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Reference: 27338
Job summary
Bank Healthcare Assistant | Surgical ward| Bank- Flexible Working| Dunedin, Reading
Spire Dunedin Hospital has an exciting and rewarding opportunity to join the staffing bank as a Healthcare Assistant. This role forms an intrinsic part of our clinical team, working alongside our nursing staff in the surgical ward
Spire Dunedin Hospital has been serving the Reading community for over 100 years, as a first-class medical facility. Based in the heart of Reading, the hospital has two theatres, 16 inpatient beds, three recovery bays, Oncology services and an Endoscopy Suite.
Main duties of the job
Duties and responsibilities:
Assisting the team on the surgical ward in the provision of exemplary patient care
Contributing to the support and monitoring of patients
Identifying and reporting any significant changes that might affect the patients health and well-being to the appropriate person
Assisting with the movement of patients in line with hospital policies
About us
For over a century, Spire Dunedin Hospital has played a part in Reading's history as a first-class medical facility serving its community. We offer fast access to the region's leading consultants, providing you with personalised treatments and aftercare.
Details
Date posted
18 September 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
Depending on experience
Contract
Bank
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
27338
Job locations
16 Bath Rd, Reading RG1 6NS
Reading
RG1 6NS
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Who we're looking for:Previous experience of working as an HCA (or equivalent) in a clinical environmentExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsExperience in: ECGs, taking blood/blood pressures and patient observationsIt would be advantageous to hold an NVQ Level 3
Benefits Bank colleagues are paid weekly We offer competitive rates to our bank colleagues who work on a flexible basis, often to cover busy periods, sickness, or annual leave Unsocial Enhancements, dependent upon shift pattern worked (wont be applicable for all) Access to Spire Healthcare pension Access to Blue Light Card discounts Smart spending discounts (in addition to Blue Light discounts) via Spire for You Wellbeing Centre access via Spire for You' Free uniform Free DBS Full induction, including mandatory training updates Opportunities for further training and progression into permanent posts Knowledge, support and guidance through your recruitment journey from Spires specialist Resourcing Team We offer competitive rates to our bank colleagues who work on a flexible basis, often to cover busy periods, sickness or annual leave.
Our ValuesWe are extremely proud of our heritage in private healthcare and of our values as an organisation: Driving clinical excellence Doing the right thing Caring is our passion Keeping it simple Delivering on our promises Succeeding and celebrating together Our people are our difference; it's their dedication, warmth and pursuit of excellence that sets Spire Healthcare apart.
Closing date: In order to streamline our recruitment process, we reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date once we have received a sufficient number of applications
For us, it's more than just treating patients; it's about looking after people
Job description
Job responsibilities
Who we're looking for:Previous experience of working as an HCA (or equivalent) in a clinical environmentExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsExperience in: ECGs, taking blood/blood pressures and patient observationsIt would be advantageous to hold an NVQ Level 3
Benefits Bank colleagues are paid weekly We offer competitive rates to our bank colleagues who work on a flexible basis, often to cover busy periods, sickness, or annual leave Unsocial Enhancements, dependent upon shift pattern worked (wont be applicable for all) Access to Spire Healthcare pension Access to Blue Light Card discounts Smart spending discounts (in addition to Blue Light discounts) via Spire for You Wellbeing Centre access via Spire for You' Free uniform Free DBS Full induction, including mandatory training updates Opportunities for further training and progression into permanent posts Knowledge, support and guidance through your recruitment journey from Spires specialist Resourcing Team We offer competitive rates to our bank colleagues who work on a flexible basis, often to cover busy periods, sickness or annual leave.
Our ValuesWe are extremely proud of our heritage in private healthcare and of our values as an organisation: Driving clinical excellence Doing the right thing Caring is our passion Keeping it simple Delivering on our promises Succeeding and celebrating together Our people are our difference; it's their dedication, warmth and pursuit of excellence that sets Spire Healthcare apart.
Closing date: In order to streamline our recruitment process, we reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date once we have received a sufficient number of applications
For us, it's more than just treating patients; it's about looking after people
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
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Experience
Essential
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Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Please see above
Experience
Essential
- Please see above
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Spire Healthcare Ltd
Address
16 Bath Rd, Reading RG1 6NS
Reading
RG1 6NS
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.spirehealthcare.com/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Spire Healthcare Ltd
Address
16 Bath Rd, Reading RG1 6NS
Reading
RG1 6NS
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.spirehealthcare.com/ (Opens in a new tab)