Ward Host
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Ward Host
[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is seeking a Ward Host for a permanent full-time role at Nuffield Health Oxford Hospital. Salary: £12.81 per hour (approx. £24,980 per year). Closing date: 15 May 2026.
About the Role
As a Ward Host, you'll help make patients feel comfortable and cared for by serving meals, keeping things clean and organised, and being a friendly, reassuring presence on the ward. No previous healthcare experience needed.
Key Responsibilities
- Preparing and serving meals to patients
- Offering tea, coffee and snacks throughout the day
- Chatting with patients and helping them feel comfortable and supported
- Keeping the ward pantry clean, tidy and well organised
- Washing up and helping with day-to-day tasks
- Topping up vending machines
- Working closely with the kitchen and ward team
What We're Looking For
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Good communication skills
- Team player
- Basic literacy and numeracy
- Willingness to learn
- Food Hygiene Level 2 (nice to have)
Benefits
- One free meal and one drink per shift
- Full uniform, shoes and PPE provided
- Full training provided
- Wellbeing support and 24/7 virtual GP
- Employee discounts
- Pension scheme and life insurance
- Cycle to Work scheme
About [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]
[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is a global leader in services that improve Quality of Life, operating in 55 countries. We are committed to being an inclusive employer and a Disability Confident Leader.
Location
Nuffield Health the Manor Hospital, Oxford, UK (OX3). No on-site parking; 5-minute walk from John Radcliffe Hospital.