Job summary
- Main area
- MSK
- Grade
- NHS AfC: Band 2
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Variable patterns, days, nights, weekends)
- Job ref
- 224-PA20250802987-A
- Employer
- The Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Ludlow Ward
- Town
- Oswestry
- Salary
- £24,465 per annum
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 14/10/2025 23:59
Employer heading
Health Care Assistant - Ludlow Ward
NHS AfC: Band 2
Here at The Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, we are very proud of our reputation for providing outstanding care to our patients.
In the National Staff Survey, 74% of our staff would recommend the Trust as a place to work and 92% would recommend the hospital to a friend or relative for treatment.
Our continued success is accomplished through the skills and expertise of our staff, which is underpinned by our values: Friendly, Caring, Excellence, Professional and Respect.
Job overview
Ludlow Ward is a 16 bedded single room facility caring for patients on both NHS and Private pathways and provide a welcoming and supportive team environment that takes great pride in our nursing care.
Our Healthcare assistants support the nursing staff in the caring of patients pre and post surgery and to aid the efficient and smooth running of the ward.
All activities will be under the direction of the professional responsible for the care of the patient.
Under current Home Office Immigration Rules, this role does not meet the UK Visas and Immigration criteria and the position is not therefore eligible for sponsorship. Applications from candidates that require skilled worker sponsorship will NOT be shortlisted.
Main duties of the job
Assist patients in all activities of daily living.
Welcome and assisting patients, relatives and visitors to the ward, demonstrating effective communication.
Provide personal care to patients.
Assist other team members to maintain the skin integrity of all patients.
Assist patients with an appropriate dietary intake. Provide assistance and monitoring with eating and drinking as required.
To have a basic understanding in the safe use of wheelchairs, theatre trolleys, recliner chairs, commodes and other equipment used on the unit
Be able to handle waste body fluids, ensuring correct disposal according to Trust policies. Take specimens of urine, faeces, sputum, wound and other swabs, when requested to do so from a qualified nurse
Working for our organisation
The Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic NHS Trust (RJAH) is one of the leading orthopaedic hospitals in the country, with some of the highest levels of staff and patient satisfaction, as well as a strong reputation for research and innovation.
Joining RJAH is more than just a job – we want our people to have the best opportunities to thrive in their role.
We have a range of fantastic staff benefits on offer to everyone who joins RJAH and you'll have access to outstanding professional development opportunities and state-of-the-art facilities – including our recently-opened £6 million Headley Court Veterans’ Orthopaedic Centre (the first unit of its kind in the UK).
RJAH has strong links with a range of universities including Staffordshire, Keele, Glyndwr, Chester and Birmingham.
The hospital is located on a site outside Oswestry in Oswestry, just off the A5. The nearest train station is in Gobowen, approximately two miles from the hospital. The station is part of the Chester to Birmingham line.
We are based in North Shropshire, close to the border with North and Mid Wales. It is one of the most attractive parts of the country, with a rich historic culture and excellent transport links. It offers outstanding opportunities for anyone who enjoys an outdoor lifestyle or is looking to raise a family.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
- Provide a safe and clean environment for patients by having and demonstrating a working knowledge of all Health and Safety issues.
- Ensure due regard is given to the customs, culture, values and spiritual beliefs of the patient, family, carers and staff. To uphold the Trust's Diversity/Equal Opportunities Policy.
- Ensure due regard is given to the safety of patients belongings according to Trust and local unit policies.
- Assist with escort duties as required. Chaperoning patients during medical examinations, assisting the medic and reporting verbal instructions to the qualified nurse.
- Undertake and record nursing observations, including temperature, pulse, blood pressure, respirations, oxygen saturations, height, weight, blood sugar and urinalysis showing understanding of the normal ranges following training. Performing ECGs & Phlebotomy (when appropriately trained) Reporting any abnormalities / concerns to a senior member of staff.
- Act as a Link Nurse for the ward, with the support of a registered nurse.
- Provide information to relatives and family as appropriate.
- Be accountable for own practice and take every reasonable opportunity to sustain and improve knowledge and professional competence.
- Attend relevant in-house training sessions which is pertinent to own clinical practice, to enhance knowledge and skill, maintaining competencies
- Maintain personal training records.
- Participate in a yearly appraisal, setting personal objectives for own professional development plan.
Person specification
Qualifications/Training
Essential criteria
- Willingness to complete NVQ level 2 in healthcare or equivalent
- Willingness to complete phlebotomy/ECG training
Desirable criteria
- NVQ level 2 in healthcare or equivalent
- Evidence of phlebotomy/ECG training
Experience
Essential criteria
- Demonstrate experience in a caring environment
Desirable criteria
- Previous hospital experience
Skills and Competencies
Essential criteria
- Person centered focus and approach to work
- Able to work on own initiative and under pressure
- Able to work within a multidisciplinary team
- Have good levels of communication skills
Personal Qualities
Essential criteria
- Motivated
- Confident
- Supportive
- Innovative
- Initiative
Knowledge
Essential criteria
- Basic computer skills
- Maintaining professional development
Desirable criteria
- Evidence of computer literacy
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
- Becky Higginson
- Job title
- Ward Manager
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 01691404308
- Additional information
In my absence please contact ward sister Nicola Dawes on 01691404420
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