Health Care Assistant - Treatment Centre in Ormskirk inOrmskirk PUBLISHED FRI 7 NOV 2025 Jump to job information section
Band 3: £24,937 to £26,598 a year per annum, pro rata
PERMANENT
Job description
Job summary
We are looking for an
Experience
d Endoscopy Health Care Assistants or you are an existing Health Care Assistant who wishes to have a career change and want to work in a more specialist area and have further career development, with a passion for learning Endoscopy.If you are looking to join an energetic and vibrant department that truly makes a difference to people's lives on a daily basis, we would like to hear from you.Join us on our exciting journey of expansion here at Southport and Ormskirk Hospital. Here at Southport and Ormskirk we are actively working towards securing accreditation through the Joint Advisory Group (JAG) on Gastrointestinal Endoscopy as high-quality gastrointestinal endoscopy service.Our focus at all times is on ensuring that our patients receive high quality treatment quickly, in clean and comfortable surroundings.You will be working as part of a friendly, welcoming and expert Multidisciplinary Endoscopy Team who are friendly, enthusiastic and encouraging in a happy working environment.Mentoring, training and guidance will be provided to the successful candidate.Previous applicants need not apply
Main duties of the job
An HCA role with the team will vary from day to day, including admission and recovery of patients, to assisting with patient care in the procedure rooms after completion of training. It is a busy, active role. As part of the team, you would rotate throughout the different roles across both sites.We work with many specialities including gastroenterology, urology, colorectal, respiratory, and vascular. Training is provided in house, with support from external sources.Previous
Experience
in endoscopy would be a strong advantage but relevant healthcare
Experience
will be considered.The successful candidate will work closely with both Medical and Nursing Staff within the department, who think of the Patient first and always uphold the Trusts values.Our Endoscopy service is base across two sites, with the Ormskirk site being the centre of our high-volume activity. We work collaboratively with the Medical and Surgical Teams ensuring a seamless journey for our patients.We are looking for a motivated individual to join our team of nurses working within our busy endoscopy departments which are currently working towards achieving JAG accreditation. If you are eager to learn, have a flexible approach to work and are reliable and enthusiastic, we would like to hear from you. You should have excellent skills and commitment to continuing professional development.
About us
Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust serves a population of over 600,000 with a workforce of over 9000 dedicated and skilled staff across 21 sites.We strongly believe that the communities we serve should all have access to Five Star Patient Care.Our Services:Acute CareProviding emergency and maternity services at Whiston, Southport and Ormskirk hospitals, and medical and surgical specialties across all our sites.Primary CareProviding primary care services at Marshalls Cross Medical Centre situated in St Helens Hospital.Community ServicesProviding adult community services for St Helens and a wheelchair service in Chorley, South Ribble, and West Lancashire. Our inpatient unit at Newton Community Hospital is where patients needing acute hospital beds can continue rehabilitation, freeing up space for more unwell patients. We also provide urgent care at our Urgent Treatment Centre located in St Helens town centre.Specialist Regional ServicesWe provide the Mersey Regional Burns & Plastic Surgery Unit at Whiston Hospital and the Spinal Injuries Unit at Southport Hospital to more than 4 million people across the whole of Merseyside, West Lancashire, Cheshire, Isle of Man and North Wales.Achievements:Rated Outstanding by CQC Inspection August 2Top 100 places to work in the NHS (NHS Employers & Health Service Journal)National Preceptorship Accreditation (2023) for Nursing & AHP Preceptorship Programme
Details
Date posted
November 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for changeBandBand 3
Salary
£24,937 to £26,598 a year per annum, pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time
Reference number
409-7443119-A
Job location
sSouthport and Ormskirk HospitalWigan RoadOrmskirkL39 2AZ
Job description
Job responsibilities
Work as part of a team and duties will be delegated by the registered healthcare professional.Act within the scope of your training and competence, knowing who to ask for help and support if you are not sure.Work within agreed ways of working, following relevant Trust standards, policies and protocols.Communicate compassionately and effectively with individuals and their families, carers and health care practitioners using a range of techniques, maintaining confidentiality and using tact, empathy, persuasion and reassurance.Observe, assess and respond to patients needs appropriately, escalating concerns to Nursing staff as required including instigating emergency procedures as per policy.Organises self and supervises other junior staff or learners in general work tasks or when delivering patient care with supervision from nursing staff.Prioritises a range of delegated clinical care duties.Acting on own initiative, undertake personal care duties and support activities of daily living, e.g. mouth care, personal hygiene and toileting needs, demonstrating person centred care.Assist the registered healthcare practitioners with clinical tasks, follow care plans, notice and report changes, assist with risk assessments, obtain samples and some specimens.Safely deliver care duties including manoeuvring of patient equipment such as hoists