Healthcare Assistant

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 23 April 2026
LOCATION
Bury St Edmunds
TYPE
Temporary
LEVEL
Entry-level
CATEGORY
Healthcare
This employer holds a UK Home Office sponsor license — sponsorship for this specific role is at the employer’s discretion

SKILLS

Patient Care Communication Skills Health and Safety Medical Procedures Teamwork IT Skills

FULL DESCRIPTION

Healthcare Assistant

Bury St Edmunds

Posted 9 months ago

Job Title: Healthcare Assistant

East of England, Suffolk, Bury St Edmunds

Temporary, expected to work Part-Time hours

Health, Medical and related

- Providing high-quality care and support to patients in a healthcare setting - Assisting with daily activities such as feeding, bathing, and dressing patients - Monitoring and recording patient vital signs - Assisting healthcare professionals with medical procedures - Ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients - Communicating effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members

- NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care or equivalent - Previous experience working in a healthcare setting - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills - Ability to work effectively as part of a team - Basic understanding of medical terminology and procedures - Driver with Access to a vehicle

Minimum of GCSEs in English and Maths

Previous experience working as a Healthcare Assistant

- Knowledge of health and safety regulations - Ability to follow instructions and protocols - Empathy and compassion towards patients - Basic IT skills

- NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care - First Aid certification

The Healthcare Assistant role involves working in a healthcare environment, which may include exposure to illnesses and medical procedures. The position requires standing for extended periods and lifting/moving patients. Part-Time hours are expected with potential for flexible shifts.

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