Band 3 Health Care Assistant - Gynaecology Outpatients / Oncology

Job description

Band 3 Health Care Assistant - Gynaecology Outpatients / OncologyWe are passionate about getting it right for patients and their families. In order to achieve this we are looking to appoint a compassionate, enthusiastic, motivated and caring nursing healthcare assistant (HCA) who has proven experience in providing care.

The successful candidate will join our busy, friendly clinical team of Clinical Nurse specialists, Nurses and Doctors to deliver safe and effective care to patients who are having general outpatient gynaecology appointments and outpatient diagnostic procedures at both Barnet General and Chase Farm Hospitals, the successful candidate will be expected to work at both of these hospital sites in our Gynaecology Outpatient / Oncology Clinics.

A vital part of this role will be acting as a support and chaperone to the patient so we are looking for someone that has excellent communication skills and who can build an excellent relationship with our patients quickly.

Main duties of the jobAs a member of the multidisciplinary team the post holder will contribute to the delivery of patients' individual care under the direction and supervision of a registered nurse.

The Senior Nursing Assistant demonstrates a level of skill and understanding which enables them to undertake specific tasks delegated by the nurse in charge and in accordance with relevant procedures, guidelines and policies. S/he will undertake both routine and specially identified tasks for which they have been trained and assessed as competent.

Assist with the induction, supervision and training and development of Band 2 Nursing Assistants under the supervision of a registered nurse.

To support gynae oncology team as well as gynae outpatient team with chaperoning duties.

There is the opportunity to develop within the role and undertake further training and development.

To act as a role model for student nurses and colleagues.

This job will be a mixture of Monday to Friday, with some evening clinics and weekends.

Person Specification

Royal Free World Class Values: Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust Values

Education

Knowledge of personal care and related procedures

Willing to develop and work towards new diploma Level 2 or equivalent

Demonstrable literacy and numeracy skills

NVQ Level 2 or Equivalent

New Diploma Level 2 or equivalent

Experience

Previous experience of team work

Interest or experience within a carer role/setting

Previous experience of customer care

Skills and Aptitudes

Ability to provide individualised care and empathy

Good organisational skills

Able to communicate effectively with patients, relatives and multi-disciplinary team

Ability to work in a team

Able to demonstrate an awareness of the important of confidentiality/privacy and dignity

Can explain the principles of infection control

Willing to develop own knowledge and practice

Personal Qualities

Has a caring, compassionate and professional nature

Demonstrates self-motivation and common sense

Diplomatic and calm

Ability to work as a team and form professional relationships with colleagues

Flexibility in shift and working patterns to meet the needs of the service

Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Senior Gynae Sister, Barnet & Chase Farm Hospitals

£30,630 to £32,346 a year, inclusive of HCAS

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Barnet

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

26-05-2026

Profession type

Home Care Jobs

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