and wheelchairs.Gather evidence to assist registered healthcare practitioner in obtaining a patient/client history.Undertake delegated procedures as required within the limits of required training and measured competence e.g venepuncture / ECG recording / blood glucose monitoring, clinical observations, taking specimens, escalating any abnormalities to the registered nurse.Support of patients feeding, diet and nutritional needs and accurately record patients nutritional intake and fluid intake and output, noticing and reporting changes to the nursing staff.Ensure patient property is managed as per Trust policy.Monitor levels of supplies and order supplies for the department as appropriateDemonstrates own duties to new starters, contributing to the learning environment. Where requested, supports/supervises work of students and other junior staff.Occasionally participates in audits, surveys, development activities.To work in line with Trust policies and proceduresContributes to maintaining a safe, healthy working environment.Follow the principles for implementing a duty of care, always acting in the best interest of individuals to ensure they do not come to harm.Work in partnership with the individual, their carers/ families and the wider healthcare team.Maintain and further develop your own skills and knowledge through development and learning activities; maintain evidence of your personal development and actively prepare for and participate in appraisal.Participate in team handovers.
Job description
Person Specification
Our ValuesEssentialWe are KindWe are OpenWe are Inclusive
Qualifications
EssentialNVQ level 3 Health and Social Care or equivalentCare Certificate (equivalent to level 1)Literacy and numeracy functional skills level 2 or equivalentKnowledge and
Experience
EssentialKnowledge of personal care and related proceduresDemonstrable
Experience
of working in a patient care/health related roleKnowledge of relevant legislation related to healthcare
Experience
of working in a teamSkillsEssentialAbility to communicate effectively in both verbal and written formatsGood interpersonal skillsAble to work within a team
Experience
of supporting junior staff and learnersAble to accept direction and guidenceAware of own limitationsFlexible working hoursAble to prioritise your own workload and manage time effectivelyFlexible, adaptable and responsive to changeReliable and professionalAbility to cope in stressful and challenging situationsInclusive and non-judgmentalPunctual, motivated and committedEffective role model demonstrating Trust valuesBasic IT skillsOtherEssentialFrequent moderate effort for several long periods during the shift such as manual handling patients to support patient's personal careConcentration, focus and frequent record keeping requirements. Carrying out time critical tasksAware that developing resilience to distressing situations is necessary without losing the ability to care compassionatelyAware of the process for accessing staff health and wellbeing supportDaily exposure to distressing situations which may include challenging behaviour, care of chronic health conditions, patient end of life care/care after deathAble to carry out direct clinical care as required on ward or departmentPotential blood or body fluids exposure
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
We are looking for an
Experience
d Endoscopy Health Care Assistants or you are an existing Health Care Assistant who wishes to have a career change and want to work in a more specialist area and have further career development, with a passion for learning Endoscopy.If you are looking to join an energetic and vibrant department that truly makes a difference to people's lives on a daily basis, we would like to hear from you.Join us on our exciting journey of expansion here at Southport and Ormskirk Hospital. Here at Southport and Ormskirk we are actively working towards securing accreditation through the Joint Advisory Group (JAG) on Gastrointestinal Endoscopy as high-quality gastrointestinal endoscopy service.Our focus at all times is on ensuring that our patients receive high quality treatment quickly, in clean and comfortable surroundings.You will be working as part of a friendly, welcoming and expert Multidisciplinary Endoscopy Team who are friendly, enthusiastic and encouraging in a happy working environment.Mentoring, training and guidance will be provided to the successful candidate.Previous applicants need not apply
Main duties of the job
An HCA role with the team will vary from day to day, including admission and recovery of patients, to assisting with patient care in the procedure rooms after completion of training. It is a busy, active role. As part of the team, you would rotate throughout the different roles across both sites.We work with many specialities including gastroenterology, urology, colorectal, respiratory, and vascular. Training is provided in house, with support from external sources.Previous
Experience
in endoscopy would be a strong advantage but relevant healthcare
Experience
will be considered.The successful candidate will work closely with both Medical and Nursing Staff within the department, who think of the Patient first and always uphold the Trusts values.Our Endoscopy service is base across two sites, with the Ormskirk site being the centre of our high-volume activity. We work collaboratively with the Medical and Surgical Teams ensuring a seamless journey for our patients.We are looking for a motivated individual to join our team of nurses working within our busy endoscopy departments which are currently working towards achieving JAG accreditation. If you are eager to learn, have a flexible approach to work and are reliable and enthusiastic, we would like to hear from you. You should have excellent skills and commitment to continuing professional development.
