Job Description

This role is eligible for visa sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker route however sponsorship can only be provided where applicants meet the specific requirements set by UKVI, including the relevant skill and salary thresholds, and any role-specific criteria. Applicants for the Senior HCA role must be able to evidence a minimum of 2 years' experience in the same role (Band 3 HCA within the NHS) to meet the salary requirements to qualify for sponsorship.
Do you have a background in care and are looking for a new, exciting opportunity? Do you want an opportunity to develop your knowledge and skills and build a rewarding career at one of the largest and most innovative trusts in the NHS?
University Hospital Sussex are looking to recruit Senior Healthcare Support Workers into our talent pool for future vacancies.
For this role it is essential that you have previous NHS or NHS primary care experience with a Care Certificate from an Ofqual regulated awarding organisation. Or that you are an internationally educated nurse/midwife/doctor who has worked in an acute NHS Trust within recent years with evidence of your degree verified by an ENIC report.
Please ensure to attach your Care Certificate and/or ENIC report to your application as this will be required for interview.
Main duties of the job
The Senior HCA also delivers higher level fundamental clinical care to patients. Support and supervision is provided by a Registered Nurse or Registered Nursing Associate. The Senior HCA has a responsibility to support, supervise and assess new staff and delegate basic tasks to the HCA team. The Senior HCA assists in ensuring the effective running of the ward/department. Why join us at UHSussex? - Be part of a team - Our hard-working, talented and dedicated team of over 20,000 staff work together towards a common goal 'where better never stops' and you will play a vital part in driving us forwards and improving the lives of patients across Sussex. - Work flexibly - We can offer you full time (37.5 hrs a week) or part time (23 hours minimum) roles to suit your lifestyle. - Career opportunities - Explore the pathways UHSussex offers you for career progression within the trust This is your opportunity to step into an exciting and meaningful role and transform lives--yours included. Apply today and let your career flourish with University Hospitals Sussex. Please be aware this advert may close early is a high volume of applications are received. Please do not apply for this advert if you require Bank only.
About us
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always deliver Excellent Care Everywhere, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of staff networks to help break down barriers, and can offer abuddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 3) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
Candidate Pack
Details
Date posted
27 October 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
24,937 to 26,598 a year per annum pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time
Reference number
279-RSCHHCAB3-NOV25
Job locations
Royal Sussex County Hospital
Brighton
BN2 5BE
Job description
Job responsibilities

• To assist patients to carry out personal care including meeting hygiene and continence needs whilst encouraging independence, as appropriate
• To assist with patient nutritional needs eating, drinking, menu selection, meal delivery and special diets according to the individual patients needs
• To assist patients to mobilise where appropriate.
• Undertakes a limited range of delegated clinical care duties relevant to the services provided/work area; record patient observations, e.g. taking blood pressure, blood glucose monitoring, pregnancy testing, routine maternal and neonatal observations, observing patients for signs of agitation or distress, wound observations and simple wound dressings, removal of peripheral cannula, urinalysis, removal of catheter
• After appropriate training, to assist in the collection of specimens and record results
• After appropriate training and in discussion with the line manager, there is an expectation the role will undertake extended scope of practice skills to meet service need, for example, venepuncture, ECGs
• Under the supervision of the qualified nurse, support patients undergoing clinical procedures ensuring their comfort and safety
• To assist in the maintenance of up to date, comprehensive and accurate records in accordance with current legal requirements

For further information, please see the and Person Specification.
Please be advised this advert is for a talent pool, If successful at interview, you will be added to the waiting list for the next available opportunity.
To verify your Care Certificate, find an Ofqual-regulated awarding organisation using this too: Ofqual - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk) Job description
Job responsibilities

