Ward Healthcare Assistant (HCA)

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 7 May 2026
LOCATION
Winchester
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Entry-level
CATEGORY
Healthcare
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SKILLS

NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care Vital signs monitoring Personal care assistance Infection prevention and control Communication skills Teamwork Confidentiality and safeguarding Patient transfers and discharges

FULL DESCRIPTION

Ward Healthcare Assistant (HCA) at [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]

Location: [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], Winchester
Department: Inpatient Wards
Reports To: Ward Manager / Senior Nurse
Contract: Full Time
Salary: Dependant on Experience

Role Summary

We are seeking a compassionate and reliable Healthcare Assistant to join our inpatient ward team. You will support registered nurses in delivering high-quality, patient-centred care within a private hospital environment, ensuring patients feel safe, comfortable, and respected at all times.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assist patients with personal care, including washing, dressing, toileting, and mobility.
  • Support patients with meals and hydration, including assisting with feeding when required.
  • Monitor and record vital signs (e.g., blood pressure, pulse, temperature, oxygen saturation).
  • Assist with patient admissions, transfers, and discharges.
  • Maintain patient dignity, privacy, and confidentiality at all times.
  • Support infection prevention and control procedures.
  • Maintain a clean, safe, and well-organised ward environment.
  • Assist with stock control and equipment preparation.
  • Communicate effectively with patients, relatives, and the multidisciplinary team.
  • Report any concerns or changes in patient condition to a registered nurse promptly.

Person Specification

Essential

  • NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care.
  • Previous experience in a healthcare or care setting.
  • Experience in monitoring vital signs.
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Compassionate, patient-focused approach.
  • Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team.
  • Understanding of confidentiality and safeguarding principles.

Desirable

  • NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care.
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) training.
  • Venepuncture/Cannulation skills/competencies
  • Male/Female Catheterisation skills/competencies

Benefits

  • Competitive salary.
  • Private healthcare cover.
  • Pension scheme.
  • Paid annual leave.
  • Ongoing training and professional development.
  • Supportive working environment.

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