Healthcare Assistant

6 days ago


Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust Full time

About the Role

We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Healthcare Assistant to join our paediatric team within the Children's Unit at North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust. As a Healthcare Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting the nursing team to deliver high-quality care to our young patients and their families.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assist in creating a welcoming and non-threatening environment for children and their families.
  • Support patient care according to individual care plans and under the supervision of trained staff.
  • Carry out delegated nursing tasks, subject to monitoring and evaluation by senior staff.
  • Contribute to the wellbeing of patients, ensuring their comfort and dignity are maintained.
  • Deliver food and drinks to babies and children in line with their care plans, including the preparation of infant formula feeds.
  • Escort patients to other departments in the hospital and regional centres for investigations as required.
  • Assist in ensuring a high level of quality care is offered to patients attending the department.
  • Work collaboratively as part of the healthcare team.
  • Attend briefings, meetings, and training sessions as required.

Person Specification

  • GCSE or equivalent in English Language and Maths, or demonstrate competency in the above.
  • NVQ Level 2 in Care (or other relevant subject).
  • Desire and ability to undertake appropriate training.
  • Evidence of working with babies/children and young people.
  • Good understanding of the role of the Healthcare Support Worker.
  • Documented evidence of Continuing Professional Development.

What We Offer

  • Generous annual leave entitlement.
  • Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme.
  • Flexible working opportunities.
  • Enhanced hourly rates for unsociable hours, night shifts, weekends, and bank holidays.
  • Opportunities for career development and training.
  • Wellbeing support and activities to promote a healthy work environment.
  • Access to our in-house physiotherapy service.
  • On-site canteens offering subsidised meals.
  • Subsidised staff parking.
  • Free Stagecoach Bus Travel to and from work within Cambridgeshire and Peterborough.


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