Healthcare Assistant 18 Month Fixed Term -Ward Margate

We are looking for a friendly, flexible and motivated Health care assistant, to join our forward-thinking ward at Spencer Private Hospital in Margate.

Working closely with a team of individuals who provide a professional and competent service in the delivery of health care across the company, youll play a key role in supporting patients who access our services for elective clinical procedures. Delivering and evaluating high standards of evidenced based care to a diverse group of individuals.

The ward delivers high-quality care across a varied range of specialties including, Orthopedic, general surgery and Gynecology services,

The ward consists of 22 single rooms with ensuite facilities.

Interview Date: 22nd June 2026

Job description

JOB PURPOSE

To actively participate in the delivery of a high standard of vital patient centred care

To assist in the delivery of clinical and nonclinical care and safety support clinical staff under team supervision

To participate within a team led environment to the smooth running of the ward and the positive experience of patients that embraces a positive provision of services

KEY RELATIONSHIPS

To be able to interact with other employees, medical staff, consultants, patients and the public

To act in such a manner as to justify public trust and confidence and to always uphold the good standing and reputation of Spencer Private Hospitals

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

To be able to assist with the maintenance of patients hygiene needs ensuring privacy and dignity is maintained.

To report any changes in patients condition or care protocol to the trained staff.

To undertake all training annually

The ability to recognise deteriorating patients and assist if an emergency occurs

To make legible entries in patient documentation, including instructions, requests for investigations, changes in care protocols or patient conditions, with all entries being counter-signed by a trained nurse

Convey any verbal instructions and messages to the appropriate person

Participate in Face to Face and Online Training and Staff Meetings

Assist with the handling and movement of patients in line with Manual Handling Regulations

Escort patients to other departments within the trust

Undertake observations of blood pressure, pulse, temperature, urinalysis, height and weight, BMI and glucose monitoring and recording results in documentation and conveying results to a trained nurse. Ensure out of range results are immediately conveyed to clinical staff

Collection, recording and delivery of specimens to pathology following competency.

Phlebotomy

Record ECGs following Competence

Prepare and maintain environments and equipment before, during and after patient care interventions.

Participate in the Cleaning of the equipment and ward

Stock up the unit with consumables and monitor stock levels

Participate in the monitoring, servicing and checks of equipment and report any faults in equipment.

Undertake dressing procedures following local recommendations, complying with infection control principles and practice.

Give accurate and appropriate information to patients and groups within own competence.

Provide support and encouragement to patients to promote independence as appropriate.

Act as a chaperone, when requested.

Preparation of documentation as directed by clinical staff.

Financial

To utilise all resources within the department effectively

To promote a manner as to justify public trust and confidence and to always uphold the good standing and reputation of Spencer Private Hospitals

Quality

To be involved in the delivery of quality patient care and safety at all times

To ensure the working environment is safe for both patients and staff

To recognise and report any situation which may affect the quality of patient care

To ensure that accidents and complaints are reported to the appropriate senior member of the nursing staff and to participate in local investigations if required

To participate in staff appraisal and the identification of personal needs and set and evaluate personal objectives

To participate in in-house training sessions and attend meetings and discussion when required.

To ensure that all local policies and legal requirements relating to clinical care and Health and Safety are complied with

Workforce

To contribute towards the orientation of newly appointed Healthcare Assistants and non-nursing staff, enhance the students experiences

Equal Opportunities

It is the aim of the hospital to ensure that no job applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of age, sex, race, colour, nationality or ethnic or national origins, or is not placed at a disadvantage by conditions or requirements which cannot be shown to be justifiable. To this end, the hospital has an Equal Opportunities Policy, and it is for each employee to contribute to its success.

Health & Safety

All Employees must be aware of the responsibility placed on them under the Health and Safety at Work Act (1974), to ensure that the agreed safety procedures are carried out to maintain a safe environment for employees and visitors. Individual employees should also refer to specific health and safety requirements within their own job descriptions.

Data Protection

If required to do so, to obtain, process and/or use information held on a computer or word-processor in a fair and lawful way. To hold data only for the specific registered purpose, and not to use or disclose it in any way incompatible with such purpose. To disclose data only to authorised persons or organisations as instructed by Spencer Private Hospitals

Customer Care

It is the aim of the hospital to provide patients and clients with the best possible care and service. In order to meet this aim all of our staff are required, at all times, to put the patient or client first and do their utmost to meet their requests and needs courteously and efficiently.

Confidentiality

To ensure that confidential information is not disclosed about Spencer Private Hospitals (including information regarding patients and staff) to any unauthorised member of staff, or to anyone outside the employment of Spencer Private Hospitals

This job description is intended to reflect, in outline, the responsibilities of the post holder, which may change over time with corporate or local business needs of Spencer Private Hospitals. It will therefore be subject to periodic review and amendment in the light of changing circumstances and following consultation with the post holder.

Person specification

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Caring and friendly with good interpersonal skills
• Ability to listen in sensitive and empathetic in distressing situations
• Committed to providing high quality patient care with washing, dressing, eating & mobility

Desirable

• Taking basic observations

Experience

Essential

• Experience in the provision of care to individuals in a diverse working environment
• Ability to record and document medical records
• Ability to follow clinical policy and procedures

Desirable

• HLS
• Health and Safety awareness
• Moving and Handling awareness
• Undertaking patient observations

Skills

Essential

• Excellent communication skills listening to patients and reporting to Nurse in charge
• Motivational skills
• Ability to problem solve
• Ability to cope with distressing or challenging situations
• Ability to work under pressure

Desirable

• Experience with Inpatients care pathways
• Clinical IT system skills

Qualifications

Essential

• Secondary education in GCSE English or equivalent
• Safeguarding training

Desirable

• Experience of Surgical / Medical patient care
• HCA care certificate NVQ/QCF level 2/3 in Health & social care

Other

Essential

• Flexible working patterns to meet the needs of the company which will include weekend and evening work

About the employer

Friendly and Supportive Management structure within the Team that enhances the values set.

Extra paid day for Birthday Leave

Flexible working criteria

In house & external training provided in line with PDD development

Free Staff Car Parking Permit

Competitive Rates of Pay

Private Pension scheme

Healthcare discounts for yourself and immediate family