Senior Healthcare Assistant
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James Paget University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Senior Healthcare Assistant
The closing date is 04 November 2026
Job summary
Band 2 & 3 Healthcare Assistant (HCA) - Ward 4
We are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Healthcare Assistant to join our busy Ward 4, specialising in Neurology, Renal, Rheumatology and General Medicine.
You will be part of a supportive, value-led multidisciplinary team, committed to delivering safe, high-quality, patient-centred care. We welcome applicants who are hard-working, compassionate, reliable and motivated to learn, and who take pride in supporting patients and colleagues alike.
Our dedicated education and practice development team provides ongoing training and development opportunities to support your professional growth and help you build new skills within a diverse clinical environment.
This role will suit someone who:
- Thrives in a fast-paced clinical setting
- Works well under pressure
- Is kind, flexible and patient-focused
- Takes responsibility and pride in their work
Applications are welcomed from candidates who may not currently meet all the essential Band 3 criteria. In these cases, applicants may be appointed at Band 2, with a clear opportunity to progress to Band 3 upon successful completion of additional skills training and competency development.
Visa Sponsorship Applications are welcome from all suitably qualified candidates. Applicants requiring visa sponsorship must meet Home Office eligibility requirements. Sponsorship is not routinely available for this role and cannot be guaranteed.Main duties of the job
We are looking for a motivated and compassionate Healthcare Assistant who brings enthusiasm and professionalism to their role. The ideal candidate will demonstrate:
- Proven experience as a Healthcare Assistant, ideally within an acute or emergency hospital setting
- A proactive, can-do attitude, with the ability to recognise what needs doing and take initiative
- A genuine commitment to learning and development, with a willingness to build skills and knowledge
- A strong team player who is supportive, respectful, and maintains a positive and professional approach at all times
- Someone who is kind, reliable and patient-focused, consistently striving to deliver excellent standards of care
In return, we offer a supportive and welcoming team environment, excellent training and development opportunities, and the chance to make a real difference to patients every day. This is an environment where your contribution is recognised, valued, and supported.
About us
Working within Ward 4 at the James Paget University Hospital is both rewarding and strongly team-focused. Guided by our Trust Values, we work collaboratively to deliver the highest standards of care, take accountability for our practice, and treat every patient and colleague with respect, compassion and dignity.
We foster an environment where staff feel empowered to speak up, share ideas and contribute to service improvement, supported by our dedicated in-house education team. Learning, development and continuous improvement are embedded in our ward culture, enabling individuals to grow and succeed.
We are looking for people who are proactive, kind and committed to doing the right thing, even when working under pressure.
If you value hard work, shared purpose and being part of a supportive, inclusive team, then Ward 4 is the place for you.
Details
Date posted
28 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 2
Salary
£25,272 to £27,476 a year Per Annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time
Reference number
177-EMER-8365121
Job locations
James Paget University Hospital
Gorleston-on-Sea
NR31 6LA
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the Job Description and Person Specification for a full and comprehensive overview for this position.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the Job Description and Person Specification for a full and comprehensive overview for this position.
Person Specification
Education and Qualification
Essential
- Good general standard of education in Mathematics and English at GCSE level or equivalent to Level 1 Literacy and Numeracy
- Care certificate or equivalent
- Current or recent HCA experience
- Ability to work with multi- agency team
- Demonstrate through previous experience the ability to escalate concerns
Desirable
- Relevant course to role (eg: NVQ level 2)
- Experience of high pressure healthcare environment
Experience and knowledge
Essential
- Cannulation and/or venepuncture skill
- Demonstrates kindness, compassion and empathy
- Demonstrates punctuality and good time keeping
- ability to support patient and families
- computer keyboard skills
Desirable
- Demonstrates understanding of patient advocacy
- demonstrates further training/self development
Skills and abilities
Essential
- Completed any additional HCA training
- Demonstrates kindness, compassion and empathy
- Demonstrate collaboration
- Is confident to speak up when things are not right
Education and Qualification
Essential
- Good general standard of education in Mathematics and English at GCSE level or equivalent to Level 1 Literacy and Numeracy
- Care certificate or equivalent
- Current or recent HCA experience
- Ability to work with multi- agency team
- Demonstrate through previous experience the ability to escalate concerns
Desirable
- Relevant course to role (eg: NVQ level 2)
- Experience of high pressure healthcare environment
Experience and knowledge
Essential
- Cannulation and/or venepuncture skill
- Demonstrates kindness, compassion and empathy
- Demonstrates punctuality and good time keeping
- ability to support patient and families
- computer keyboard skills
Desirable
- Demonstrates understanding of patient advocacy
- demonstrates further training/self development
Skills and abilities
Essential
- Completed any additional HCA training
- Demonstrates kindness, compassion and empathy
- Demonstrate collaboration
- Is confident to speak up when things are not right
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Employer details
Employer name
James Paget University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
James Paget University Hospital
Gorleston-on-Sea
NR31 6LA
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.jpaget.nhs.uk/work-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
James Paget University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
James Paget University Hospital
Gorleston-on-Sea
NR31 6LA
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.jpaget.nhs.uk/work-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Senior Sister
Jade Miiller
01493453538
Details
Date posted
28 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 2
Salary
£25,272 to £27,476 a year Per Annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time
Reference number
177-EMER-8365121
Job locations
James Paget University Hospital
Gorleston-on-Sea
NR31 6LA
United Kingdom
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