University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)

Senior Health Care Assistant

The closing date is 16 March 2026

Job summary

The post holder will work as part of the outpatient team delivering a high standard ofdirect patient care utilising your own skills and knowledge.As Senior Health Care Assistant you will undertake specialist clinical procedureswhere you have received appropriate training and assessment & supervise lessexperienced staffWork with the Practice Educator and department Manager to lead on the training &induction of all HCA staffYou will be familiar with, and work to, the protocols & policies, of the Trust &Outpatient department.The role requires close liaison with other disciplines and the provision of a courteous,reliable & quality service to patients, relatives & carers, healthcare professional,internal departments and external organisations.To ensure that all necessary information is available for clinics to operate effectivelyand to record clinical activity using the appropriate hospital systemTo facilitate the operation of the department clinics by managing flow of patientswhilst maintaining the health and safety of the department including cleanliness,information governance & fire safety.Be able to prioritise both your own clinical workload & coordinate junior HCA's underyour direct supervision

Main duties of the job

Utilise advanced communication skills to meet and greet patients arriving forclinic and perform diagnostic tests asrequiredsuch as urine testing, BP,spirometry, and BMIs.Ensure patient notes are checked prior to appointments and appropriateresults are availableKeep patients informed at every stage of their journey, providing explanation,advice & support where appropriate escalating complex queries to senior staffMonitor wellbeing of patients within the department and report any changes inpatients' conditionArrange interpreters and transport for patientsEnsure equipment is in working order and patient safety is maintained at alltimes. Knowledge of incident reporting and emergency proceduresChaperone patients undergoing intimate examinations or as requestedMaintain consulting rooms by stocking up equipment and documentationEnsure patients information and notice boards are kept up to dateMaintain the smooth running of clinics without direct supervision. Supportqualified nurses in the organisation and running of clinicsBe aware of limitations and know when to seek adviceMaintainhigh standardsof record keeping ensuring entries areaccurateandlegibleAct as a role model by implementing and ensuring good practice anddemonstrating evidence-based practice.Asses & support junior staff in their role, delegating tasks and responsibilitiesappropriatelyUses initiative to manage own workloadAbility to manage flow of clinics independently

About us

Working for our organisation

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always deliver Excellent Care Everywhere, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of staff networks to help break down barriers, and can offer abuddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 3) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

Candidate Pack

For this role it is essential that you have previous NHS or NHS primary care experience with a Care Certificate from an Ofqual regulated awarding organisation. Or that you are an internationally educated nurse/midwife/doctor who has worked in an acute hospital setting within recent years with evidence of your degree verified by an ENIC report.

Please ensure to attach your Care Certificate and/or ENIC report to your application as this will be required for interview.

Date posted

13 February 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£24,937 to £26,598 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

279-7788140-FEB26

Job locations

Main OPD RSCH

Eastern Road

Brighton

BN2 5BE

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see Job Description and Personal Specification Documents for detailed job description and main responsibilities

This role is eligible for visa sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker route. Sponsorship can only be provided where applicants meet the specific requirements set by UKVI, including the relevant skill and salary thresholds, and any role-specific criteria. For example, applicants for the Senior HCA role must be able to evidence a minimum of 2 years experience in the same role to qualify for sponsorship.

If you are applying using a Graduate visa as your right to work, you must have a minimum of 18 months remaining on your visa at time of application.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see Job Description and Personal Specification Documents for detailed job description and main responsibilities

If you are applying using a Graduate visa as your right to work, you must have a minimum of 18 months remaining on your visa at time of application.

Person Specification

Qualifications/ Experience

Essential

NHS experience or NHS primary care experience is required or an internationally educated nurse/midwife/doctor who has worked in an acute hospital setting within recent years.
Care Certificate from a Ofqual regulated awarding organisation.
Ability to demonstrate knowledge and skills acquisition, working at a higher-level standard of care delivery, equivalent to vocational qualification level 3. This is evidenced via a portfolio of practice and/or a professional discussion.
Maths GCSE (grade C or above or grade 4 to 9) or Maths Level 2 functional skills
English GCSE (grade C or above or grade 4 to 9) or English Level 2 Functional skills

Desirable

OPD Experience

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

Essential

Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role)
Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues

Person Specification

Qualifications/ Experience

Essential

NHS experience or NHS primary care experience is required or an internationally educated nurse/midwife/doctor who has worked in an acute hospital setting within recent years.
Care Certificate from a Ofqual regulated awarding organisation.
Ability to demonstrate knowledge and skills acquisition, working at a higher-level standard of care delivery, equivalent to vocational qualification level 3. This is evidenced via a portfolio of practice and/or a professional discussion.
Maths GCSE (grade C or above or grade 4 to 9) or Maths Level 2 functional skills
English GCSE (grade C or above or grade 4 to 9) or English Level 2 Functional skills

Desirable

OPD Experience

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

Essential

Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role)
Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues

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

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)

Address

Main OPD RSCH

Eastern Road

Brighton

BN2 5BE

Employer's website

https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)

Address

Main OPD RSCH

Eastern Road

Brighton

BN2 5BE

Employer's website

https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)