Bank - HCA

Job summary

Healthcare assistants (HCAs) are a vital part of the team that supports the staff and patients in wards and departments throughout the hospital. Working under the direction of qualified nursing/ midwifery staff, healthcare assistants carry out a wide range of duties to care for, support, and provide information to patients and their families and the role can bevery varied depending upon the area in which the person is employed. They also carry out a range of housekeeping duties, as well as performing basic medical checks, such as taking a patient's temperature, pulse and respiration rate The attitude and behaviour of a healthcare assistant is of far more importance than any formal qualifications. Suitable candidates for the role are friendly, caring and sensitive individuals, who are able to offer social stimulation as well as care to the patients they tend. They will also demonstrate the Trust values - Kindness, Respect, Safety and Excellence - in all aspects of their role.

THIS ROLE REQUIRES ALL APPLICANTS TO HAVE 6MTHS NHS PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE WITHIN THIS ROLE - ENSURE THE JOB DESCRIPTION HAS BEEN REVIEWED FOR THE ESSENTIAL CRITERIA

Please note: we are unable to accept applications from candidates who are currently on a Skilled Worker Sponsorship Visa and Student visa as this is a Bank post. We encourage all applicants to ensure they have the necessary right to work in the UK before applying.

Main duties of the job

We are seeking enthusiastic Healthcare Assistants to join our team here at West Middlesex University Hospital.There are Healthcare Assistant vacancies across the medical, surgical and maternity wards in the Trust. For these vacancies we require applications from individuals who have previous experience in care through the NHS or privately. We are keen to find a placement that suits you and will support you in your development.Are you a motivated individual who enjoys working as part of a team within a fast paced environment? Then apply to come and work with us and become a member of our valued staff.

About us

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is proud to be one of the top performing and safest trusts in England. We have two main acute hospital sites--Chelsea and Westminster Hospital and West Middlesex University Hospital, plus our award-winning clinics across North West London and beyond.