Healthcare Assistant - Circle Health Group

Job description

OverviewHealthcare Assistant at The Blackheath Hospital in London, part of the Circle Health Group. This is a full‐time, 37.5‐hour permanent role covering flexible shifts in the Theatre department.

Duties Of This Role Include

Assist patients with personal hygiene, washing, dressing, toileting, oral care, and mobility needs.

Help patients with eating, drinking, and nutritional support, including documenting intake where appropriate.

Provide comfort and emotional support to patients and relatives, creating a caring and safe environment.

Carry out and accurately record routine observations such as blood pressure, pulse, respiratory rate, temperature, oxygen saturation, and blood glucose levels (after appropriate training).

Support basic clinical procedures, including wound care setup, assisting with catheter care, pressure area prevention, and mobility aids.

Prepare and maintain clinical areas, including trolleys, beds, and equipment in readiness for patient use.

Work collaboratively with nurses, doctors, therapists, and admin teams to support safe and efficient patient care.

Applicants Should Meet The Following Criteria

Previous experience in a care or health support role (hospital, care home, community, or domiciliary).

Hospital/Theatre experience desirable.

Good communication and interpersonal skills with a caring, compassionate attitude.

Ability to follow instructions and escalated concerns appropriately.

Basic literacy, numeracy, and IT skills.

Physically able 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.

Salary & Benefits

Salary up to £25,000.00 per year (depending on experience, training, and qualification).

25 days holiday per year + bank holidays, increasing to 30 days with service.

Private Pension Scheme.

Private Healthcare Scheme for treatment at our hospitals, covering pre‐existing medical conditions.

Friends & Family Hospital Discounts.

Family‐friendly policies, including enhanced maternity, paternity & adoption pay.

Non‐contributory life insurance.

Staff engagement hub with access to discounts, rewards and voluntary benefits.

Resources, tools and services to support wellbeing.

Employee recognition programmes.

Industry‐leading training and development opportunities.

and much more!

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

London

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

26-05-2026

Profession type

Health / Medical

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English