Bank Healthcare Assistant

Priory Group; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare provider is seeking a Bank Healthcare Assistant in Solihull to support the wellbeing of patients. This flexible role involves assisting qualified staff with personal care and monitoring patient needs. Ideal candidates have NVQ Level 1 or GCSEs in Mathematics and English, and exhibit natural empathy and resilience. The company offers competitive pay, on-site parking, and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Free on-site parking

Birthday Holiday - extra annual leave

Enhanced maternity pay

Contributory pension scheme

Flexible benefits including gym membership

Access to development opportunities

Sponsorship of professional qualifications

Leadership & management development

Long service award

Refer a friend bonuses

Qualifications

• Minimum education NVQ Level 1 or GCSEs in Mathematics and English.
• Understanding of maintaining confidentiality.
• Basic IT skills required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient care plans and routine activities.
• Provide care for personal needs such as dressing and bathing.
• Monitor and report any unusual occurrences in patients' wellbeing.

Skills

Natural empathy

Resilience

Basic IT literacy

Education

NVQ Level 1 or GCSEs in Mathematics and English

Job description

Bank Healthcare Assistant

Application Deadline: 28 February 2026

Department: Healthcare Assistants and Support Workers

Employment Type: Zero Hours

Location: Solihull

Compensation: £12.21 / hour

Description

Priory Hospital Solihull is looking to recruit a Bank Healthcare Assistant to join the team. This is a bank role. Located in Meriden, Warwickshire, Priory Hospital Solihull is a 31-bedded hospital supporting the NHS by offering level 2 rehabilitation services for males.

What you'll be doing

You will be part of a compassionate team who are committed to our patients wellbeing. We take a personalised approach, using proven therapies to help people move forward with confidence and build a healthier, more fulfilling future. You will play a key part in their recovery, assisting qualified staff with the assessment and implementation of individual patient care plans, undertaking routine tasks and activities as directed or delegated to facilitate wellbeing, dignity and treatment of patients.

• Assists qualified staff with the assessment and implementation of individual patient care plans undertaking routine tasks and activities as directed to facilitate the wellbeing, dignity and treatment of all patients.
• Provides practical support and responsive care to patients who require assistance with intimate personal needs such as dressing, bathing and toileting activities ensuring that such activities comply with procedures and the relevant healthcare legislation.
• Observes and monitors the wellbeing of patients ensuring that any unusual physical, mental or emotional occurrences are promptly referred to senior staff/the primary nurse and documented as appropriate.

You can find additional information in the attached job description.

What you'll bring to the role

Our work is rewarding but can be challenging, so resilience is key. No two days are the same! Your natural empathy will help you support others through both the highs and lows.

Educated to a minimum of NVQ Level 1 or GCSEs in Mathematics and English, with a clear understanding of the importance of maintaining strict confidentiality. Demonstrates basic IT literacy, with no specific previous experience required.

For more information about the role, you can email [e-mail]

What we will give you in return

We want you to succeed at Priory and thrive in your role. You will be well supported with regular career conversations. We also offer full training and numerous pathways into leadership and qualified clinical positions to help you shape your career with us.

• Free on-site parking
• Birthday Holiday - Your Birthday as an extra days annual leave
• Enhanced maternity pay
• Contributory pension scheme
• Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes including gym membership, IT technology (laptops / tablets / smartphones) and Healthcare Cash Plan (Simply Health Scheme)
• Access to development opportunities
• Sponsorship of professional qualifications through our Individual Professional Development (IPD) panel
• Leadership & management development
• Long service award
• Refer a friend bonuses

Shortlisting may begin upon receipt of applications, and the Recruiting Manager may close the vacancy early if enough suitable candidates are identified.