Healthcare Assistant - Launceston Community Hospital
Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
Launceston, PL15 9JD
Salary
£25,272 to £27,476
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
13 September 2026
13 days left
In plain English
What this job actually involves
As a Healthcare Assistant at Launceston Community Hospital, you'll support nurses and doctors with daily care tasks, help patients with their needs, and work in a team to manage the clinical area. This role suits someone who enjoys working with people, is willing to learn, and can handle a varied workload. You'll be part of a team that cares for patients in a hospital setting.
What you'll need
- You'll need experience in communicating with people, both in writing and verbally.
- You must be willing to complete the Care Certificate within a set timeframe.
- You'll need to be able to use a computer for work and training purposes.
- You should be able to cope with a varied workload and assist patients, carers, and staff as needed.
- It's desirable to have a Level 2 qualification or experience in a care environment.
How to boost your chances
- Consider volunteering or taking a care-related course to gain experience and skills.
- Make sure you're comfortable with using technology, such as computers and software.
- Practice your communication skills by talking to people from different backgrounds.
- Be prepared to learn and take on new responsibilities within the role.
- Research the Trust and their values to understand their people-focused approach.
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Job description
Successful applicants will be invited to attend a Selection Day at Carew House, Bodmin on 25 September 2026. This will be a morning or afternoon to be...
The purpose of the post is
- To assist in the delivery of clinical care, planned and assessed by the Registered Nurses.
- To carry out care / other duties under indirect supervision of a Registered Nurse and/or Senior Health Care Assistant.
- Support care on a day-to-day basis for all patients in the clinical area in a manner sensitive to the individual clients needs and wishes, acknowledging their rights and beliefs at all times
- Contribute to resource management within the clinical area
Key Dimensions of the post are
- 18 bedded Community Hospital
- Outpatients Department
- Minor Injuries Department
- X-ray Department
- Physiotherapy Department
To view a detailed job description and person specification including the main responsibilities of this role please see supporting documents.
We're an NHS community and mental health provider Trust based in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. We deliver community and hospital-based care to improve people's physical and mental health. We also provide specialist support to people with dementia or a learning disability.
We are a people organisation and people matter to us. As part of the team, you'll help support the health and wellbeing of the people who live and visit this beautiful part of the UK.
Over 4,000 people make up the Trust. This includes doctors, nurses, therapists, plus admin and support staff.
We work in people's homes, in community clinics and bases. Some staff work from one of our 13 community hospitals. Our aspiration is to have great people, provide great care, be a great place to work and a great partner.
Just over 532,000 people live here. A third of people who live in Cornwall are supported by acute hospital services in Devon. As a result, we also work closely with our partners in Devon. In the summer, and during other holidays lots of people choose to visit the area. This increases the numbers of people who use our services.
Education Qualification
Essential
- Experienced in communicating with a range of people, in writing and verbally
- Willingness and competency to complete the Care Certificate within set timeframe
- Willingness and competency to complete further training for progression to Healthcare Assistant within agreed timeframe
Desirable
- Level 2 qualification or experience in a care environment
Skills, Apptitude, Knowledge and Abilities
Essential
- Willing to assist and support patients, carers and staff as needed
- Ability to cope with a varied workload
- Ability to use a computer for work and training purposes
Desirable
- Knowledge of working in a care setting
How to apply
Applications are handled entirely by the employer on the original advert. We do not collect CVs, supporting statements or application data.
Provenance
Source
NHS Jobs
First seen
12 August 2026
Last checked
13 August 2026
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