Healthcare Assistant - Lipton Ward
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The Walton Centre NHS Foundation Trust Healthcare Assistant - Lipton Ward
The closing date is 30 September 2026
Job summary
*Please note that due UKVI rules, we are unable to provide visa sponsorship any employees at Band 2.*
Under the supervision of a registered nurse assisting the Ward / Department team in providing the highest possible standard of care for patients and their families/carer. The post holder will undertake a range of tasks and duties as delegated by a registered nurse.
The post is advertised at Band 3, however applicants who do not yet meet all Band 3 competencies may be appointed at Band 2 on a developmental basis. The Trust will support successful candidates appointed at Band 2 to achieve the required competencies, with progression to Band 3 once these are met.
Competencies must be achieved within a maximum of 6 months.
Please do not apply if you are unable to meet the required shift patterns including night shifts and bank holiday cover.
Main duties of the job
- Promotes effective communication within the multi-disciplinary team and takesmeasures to overcome communication difficulties
- Contributes to the management of aggressive and abusive behaviour
- General bed making/making up of clean beds in readiness for new admissions, and operation beds.
- Clear and clean vacated bed spaces and prepare ready for use according to the ward/unit protocol.
- Prepare used linen bags for collection by Porters and ensure adequate supply of linen bags/skips ready for use.
- Assist in maintaining a clean and safe environment in all areas.
- Safe disposal of clinical waste and sharps as per Trust policy
- Attend to the needs of visitors and patients particularly those who may be distressed or bereaved.
- Care for patients property, including valuables, in accordance with Trust policy.
- Obtain demographic details and social history from patients/visitors to assist in theadmission process.
- Attend induction course and complete orientation programme in order to achieve core competencies
- Participate in orientation, support and instruction of new and less experienced staff.
- Acknowledge limitations of knowledge and clinical skills
- Seek appropriate advice and support
About us
The Walton Centre NHS Foundation Trust is the only NHS trust to hold dual accreditation for the Investors in People. We invest in people and we invest in wellbeing standards and have been awarded Gold status for both. The Walton Centre is a leader in the treatment and care of neurology and neurosurgery, placing the patient and their family at the heart of everything we do. As the only specialist hospital trust in the UK dedicated to providing comprehensive neurology, neurosurgery, spinal and pain management services we are proud to be rated as an Outstanding Trust by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), and champion change throughout the field of neuroscience. Originally formed in 1992, the Trust received Foundation Trust status in 2009.
With around 1,450 staff, The Walton Centre treats more than 127,000 outpatients and 18,000 inpatients each year. We have leading specialists and incredibly dedicated staff delivering excellent clinical outcomes for brain, spinal and neurological care nationally and internationally. Teams across our site in Fazakerley, Liverpool, offer a world-class service in diagnosing and treating injuries and illnesses affecting the brain, spine and peripheral nerves and muscles, and in supporting people suffering from a wide range of long-term neurological conditions.
Details
Date posted
16 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 2
Salary
£25,272 a year pro rata, per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time
Reference number
160-8240203
Job locations
walton centre
lower lane
liverpool
L9 7LJ
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see both Band 2 and Band 3 Job Descriptions for full details and responsibilities.
Please also review Person Specifications for each Band
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see both Band 2 and Band 3 Job Descriptions for full details and responsibilities.
Please also review Person Specifications for each Band
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ Level 2 qualification in healthcare
- Willingness to undertake further study
Skills and Attributes
Essential
- Experience in a similar care environment
- Experience of working as part of a team
- To have awareness of their role in the hospital setting
Skills and Attributes
Essential
- Understanding of quality and change in the clinical setting.
- Ability to communicate in a variety of settings with patients of varying levels of understanding
- Able to present information and refer questions to others where appropriate.
- Able to deal with sensitive issues with tact and diplomacy.
- An understanding of prioritising nurse care.
- Basic IT skills in email.
- Basic understanding of NHS issues.
- Ability to develop effective interpersonal relationships with colleagues in the health care setting.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Other
Essential
- Demonstrate an understanding of how to behave in a clinical environment
- Participation in flexible work patterns to suit the needs of the service.
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ Level 2 qualification in healthcare
- Willingness to undertake further study
Skills and Attributes
Essential
- Experience in a similar care environment
- Experience of working as part of a team
- To have awareness of their role in the hospital setting
Skills and Attributes
Essential
- Understanding of quality and change in the clinical setting.
- Ability to communicate in a variety of settings with patients of varying levels of understanding
- Able to present information and refer questions to others where appropriate.
- Able to deal with sensitive issues with tact and diplomacy.
- An understanding of prioritising nurse care.
- Basic IT skills in email.
- Basic understanding of NHS issues.
- Ability to develop effective interpersonal relationships with colleagues in the health care setting.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Other
Essential
- Demonstrate an understanding of how to behave in a clinical environment
- Participation in flexible work patterns to suit the needs of the service.
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
Employer name
The Walton Centre NHS Foundation Trust
Address
walton centre
lower lane
liverpool
L9 7LJ
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.thewaltoncentre.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
The Walton Centre NHS Foundation Trust
Address
walton centre
lower lane
liverpool
L9 7LJ
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.thewaltoncentre.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
ward manager
jade gerrard
01515563377
Details
Date posted
16 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 2
Salary
£25,272 a year pro rata, per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time
Reference number
160-8240203
Job locations
walton centre
lower lane
liverpool
L9 7LJ
United Kingdom
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