• To assist patients to carry out personal care including meeting hygiene and continence needs whilst encouraging independence, as appropriate
• To assist with patient nutritional needs eating, drinking, menu selection, meal delivery and special diets according to the individual patients needs
• To assist patients to mobilise where appropriate.
• Undertakes a limited range of delegated clinical care duties relevant to the services provided/work area; record patient observations, e.g. taking blood pressure, blood glucose monitoring, pregnancy testing, routine maternal and neonatal observations, observing patients for signs of agitation or distress, wound observations and simple wound dressings, removal of peripheral cannula, urinalysis, removal of catheter
• After appropriate training, to assist in the collection of specimens and record results
• After appropriate training and in discussion with the line manager, there is an expectation the role will undertake extended scope of practice skills to meet service need, for example, venepuncture, ECGs
• Under the supervision of the qualified nurse, support patients undergoing clinical procedures ensuring their comfort and safety
• To assist in the maintenance of up to date, comprehensive and accurate records in accordance with current legal requirements

For further information, please see the and Person Specification.
Please be advised this advert is for a talent pool, If successful at interview, you will be added to the waiting list for the next available opportunity.
To verify your Care Certificate, find an Ofqual-regulated awarding organisation using this too: Ofqual - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• Care Certificate from a Ofqual regulated awarding organisation.
• NHS experience or NHS primary care experience is required or an internationally educated nurse/midwife/doctor who has worked in an acute NHS Trust within recent years.
• Ability to demonstrate knowledge and skills acquisition, working at a higher-level standard of care delivery, equivalent to vocational qualification level 3. This is evidenced via a portfolio of practice and/or a professional discussion

Desirable

• Level 2 apprenticeship standard in Clinical Healthcare Support, Health & Social Care or relevant equivalent qualification
• Level 3 apprenticeship standard in Clinical Healthcare Support or relevant equivalent qualification Maths GCSE ( grade C or above or grade 4 to 9) or Maths Level 2 functional skills
• English GCSE (grade C or above or grade 4 to 9) or English Level 2 Functional skills
• Level 3 Diploma in Clinical Healthcare Support or Health and Social Care or relevant equivalent

Specific Requirements
Essential

• Good written and spoken English - able to communicate clearly and succinctly to patients and colleagues Legible handwriting and able to maintain accurate documentation
• Able to work effectively as part of a team
• Able to empathise and communicate with sensitivity
• Able to make basic judgements, assessments and evaluations involving a range of facts or situations, some requiring analysis; resolving day-to-day issues
• Computer / keyboard skills, sufficient to send/receive emails, document activities electronically, eg. in Electronic Patient Record

Freedom to Act
Essential

• Able to make basic judgements, assessments and evaluations involving patient care, some requiring analysis; resolving day-to-day issues and escalating to senior colleagues if required
• Ability to plan and organise their own work activities
• Acts on own initiative when delivering patient care, with accessible support and supervision

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
Essential

• Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).
• Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues

Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• Care Certificate from a Ofqual regulated awarding organisation.
• NHS experience or NHS primary care experience is required or an internationally educated nurse/midwife/doctor who has worked in an acute NHS Trust within recent years.
• Ability to demonstrate knowledge and skills acquisition, working at a higher-level standard of care delivery, equivalent to vocational qualification level 3. This is evidenced via a portfolio of practice and/or a professional discussion

Desirable

• Level 2 apprenticeship standard in Clinical Healthcare Support, Health & Social Care or relevant equivalent qualification
• Level 3 apprenticeship standard in Clinical Healthcare Support or relevant equivalent qualification Maths GCSE ( grade C or above or grade 4 to 9) or Maths Level 2 functional skills
• English GCSE (grade C or above or grade 4 to 9) or English Level 2 Functional skills
• Level 3 Diploma in Clinical Healthcare Support or Health and Social Care or relevant equivalent

Specific Requirements
Essential

• Good written and spoken English - able to communicate clearly and succinctly to patients and colleagues Legible handwriting and able to maintain accurate documentation
• Able to work effectively as part of a team
• Able to empathise and communicate with sensitivity
• Able to make basic judgements, assessments and evaluations involving a range of facts or situations, some requiring analysis; resolving day-to-day issues
• Computer / keyboard skills, sufficient to send/receive emails, document activities electronically, eg. in Electronic Patient Record

Freedom to Act
Essential

• Able to make basic judgements, assessments and evaluations involving patient care, some requiring analysis; resolving day-to-day issues and escalating to senior colleagues if required
• Ability to plan and organise their own work activities
• Acts on own initiative when delivering patient care, with accessible support and supervision

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
Essential

• Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).
• Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues

Skills Required