Band 3 Healthcare Support Worker - National Amyloidosis Centre


Company:	Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust
Salary:	£31,554 - £33,270 per annum inclusive of HCAS
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Hampstead, NW3 2QG
Job type:	Contract
Posting date:	7 Aug 2026
Closing date:	9 Sept 2026

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Summary

A Vacancy at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.

As a member of the multidisciplinary team the post holder will

contribute to the delivery of patients’ individual care under the

direction and supervision of a registered nurse.

The ATTR Healthcare Support Worker demonstrates a level of

skill and understanding which enables them to undertake

specific tasks delegated by the nurse in charge 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.

Tasks include but are not limited to, preparing patients for

procedures such as MRI, measuring vital signs, assistant with

diagnostic procedures such as bone marrow examinations,

performing venepuncture, 6 minute walking tests and ECGs.

Assist with the induction, supervision and training and

development of Band 2 Nursing Assistants under the

supervision of a registered nurse.

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

This post will be fixed term/secondment for 23 months.

Maintain a professional behaviour at all times and promote a positive image of Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust at all times, in line with the shared commitments.

To assist the staff in the delivery of direct patient care.

To undertake skilled nursing activities, under guidance from a registered

nurse/allied health professional/clinical technician, for which training and

competency assessment has been undertaken. These activities can include, but are not limited to;

Electrocardiography (ECG) and placement/removal of Holter monitors, 6 minute walking tests, and routine vital signs measurements

Prepare patients for procedures, such as cardiac MRI; checking eGFR, completing safety questionnaires, ensuring patients are free of metal clips, cardiac devices, cochlear implants etc

Document/record appropriate information in the clinical database

Assist medical staff with clinical procedures such as fat aspirates and bone marrow examinations

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/

Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.

This advert closes on Friday 21 Aug 2026

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