Healthcare Assistant in Guildford inGuildford PUBLISHED FRI 28 MAR 2025 Jump to job information section
Job description
As a leading provider of NHS Services in Surrey, we are passionate about supporting our staff to fulfil their true potential.
To help us achieve this we need to grow our team of Healthcare Assistants across Royal Surrey Hospitals including, St Luke's Cancer Centre and our Community Hospitals and Bank.
You will provide an essential role in the planning and delivery of care under the direction of a registered team member, working hands-on in a hospital environment.
This role is a 24 hour/7 day a week/ 365 day a year position, based on site at the hospitals, covering long days and night shifts.
We are looking for enthusiastic, motivated compassionate people who can embody the 6 Cs of nursing principles to join our team.
Your Training, Development & Progression
The Royal Surrey values its Healthcare Assistants by actively supporting development and education. The successful applicants will be enrolled on a comprehensive induction which is mapped to the Care Certificate Framework. Staff are supported to achieve the National Care Certificate over a period of 3 months and success is celebrated through an award ceremony.
If you already hold the Care Certificate and have experience working in an acute Trust (evidenced), successful candidates could attend a shortened programme, within the existing induction.
Being a Healthcare Assistant
You'll provide a variety of care and support for hospital patients as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
Your Day-to-day Responsibilities Will Include
Please note you will be asked to bring three forms of original ID to the assessment centre.
Royal Surrey is a compassionate and collaborative acute and community Trust. Recognising that our 5000 colleagues are our greatest strength, we offer a comprehensive health and wellbeing program along with a commitment to developing and advancing your career. Our diverse and welcoming Royal Surrey family will ensure you that you feel valued from your initial interview through your entire tenure.
We are clinically led and provide joined up care by bridging the gap between hospital and community services alongside regional specialist cancer care. Our main acute hospital site is in Guildford with community hospital sites at Milford, Haslemere and Cranleigh. We provide adult community health services in homes across Guildford and Waverley.
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) have given us an overall rating of Outstanding.
Royal Surrey has a strong reputation and history to build on. We are proud of our achievements and we are investing in our colleagues through our commitment to supporting professional development as well as investing more than £45 million in our physical environment and new equipment in the next few years. There has never been a better time to join us.
Although it isn't the Trusts normal practice, adverts may close early, so you are encouraged to submit an application as soon as possible.
A video about the Royal Surrey - https://jobsincare.com/job/jblivMwd further details / informal visits contact: Name: Resourcing Team Job title: Resourcing Officer Email address:
To help us achieve this we need to grow our team of Healthcare Assistants across Royal Surrey Hospitals including, St Luke's Cancer Centre and our Community Hospitals and Bank.
You will provide an essential role in the planning and delivery of care under the direction of a registered team member, working hands-on in a hospital environment.
This role is a 24 hour/7 day a week/ 365 day a year position, based on site at the hospitals, covering long days and night shifts.
We are looking for enthusiastic, motivated compassionate people who can embody the 6 Cs of nursing principles to join our team.
Your Training, Development & Progression
The Royal Surrey values its Healthcare Assistants by actively supporting development and education. The successful applicants will be enrolled on a comprehensive induction which is mapped to the Care Certificate Framework. Staff are supported to achieve the National Care Certificate over a period of 3 months and success is celebrated through an award ceremony.
If you already hold the Care Certificate and have experience working in an acute Trust (evidenced), successful candidates could attend a shortened programme, within the existing induction.
Being a Healthcare Assistant
You'll provide a variety of care and support for hospital patients as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
Your Day-to-day Responsibilities Will Include
- Clinical tasks, like collecting samples, swabs and recording patients fluid intake/output.
- Ensuring patients safety and comfort, supporting them with daily activities, including helping them to eat, drink and maintain personal hygiene, and using equipment to move and assist in your care of them.
- Observing temperature, pulse and blood pressure, maintaining patient records and reporting any abnormalities to senior colleagues.
Please note you will be asked to bring three forms of original ID to the assessment centre.
Royal Surrey is a compassionate and collaborative acute and community Trust. Recognising that our 5000 colleagues are our greatest strength, we offer a comprehensive health and wellbeing program along with a commitment to developing and advancing your career. Our diverse and welcoming Royal Surrey family will ensure you that you feel valued from your initial interview through your entire tenure.
We are clinically led and provide joined up care by bridging the gap between hospital and community services alongside regional specialist cancer care. Our main acute hospital site is in Guildford with community hospital sites at Milford, Haslemere and Cranleigh. We provide adult community health services in homes across Guildford and Waverley.
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) have given us an overall rating of Outstanding.
Royal Surrey has a strong reputation and history to build on. We are proud of our achievements and we are investing in our colleagues through our commitment to supporting professional development as well as investing more than £45 million in our physical environment and new equipment in the next few years. There has never been a better time to join us.
Although it isn't the Trusts normal practice, adverts may close early, so you are encouraged to submit an application as soon as possible.
A video about the Royal Surrey - https://jobsincare.com/job/jblivMwd further details / informal visits contact: Name: Resourcing Team Job title: Resourcing Officer Email address:
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If you're interested in this role but you have questions or you're not yet ready to apply, then please book a quick call with us and we'd be happy to answer any questions you have and tell you more about the role.
If you're interested in this role but you have questions or you're not yet ready to apply, then please book a quick call with us and we'd be happy to answer any questions you have and tell you more about the role.
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Useful skills for a Healthcare Assistant:
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To work as a Healthcare Assistant (HCA) in the UK, you need a combination of practical skills, personal qualities, and a basic understanding of healthcare principles. While specific requirements might vary depending on the employer or the care setting, here are the key skills and attributes typically required:
Essential Skills:
1. Communication Skills:
- Ability to communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare professionals.
- Good listening skills to understand patients' needs and concerns.
2. Empathy and Compassion:
- Understanding and sensitivity to the feelings of patients.
- Ability to provide emotional support and reassurance.
3. Basic Clinical Skills:
- Understanding of basic health and hygiene standards.
- Ability to assist with daily living activities (bathing, dressing, feeding, etc.).
- Monitoring vital signs (blood pressure, temperature, pulse) can also be necessary.
4. Teamwork:
- Ability to work collaboratively with other healthcare professionals.
- Being a supportive team player.
5. Time Management:
- Ability to prioritize tasks efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
- Managing time effectively to ensure all patients receive appropriate care.
6. Attention to Detail:
- Being meticulous in following care plans and documenting changes in patients’ conditions.
- Paying close attention to patient safety.
7. Problem Solving Skills:
- Ability to respond to a variety of situations and challenges quickly and effectively.
- Competence in recognizing changes in a patient's condition and taking appropriate action.
8. Physical Stamina:
- Capability to perform physically demanding tasks, such as lifting and moving patients.
- Maintaining energy and stamina for long shifts.
Personal Qualities:
- Patience: Working in healthcare can be challenging; patience is crucial when dealing with patients who may be distressed or unwell.
- Reliability: Being dependable and trustworthy is essential for providing good patient care.
- Adaptability: Flexibility to handle varying work environments and situations.
- Respectfulness: Maintaining dignity for patients and treating them respectfully.
Training and Qualifications:
While formal qualifications may not always be required, having a relevant qualification, such as a Level 2 or Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care, can be beneficial. Some employers provide on-the-job training, and courses in first aid, safeguarding, or infection control may also be useful.
Experience:
Any previous experience in healthcare, customer service, or caring environments can greatly enhance your application. Volunteering in hospitals, care homes, or community services can provide valuable experience and skills.
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