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From the employer's careers site First seen 26 Oct 2026

Healthcare Assistant - Wards

Salary

£24,947 per year

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Description

We are seeking a Healthcare Assistant to join our team in the Wards department at Circle Rehabilitation in Birmingham. This is a full-time role for 37.5 hours a week with a fixed term contract for 6 months and a salary of £24,947.00 per year.

As a Healthcare Assistant, you will assist patients with personal hygiene, washing, dressing, toileting, oral care, and mobility needs, respecting their preferences and dignity. You will also help patients with eating, drinking, and nutritional support, including documenting intake where appropriate. Additionally, you will provide comfort and emotional support to patients and relatives, creating a caring and safe environment.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Assisting patients with personal care and hygiene
  • Supporting patients with eating, drinking, and nutrition
  • Providing emotional support to patients and relatives
  • Carrying out routine observations such as blood pressure and temperature
  • Supporting basic clinical procedures
  • Preparing and maintaining clinical areas
  • Working collaboratively with nurses, doctors, and other healthcare professionals

To be considered for this role, you should have:

  • Previous experience in a care or health support role
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills with a caring, compassionate attitude
  • Ability to follow instructions and escalate concerns appropriately
  • Basic literacy, numeracy, and IT skills
  • Physical ability to undertake duties including moving and handling tasks
  • NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent qualification) desirable
  • Knowledge of safeguarding, infection control, and confidentiality procedures

We offer a range of benefits, including:

  • 25 days holiday per year + bank holidays, increasing to 30 days with service
  • Private Pension Scheme
  • Private Healthcare Scheme
  • Friends & Family Hospital Discounts
  • Family Friendly policies
  • Non-contributory life insurance
  • Staff engagement hub with access to discounts and rewards
  • Access to resources, tools and services to support your wellbeing
  • Employee recognition programmes
  • Industry leading training and development opportunities

Skills

Required

  • personal care
  • communication skills
  • emotional support
  • clinical procedures
  • safeguarding
  • infection control
  • confidentiality

Nice to have

  • NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care
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