About us
Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust serves a population of over 600,000 with a workforce of over 9000 dedicated and skilled staff across 21 sites.We strongly believe that the communities we serve should all have access to Five Star Patient Care.Our Services:Acute CareProviding emergency and maternity services at Whiston, Southport and Ormskirk hospitals, and medical and surgical specialties across all our sites.Primary CareProviding primary care services at Marshalls Cross Medical Centre situated in St Helens Hospital.Community ServicesProviding adult community services for St Helens and a wheelchair service in Chorley, South Ribble, and West Lancashire. Our inpatient unit at Newton Community Hospital is where patients needing acute hospital beds can continue rehabilitation, freeing up space for more unwell patients. We also provide urgent care at our Urgent Treatment Centre located in St Helens town centre.Specialist Regional ServicesWe provide the Mersey Regional Burns & Plastic Surgery Unit at Whiston Hospital and the Spinal Injuries Unit at Southport Hospital to more than 4 million people across the whole of Merseyside, West Lancashire, Cheshire, Isle of Man and North Wales.Achievements:Rated Outstanding by CQC Inspection August 2Top 100 places to work in the NHS (NHS Employers & Health Service Journal)National Preceptorship Accreditation (2023) for Nursing & AHP Preceptorship Programme
Details
Date posted
November 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for changeBandBand 3
Salary
£24,937 to £26,598 a year per annum, pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time
Reference number
409-7443119-A
Job location
sSouthport and Ormskirk HospitalWigan RoadOrmskirkL39 2AZ
Job description
Job responsibilities
Work as part of a team and duties will be delegated by the registered healthcare professional.Act within the scope of your training and competence, knowing who to ask for help and support if you are not sure.Work within agreed ways of working, following relevant Trust standards, policies and protocols.Communicate compassionately and effectively with individuals and their families, carers and health care practitioners using a range of techniques, maintaining confidentiality and using tact, empathy, persuasion and reassurance.Observe, assess and respond to patients needs appropriately, escalating concerns to Nursing staff as required including instigating emergency procedures as per policy.Organises self and supervises other junior staff or learners in general work tasks or when delivering patient care with supervision from nursing staff.Prioritises a range of delegated clinical care duties.Acting on own initiative, undertake personal care duties and support activities of daily living, e.g. mouth care, personal hygiene and toileting needs, demonstrating person centred care.Assist the registered healthcare practitioners with clinical tasks, follow care plans, notice and report changes, assist with risk assessments, obtain samples and some specimens.Safely deliver care duties including manoeuvring of patient equipment such as hoists and wheelchairs.Gather evidence to assist registered healthcare practitioner in obtaining a patient/client history.Undertake delegated procedures as required within the limits of required training and measured competence e.g venepuncture / ECG recording / blood glucose monitoring, clinical observations, taking specimens, escalating any abnormalities to the registered nurse.Support of patients feeding, diet and nutritional needs and accurately record patients nutritional intake and fluid intake and output, noticing and reporting changes to the nursing staff.Ensure patient property is managed as per Trust policy.Monitor levels of supplies and order supplies for the department as appropriateDemonstrates own duties to new starters, contributing to the learning environment. Where requested, supports/supervises work of students and other junior staff.Occasionally participates in audits, surveys, development activities.To work in line with Trust policies and proceduresContributes to maintaining a safe, healthy working environment.Follow the principles for implementing a duty of care, always acting in the best interest of individuals to ensure they do not come to harm.Work in partnership with the individual, their carers/ families and the wider healthcare team.Maintain and further develop your own skills and knowledge through development and learning activities; maintain evidence of your personal development and actively prepare for and participate in appraisal.Participate in team handovers.
