Job summary
- Main area
- Gynaecology
- Grade
- Band 3
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Part time - 27 hours per week (Monday - Friday)
- Job ref
- 279-8043998-JUN26
- Employer
- University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Royal Sussex County Hospital
- Town
- Brighton
- Salary
- £25,760 - £27,476 per annum pro rata
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 21/06/2026 23:59
Employer heading
Senior Healthcare Assistant/Receptionist
Band 3
About our Trust
At UHSussex we’re proud to be at the heart of the NHS. As one of the UK’s largest acute trusts, we’re a leading example of the excellence, the ambition and the values that have embodied the NHS for over 70 years.
Our hard-working, talented and dedicated people work together towards a common goal – to deliver Excellent Care Everywhere for our patients, our people and our communities. Whatever your role here at UHSussex you will play a part in driving us forwards and in improving the lives of patients across Sussex.
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us deliver Excellent Care Everywhere. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of staff networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 3) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
We value compassion, inclusion and respect as our core values. We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We’re here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our wellbeing programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.
As part of our commitment to access for all, please see the different ways you can access the application form: https://apps.trac.jobs/accessibility?_ts=1
We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.
Job overview
A vacancy has arisen within the Gynaecology Outpatient Department at the Royal Sussex County Hospital for a part - time experienced Health Care Assistant to work 27 hours per week.
We are seeking an enthusiastic and adaptable Health Care Assistant to join our busy unit working within our small and friendly nursing team.
This outpatient unit offers care to those with complex gynaecological conditions, (fertility/general/oncology/colposcopy) from a wide ranging patient demographic.
You will be supported in learning how to run our outpatient clinics and how to assist in the clinical aspects of the care our patients receive. A full induction programme and training will be given to the successful candidate.
You will work closely with all members of the Multidisciplinary Team responsible for the running of outpatients’ clinics.
Please note: This role does not meet the minimum criteria for visa sponsorship under the current UK immigration rules, which set specific salary and skill thresholds. As such, we are unable to provide sponsorship for this post. Applicants will therefore need to already have the right to work in the UK to be considered. We include this information at the outset to provide clarity and avoid unnecessary inconvenience for applicants.
If you are applying using a Graduate visa as your right to work, you must have a minimum of 18 months remaining on your visa at time of application.
Main duties of the job
- Assist with the provision of patient care and administrative duties within the Gynaecology outpatient Department
- Assist with the most effective use of resources and manpower
- Carry out appropriate patient observations and procedures under supervision and with relevant training
- To participate in quality assurance programmes as require
- Attend mandatory training updates as required
Working for our organisation
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always deliver Excellent Care Everywhere, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of staff networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 3) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
Candidate Information Pack: https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/resources/candidate-information-pack/
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
- To actively take part in meeting the needs of the patients under the supervision of a qualified nurse, working within the Trust's policies and procedures and the philosophy of the department
- To understand role and participate in control of infection
- Under the supervision of a qualified nurse, support patients undergoing clinical procedures ensuring their comfort and safety.
- check-patients in using the patient information system and complete other reception duties including booking of appointments when appropriate, completing clinic outcomes and supporting day-to-day operational running of the department
- Communicate in an efficient, polite and courteous manner at all times
- Discussing with senior staff any resources required to provide service delivery.
Please see Job Description and Person Specification for full details.
Person specification
Experience/Qualifications
Essential criteria
- NHS experience or NHS primary care experience is required or an internationally educated nurse/midwife/doctor who has worked in an acute hospital setting within recent years
- Care Certificate from an Ofqual regulated awarding organisation. OR international qualification e.g overseas nursing degree
- Ability to demonstrate knowledge and skills acquisition, working at a higher-level standard of care delivery, equivalent to vocational qualification level 3. This is evidenced via a portfolio of practice and/or a professional discussion
Desirable criteria
- Gynaecology Experience or Outpatient setting
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
Essential criteria
- Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
- Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role)
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Application numbers
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Kirsty Taylor
- Job title
- Gynaecology Matron
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 07826531563
- Additional information
For further information about the post and informal visits please contact:
Kirsty Taylor – Gynaecology Matron
Tel: 07826 531563
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