| Posting date: | 08 August 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £30,546 – £32,207 per annum inclusive of HCAS |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 07 September 2025 |
| Location: | Hampstead, NW3 2QG |
| Company: | Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 7343223/3921-RFL-7343223 |
Health Care Assistant Job Overview
A vacancy has arisen for a Health Care Assistant (HCA) in the Mary Rankin Dialysis Unit, situated on the grounds of St Pancras Hospital. The unit is very close to the tube and bus services.
Experience of working as a health care assistant is desirable but other relevant experience will be considered. Good communication skills, flexibility and a high standard of work are required for the post.
There are opportunities to develop skills and knowledge to complete haemodialysis competencies with a named mentor.
We are looking to fill a permanent full-time post.
Health Care Assistant Main Duties
As a member of the multidisciplinary team the health care assistant 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 registered nurse 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.
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.
Working for our organisation
The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK’s biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated army of staff care for over 1.6million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies and carry out more than 17million tests.
Our size, scale and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits, to next level training, we make it easier to take your career to the top
For more information please follow link https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please see attached Job Description for more information about this role and working at royal free London NHS foundation Trust
Person specification
Royal Free World Class Values
Essential criteria
- Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust Values
Education & professional Qualifications
Essential criteria
- Knowledge of personal care and related procedures
- Willing to develop and work towards new diploma Level 2 or equivalent
- Demonstrable literacy and numeracy skills
Desirable criteria
- NVQ Level 2 or Equivalent
- New Diploma Level 2 or equivalent
Experience
Essential criteria
- Previous experience of team work
Desirable criteria
- Previous experience of customer care
- Interest or experience within a carer role/setting
Skills and Aptitudes
Essential criteria
- 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
To apply for this job please visit www.royalfree.nhs.uk.