Breast Care Senior Healthcare Assistant

University Hospitals Sussex; Worthing; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Sussex is seeking compassionate professionals for the Integrated Breast Service at the Worthing breast unit. This part-time position includes delivering high-quality care, supporting outpatient activities, and professionalism in patient interactions. Applicants should possess a Care Certificate and relevant experience in NHS settings. Flexible working options are available, and visa sponsorship may be provided for eligible candidates. The role requires a commitment to quality care and an inclusive team environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to take blood and perform clinical procedures.
• Experience in NHS or primary care settings.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high quality and compassionate care.
• Support outpatient clinic activities.

Skills

Compassionate care

Empathy

Stock management

Outpatient support

Education

Care Certificate

Job description

Employer: University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (NHS Site).
Location: Worthing Hospital, Town: Worthing.
Salary: £24,937 – £26,598 per annum (pro rata).
Contract: Permanent.
Hours: 37.5 hours per week (Monday to Friday, part‑time or job‑share opportunities available).
Job ref: 279-7698681-JAN26

Job overview

This is a fantastic opportunity to work in the integrated breast service at the Worthing breast unit, with occasional coverage at Chichester. Part‑time or job‑share considered.

Main duties of the job

• Deliver high compassionate and quality care.
• Exchange factual information with empathy.
• Stock ordering, ensuring all information is up to date.
• Support outpatient clinic activities and maintain a safe environment.

Qualifications

• Care Certificate from an Ofqual‑regulated awarding organisation.
• Ability to take blood.

Experience

• Experience in NHS or NHS primary care, or internationally educated nurse/midwife/doctor with recent acute hospital experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge and skills at a higher‑level standard of care delivery (equivalent to vocational qualification level 3) via portfolio or professional discussion.
• Previous experience in outpatients.

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

• Evidence of championing diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).
• Evidence of undertaking own development to improve understanding of equality issues.

Important information for applicants

• Visa sponsorship under the UKVI Skilled Worker route is available for roles meeting UKVI requirements; applicants must satisfy salary and experience thresholds.
• Disclosure and Barring Service checks will be undertaken in line with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1975.
• Flexible working options are available; discuss with the recruiter or line manager.
• Applications that heavily rely on AI‑generated content are discouraged; genuine voice is expected.
• The advert may close early or become capped if a high volume of applications is received; submit promptly.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020, and Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service will be required.

Contact

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