Health Care Assistant | Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Trust


Company:	Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Trust
Salary:	£30,630 - £32,346 per annum
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Stanmore, HA7 4LP
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	31 Jul 2026
Closing date:	30 Aug 2026

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Summary

We are recruiting Health Care Assistants (HCA’s) for our Short Stay Unit, The Coleman Unit (TCU). We are looking for individuals who are highly motivated, compassionate, enthusiastic, creative and passionate wanting to gain experience as well as share their learning, knowledge and experience with colleagues. You will work under the supervision of Nurses in the day-to-day delivery of effective high quality patient’s care and safety, and be part of this already and somewhat established team.

You must have excellent communication skills, be highly motivated; enjoy interacting with people and being part of a busy fast paced ward, which works in partnership with the Adult Day Unit. You will be working closely with and be well supported by experienced Nurses, ward sisters/charge nurses, senior HCA's, friendly clinical nurse specialists, therapists and world class orthopaedic surgeons. This post is an ideal opportunity to develop orthopaedic knowledge and clinical skills. There’s also an opportunity to develop your career and gain a qualification in Nursing through the Nursing Associate training programme. However, candidates must have a minimum of 5 GCSEs at Grade C or above including Maths and English or equivalent in order to be enrolled into the training program. As an individual and as part of a team you will have the opportunity to learn and contribute to new developments within the service through research.

We are looking for an enthusiastic, caring and passionate individuals with an interest in providing exceptional care to patients on our patients.

Maintain a high standard of patient focused care in accordance with Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital Hospitals NHS Trust policies and procedures

Maintain a high standard of safe clinical work when carrying out duties as assigned by the nurses.

Maintain a safe and clean working environment.

Communicate with patients and carers and escalate to senior staff to ensure they have access to appropriate information.

Demonstrate personal responsibility for compliance with infection control policies and procedures

Carry out nursing duties as assigned by trained staff

To work with the nursing staff to deliver individualised nursing care.

To report to a trained nurse care given to patients.

Assist patients with their dietary needs as directed by a trained nurse.

At the Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital (RNOH), we are committed to achieving the best staff experience in the NHS. In the 2023 NHS Staff Survey, we proudly:

• Scored above the national average for the People Promises: "We are recognised and rewarded," "We are always learning," "We work flexibly," "We are a team," and for staff engagement.

• Ranked #1 among all Trusts in North and Central London for all People Promises and themes.

• Ranked #1 among all Acute Specialist Trusts for "We work flexibly."

At RNOH, we’re committed to being actively anti-discriminatory and actively inclusive. We recognise our brilliant people do brilliant work, and we offer rewarding careers, no matter what their background. We continue to strive to break down barriers to be the Trust where people come together because what they do matters, makes a difference and where they can thrive.

Joining our organisation means enjoying a wide range of staff benefits, including:

• 24/7 access to wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Programme.

• A Rewards & Recognition platform, offering opportunities to thank colleagues, send gifts, and access exclusive discounts.

• A dedicated Staff Wellbeing Hub, providing a space to relax and recharge away from the work environment.

• Salary sacrifice schemes for transport (season ticket loans, car and bike), electrical goods, and childcare

At RNOH, we are more than a workplace—we are committed to patients, to excellence and the wellbeing of our staff.

As a caring individual working alongside registered nurses, it is expected that you act in the best interests of your patients at all times and take personal responsibility for your actions and decisions, “Putting Patients First in all We do”

To provide nursing care needs to patients under the supervision and guidance of senior staff.

Participate in the admission and discharge of patients in conjunction with the multi-professional team as directed by a trained nurse.

Escort patients to other areas of the hospital including theatres

To work towards extended health care assistant competencies.

Acquire a basic knowledge of conditions treated on the ward, and be aware of the hazards which may result from incorrect procedures.

Communicate with members of the multidisciplinary team to facilitate continuity of care and promote effective team working.

The post holder will work in partnership with the Ward / Department Sister to ensure that the standards of nursing care are met at all times. This includes assisting the ward / department Sister and the whole team to meet the agreed standards of hospital cleanliness within the work environment.

Commitment to the development of nursing within the clinical setting under the guidance and supervision of senior staff, support senior staff in research based practice and learning along the line to improve patient’s care.

Commitment to working in a multi-disciplinary team, acting professionally at all times in line with The Royal national Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Trust Values.

This advert closes on Thursday 13 Aug 2026

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