Job description
Person Specification
Our ValuesEssentialWe are KindWe are OpenWe are Inclusive
Qualifications
EssentialNVQ level 3 Health and Social Care or equivalentCare Certificate (equivalent to level 1)Literacy and numeracy functional skills level 2 or equivalentKnowledge and
Experience
EssentialKnowledge of personal care and related proceduresDemonstrable
Experience
of working in a patient care/health related roleKnowledge of relevant legislation related to healthcare
Experience
of working in a teamSkillsEssentialAbility to communicate effectively in both verbal and written formatsGood interpersonal skillsAble to work within a team
Experience
of supporting junior staff and learnersAble to accept direction and guidenceAware of own limitationsFlexible working hoursAble to prioritise your own workload and manage time effectivelyFlexible, adaptable and responsive to changeReliable and professionalAbility to cope in stressful and challenging situationsInclusive and non-judgmentalPunctual, motivated and committedEffective role model demonstrating Trust valuesBasic IT skillsOtherEssentialFrequent moderate effort for several long periods during the shift such as manual handling patients to support patient's personal careConcentration, focus and frequent record keeping requirements. Carrying out time critical tasksAware that developing resilience to distressing situations is necessary without losing the ability to care compassionatelyAware of the process for accessing staff health and wellbeing supportDaily exposure to distressing situations which may include challenging behaviour, care of chronic health conditions, patient end of life care/care after deathAble to carry out direct clinical care as required on ward or departmentPotential blood or body fluids exposure
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
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To work as a Health Care Assistant (HCA) in the UK, you will need a variety of skills and qualities to provide effective care and support to patients. Here are some essential skills and qualifications:
1. Communication Skills: Ability to communicate clearly and empathetically with patients, their families, and other healthcare professionals.
2. Interpersonal Skills: Building rapport with patients and providing emotional support is crucial.
3. Compassion and Empathy: Understanding the feelings and experiences of patients to provide the best possible care.
4. Physical Stamina and Strength: The role may involve lifting and moving patients, as well as being on your feet for long periods.
5. Teamwork: Collaborating with other healthcare professionals to deliver coordinated care.
6. Patience and Resilience: Caring for patients, especially those with complex needs, can be challenging, so patience is essential.
7. Attention to Detail: Noticing changes in a patient's condition and following care plans accurately.
8. Basic IT Skills: Many healthcare environments use electronic patient records, so familiarity with computers is beneficial.
9. Organizational Skills: Managing your time and priorities effectively to ensure that all patient needs are met.
10. Understanding of Health and Safety Regulations: Knowledge of infection control, safeguarding, and maintaining a safe environment for both patients and staff.
11. Basic Clinical Skills: Depending on the setting, you may need skills such as taking vital signs (temperature, pulse, blood pressure), assisting with personal care, and understanding basic medical terminology.
Qualifications
While formal qualifications are not always required to become an HCA, some employers may prefer candidates with:
- Relevant Experience: Experience in care settings, either paid or voluntary, is highly valued.
- NVQs or Diplomas: Qualifications in Health and Social Care, such as an NVQ Level 2 or 3, can enhance your employability.
- Basic First Aid Certification: Having this certification can be beneficial.
Additional Training
Many employers offer on-the-job training, and you may also be expected to complete mandatory training courses, such as:
- Manual handling
- Health and safety
- Safeguarding vulnerable adults and children
- Infection prevention and control
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