit our in-house simply literacy assessment)

Experience

Essential

  • Experience of care either formal or informal e.g. in a care setting or for a family member/friend. Can demonstrate they are compassionate and proud to care.
  • Previous Health Care experience

Desirable

  • Previous hospital experience
  • Can demonstrate commitment to extending their skill set or learning

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

Royal Shrewsbury Hospital

Mytton Oak Road

Shrewsbury

SY3 8XQ


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

Royal Shrewsbury Hospital

Mytton Oak Road

Shrewsbury

SY3 8XQ


Employer's website

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


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Dermatology Nurse

Helen Childs

helen.childs6@nhs.net

01743261000

Details

Date posted

12 January 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£24,937 to £26,598 a year per annum/pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

223-DHA-025

Job locations

Royal Shrewsbury Hospital

Mytton Oak Road

Shrewsbury

SY3 8XQ


Supporting documents

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