Healthcare Assistant
About this role
Healthcare Assistant (Full-Time) — New Victoria Hospital
Position: Healthcare Assistant (HCA)
Location: New Victoria Hospital, Kingston upon Thames (KT2 7EG)
Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Hours: 37.5 hours per week (Monday to Sunday shift patterns)
Salary: Circa £27,851 per annum + Benefits
About Us
As a supportive bridge staffing agency, we are dedicated to connecting compassionate, skilled healthcare professionals with prestigious medical environments. We are currently recruiting on behalf of New Victoria Hospital—a premier facility committed to delivering exceptional patient care, safety, and comfort in a welcoming and professional setting as part of the trusted Bupa global healthcare group.
Role Overview
We are looking for a dedicated and compassionate Healthcare Assistant to join our nursing team. In this role, you will be instrumental in delivering outstanding patient-centred care, ensuring patients feel supported, comfortable, and respected throughout every stage of their hospital journey.
Key Responsibilities:
Deliver high-quality, compassionate personal care while safeguarding patient dignity and wellbeing.
Assist patients with mobility, nutrition, admissions, transfers, and discharges.
Support qualified nurses with patient assessments, vital observations, and specimen collection.
Monitor and promptly report any changes in a patient's condition to the nursing team.
Maintain a clean, safe, and organized ward environment aligned with infection control protocols.
Collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams, colleagues, and visitors to ensure an exceptional patient experience.
Key Requirements & Experience
Educated to GCSE level or equivalent.
Previous experience working within a healthcare setting is essential.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills.
Strong organizational abilities with a proactive approach and the flexibility to work under pressure.
Desirable: NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care, alongside functional IT and numeracy skills.
Comprehensive Benefits Package
Working through our staffing partnership at New Victoria Hospital means enjoying a robust selection of rewards for your professional and personal life:
Competitive Pay: Circa £27,851 per annum.
Holiday Allowance: 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with length of service.
Health & Security: Private healthcare (T&Cs apply), life assurance, company pension scheme, and an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
Workplace Perks: Subsidised staff restaurant, in-house training, and an employee referral bonus scheme.
Commuter Support: Interest-free travel loans and a bicycle loan scheme.