Job summary
Are you passionate about caring for others and ready to take the next step in your healthcare career? As a Band 3 Healthcare Support Worker on our in-patient gynaecology ward, you'll play a vital role in supporting women through every stage of their treatment journey.
In this role, you will work closely with nurses, doctors, and allied health professionals to create a positive, reassuring environment for patients during what can often be a challenging time.
This is a varied and rewarding position where compassion, reliability, and a willingness to learn are essential. You'll need excellent communication skills, the ability to work as part of a team, and a proactive approach to problem-solving. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and want to make a real difference, this role is for you.
At our hospital, we live by four core values: Kind, Expert, Collaborative, and Aspirational. We value respect, teamwork, and continuous learning--because together, we achieve more.
If you are caring, reliable, and eager to learn, this is your opportunity to make a real impact in a supportive and inclusive environment.? Apply today and help shape the future of women's healthcare!
Main duties of the job
- Provide hands-on support with personal care, mobility, and daily activities, ensuring patient comfort and dignity.
- Assist with basic clinical tasks, such as recording observations (temperature, pulse, blood pressure) under supervision.
- Perform venepuncture and support gynaecological procedures and investigations, including preparation and aftercare.
- Maintain a clean, safe environment in line with infection control standards.
- Monitor and manage stock and equipment, ensuring availability and functionality.
- Accurately document care and activity using hospital systems.
- Work collaboratively with nurses, doctors, and allied health professionals to deliver patient-centred care.
- Provide guidance to junior staff and contribute to a supportive team culture.
- Be flexible to cover other areas within the gynaecology service when required.
About us
At Imperial College Healthcare you can achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people, working with leading clinicians pushing boundaries in patient care.
Become part of a vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You'll get an experience like no other and will fast forward your career.
Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to Work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.
We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and will consider applications to work flexibly, part time or job share. Please talk to us at interview.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.
Person Specification
Education / Qualifications
Essential
- QCF Level 3 in Health or equivalent (NVQ3, Advanced Apprenticeship)
- Able to speak and write English to an appropriate standard to fulfil the job requirements.
- Phlebotomy trained
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrate a clear understanding and insight into the role of a Healthcare Support Worker within an inpatient gynaecology setting.
- Possess up-to-date experience working within a healthcare environment, providing safe, compassionate, and effective care under the supervision of registered professionals.
- Show evidence of practical skills relevant to patient care, including monitoring observations, assisting with procedures, and supporting the multidisciplinary team.
- Maintain compliance with Trust policies and mandatory training requirements to ensure high standards of care and patient safety.
Desirable
- Previous experience working in a gynaecology or women's health setting
- Ability to communicate effectively with patients from diverse backgrounds, demonstrating empathy and cultural sensitivity.
- Familiarity with electronic patient record systems and basic IT skills.
Skills/knowledge/ abilities
Essential
- Self-directed and able to use initiative.
- Flexible and adaptable to changing situations.
- Ability to work collaboratively within a team.
- Good time management skills.
Desirable
- Ability to remain calm and professional under pressure.
- Demonstrates initiative in problem-solving and improving patient experience.
- Commitment to continuous learning and development.
Person Specification
Education / Qualifications
Essential
- QCF Level 3 in Health or equivalent (NVQ3, Advanced Apprenticeship)
- Able to speak and write English to an appropriate standard to fulfil the job requirements.
- Phlebotomy trained
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrate a clear understanding and insight into the role of a Healthcare Support Worker within an inpatient gynaecology setting.
- Possess up-to-date experience working within a healthcare environment, providing safe, compassionate, and effective care under the supervision of registered professionals.
- Show evidence of practical skills relevant to patient care, including monitoring observations, assisting with procedures, and supporting the multidisciplinary team.
- Maintain compliance with Trust policies and mandatory training requirements to ensure high standards of care and patient safety.
Desirable
- Previous experience working in a gynaecology or women's health setting
- Ability to communicate effectively with patients from diverse backgrounds, demonstrating empathy and cultural sensitivity.
- Familiarity with electronic patient record systems and basic IT skills.
Skills/knowledge/ abilities
Essential
- Self-directed and able to use initiative.
- Flexible and adaptable to changing situations.
- Ability to work collaboratively within a team.
- Good time management skills.
Desirable
- Ability to remain calm and professional under pressure.
- Demonstrates initiative in problem-solving and improving patient experience.
- Commitment to continuous learning and development.
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
