Health Care Assistant - Southport & Ormskirk SitesinSouthportinSouthportPUBLISHED SAT 29 MAR 2025
Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patient care and recovery in a supportive environment.
Entry point into the NHS, serving as a stepping stone for a rewarding career in healthcare.
Diverse workplace that welcomes individuals from various ethnic and cultural backgrounds.
Full training and professional development support available, enhancing skills for future career progression.
Working as part of a dedicated healthcare team in a prestigious Trust rated 'Outstanding' by the CQC.
Flexible working patterns with a variety of shifts, allowing for a better work-life balance.
Competitive salary and job security with permanent contract options available.
Join our dedicated team as a Health Care Assistant at Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust, where you'll play a vital role in nurturing patient care across our vibrant Southport and Ormskirk sites. This is an exciting opportunity for compassionate individuals, especially women looking to make a difference in healthcare. As an HCA, you’ll work closely with our nursing staff, providing essential support to patients and helping create a warm and healing environment that promotes recovery. You’ll be on the front lines, delivering direct care and ensuring high standards of patient dignity and safety.
We understand that the right qualities and skills can come from various backgrounds, and we're here to welcome those who share our commitment to caring for others. With a salary starting at £23,615 per annum, we offer permanent, full-time, and part-time roles to fit your lifestyle. You'll enjoy structured training, professional development, and the chance to contribute to an outstanding service that has been rated as "Outstanding" by the CQC. If you’re ready to embark on a rewarding journey in the NHS, apply today and be a part of our mission to deliver Five Star Patient Care!
We understand that the right qualities and skills can come from various backgrounds, and we're here to welcome those who share our commitment to caring for others. With a salary starting at £23,615 per annum, we offer permanent, full-time, and part-time roles to fit your lifestyle. You'll enjoy structured training, professional development, and the chance to contribute to an outstanding service that has been rated as "Outstanding" by the CQC. If you’re ready to embark on a rewarding journey in the NHS, apply today and be a part of our mission to deliver Five Star Patient Care!
Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patient care and recovery in a supportive environment.
Entry point into the NHS, serving as a stepping stone for a rewarding career in healthcare.
Diverse workplace that welcomes individuals from various ethnic and cultural backgrounds.
Full training and professional development support available, enhancing skills for future career progression.
Working as part of a dedicated healthcare team in a prestigious Trust rated 'Outstanding' by the CQC.
Flexible working patterns with a variety of shifts, allowing for a better work-life balance.
Competitive salary and job security with permanent contract options available.
Job Summary
Healthcare Assistants are a vital part of our MWL team, they support nursing staff and patients across a wide range of specialties, wards, and department across the Trust.
We have exciting opportunities available across both Southport and Ormskirk sites at Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospital.
You must be available to work ALL required shifts over 7 days including earlies, lates and nights due to service demands.
We welcome and encourage a range of individual with various race, ethnicity and cultural backgrounds to join our outstanding team and consider a career as a Healthcare Assistant. Becoming an HCA can be the perfect entry point into the NHS with the qualities and skills required. Many individuals possess the right transferrable skills and core values developed from different sectors and have experiences providing care for others.
Main duties of the job
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:
26 March 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 2
Salary
£23,615 a year per annum (pro rata if part time)
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time
Reference number
409-6941197-B
Job locations
Southport & Ormskirk Hospital
Town Lane Kew
Southport
PR8 6PN
Job Description
Job responsibilities
Healthcare Assistants are a vital part of our MWL team, they support nursing staff and patients across a wide range of specialties, wards, and department across the Trust.
We have exciting opportunities available across both Southport and Ormskirk sites at Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospital.
You must be available to work ALL required shifts over 7 days including earlies, lates and nights due to service demands.
We welcome and encourage a range of individual with various race, ethnicity and cultural backgrounds to join our outstanding team and consider a career as a Healthcare Assistant. Becoming an HCA can be the perfect entry point into the NHS with the qualities and skills required. Many individuals possess the right transferrable skills and core values developed from different sectors and have experiences providing care for others.
Main duties of the job
- The post-holder will carry out assigned tasks involving direct care in support of and supervised by a Registered Nurse.
- To support the qualified Nursing Staff in the maintenance of high standards of nursing care to patients.
- To assist in providing an environment within the ward that is conductive to patient recovery and pleasant for patients and their families.
- To accept responsibility for specifically delegated functions within the ward which the Nurse in Charge feels are appropriate for untrained staff to undertake.
- To ensure where entries are made in nursing documentation, that these are correct, legible and comprehensive and countersigned by a registered nurse.
- To understand and adhere to all Trust Policies.
- To ensure the Health and Safety of patients, relatives and other staff is considered and not prejudiced by the post-holder at any time.
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 2
- Top 100 places to work in the NHS (NHS Employers & Health Service Journal)
- National Preceptorship Accreditation (2023) for Nursing & AHP Preceptorship Programme
26 March 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 2
Salary
£23,615 a year per annum (pro rata if part time)
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time
Reference number
409-6941197-B
Job locations
Southport & Ormskirk Hospital
Town Lane Kew
Southport
PR8 6PN
Job Description
Job responsibilities
- To work as part of the Nursing Team undertaking household support tasks and direct care tasks as delegated by the Nurse in Charge.
- To support the qualified Nursing Staff in the maintenance of high standards of nursing care to patients.
- To assist in providing an environment within the ward that is conductive to patient recovery and pleasant for patients and their families.
- To accept responsibility for specifically delegated functions within the ward which the Nurse in Charge feels are appropriate for untrained staff to undertake.
- To ensure where entres are made in nursing documentation, that these are correct, legible and comprehensive and countersigned by a registered nurse.
- To understand and adhere to all Trust Policies.
- To ensure the Health and Safety of patients, relatives and other staff is considered and not prejudiced by the post-holder at any time
- To ensure that privacy and dignity of patients is paramount and is not compromised.
- To ensure that all patient information is confidential and is not disclosed to a third party except with permission of the Nurse in Charge.
- To report any untoward incidents/occurrences.
- To ensure that all patient care is delivered with the highest degree of professionalism.
- To present an appearance which gives a positive image of the Trust and a manner which is appropriate and which inspires confidence.
- To attend specifically fire and lifting and handling lectures annually and ensure appropriate updates are attended once H.C.A. training is complete.
- To participate in an annual performance review undertaken with the Ward Manager to identify personal development needs.
- Ensure patient records are kept up to date and accurate and recording is done in line with Trust policies and procedures.
- To work as part of the Nursing Team undertaking household support tasks and direct care tasks as delegated by the Nurse in Charge.
- To support the qualified Nursing Staff in the maintenance of high standards of nursing care to patients.
- To assist in providing an environment within the ward that is conductive to patient recovery and pleasant for patients and their families.
- To accept respo
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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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