Healthcare Assistant - Mulberry Ward

HCRG Care Group; Chippenham; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Chippenham is seeking a dedicated Healthcare Assistant to join their inpatient team. The role involves providing essential support, promoting independence, and ensuring patient needs are met. Ideal candidates should have good education, the ability to work in a team, and a drive for compassionate care. The position offers a salary between £24,486 and £26,155.50 and additional benefits. This is a permanent role with various scheduling options available.

Benefits

Access to group pension

Access to wages as you earn

Career coaching and counselling

Qualifications

• Experience of working under supervision.
• Experience of supporting other workers.
• Physical skills to manually handle patients.

Responsibilities

• Provide kind and respectful care in line with individual care plans.
• Monitor wellbeing and maintain a safe, clean environment.
• Carry out delegated tasks with compassion and attention to detail.

Skills

Good general education

Ability to work as a team member

Delivering patient focused care

Good time management

Education

Care Certificate or willingness to achieve

Job description

# Healthcare Assistant - Mulberry Ward## Job IntroductionAs a **Healthcare Assistant,** you’ll be part of our valued team at within our Inpatients wards at Chippenham Community Hospital.You will feel valued as a**Healthcare Assistant** within HCRG Care Group, receiving access to exclusive rewards and benefits including:* A salary of £24,486 with access to our group pension* Access to your wages as you earn them to help cover life’s emergencies and avoid overdraft fees or high interest rates* Online and face to face help with your mental and physical wellbeing – from healthy recipes and activity challenges through to post trauma support, legal, debt and life management help, as well career coaching and counselling* Access to eLearning, bespoke career pathways and opportunities for continuing professional development through our ‘Outstanding’ learning and development team, The Learning Enterprise* An open, just culture where you’re encouraged to have and implement ideas which can help us deliver our purpose: changing lives through transforming health and care – backed up by at least £100,000 of ringfenced innovation funding each year* Free tea and coffee at your base location**Job Introduction**We are looking for a kind, reliable, and dedicated **Healthcare Assistant** to join our team in delivering high-quality, person-centred care. As a valued member of the care team, you will provide essential support to both patients and colleagues, helping to ensure a safe, comfortable, and dignified experience for everyone in your care.You will be working as part of a multi-professional team in an inpatient setting, providing care, support, and treatment to individuals in line with the guidelines and protocols set out for your role.Whether you're assisting with daily activities, supporting clinical tasks, or simply offering reassurance and companionship, your contribution will make a meaningful difference in the lives of those we care for.If you would like more information please contact Ward Manager: Candia Mohan on 01249 456476 or [e-mail]***Unfortunately we are unable to offer sponsorship at this time.***A full list of responsibilities can be found in the attached job description.**Main Responsibilities**As a**Healthcare Assistant,** you’ll provide kind and respectful care in line with individual care plans, supporting patients under the guidance of a registered practitioner. Your role is centred on the patient—ensuring their voice is heard and involving them, and their carers, in decisions about their care.Working within an inpatient setting, you’ll help deliver day-to-day support, monitor wellbeing, and maintain a safe, clean environment. You’ll play a key part in promoting independence, encouraging recovery, and ensuring each person’s needs and preferences are understood and respected.As a valued member of a multi-professional team, you’ll carry out delegated tasks with compassion, communication, and attention to detail—helping to create a positive and supportive experience for every patient.A full list of responsibilities can be found in the attached job description.**The Ideal Candidate****Essential*** Good general education.* Care Certificate – or willingness to achieve.* Experience of working under supervision.* Experience of supporting other workers.* Ability to work as a team member.* Delivering patient focused care.* Ability to recognise own limitations.* Typing/data inputting skills.* Physical skills to manually handle patients and use appropriate lifting aids.* Undertake specific nursing/therapy skills.* Driven to achieve.* Self-motivated.* Good time management**Desirable*** Experience of community working* Experience of the NHS.* Experience of work in an acute or urgent health care setting* Basic wound care knowledge and skills* Current full driving license and use of a car during working hours.### Healthcare Assistant - Mulberry Ward* **Salary** £24486.00 - £26155.50* **Frequency** Annual* **Job Reference** HCRGCG/TP/44687/18154* **Contract Type** Permanent - Full or Part Time* **Closing Date** 22 January, 2026* **Job Category** HCRG - Additional Clinical Services* **Business Unit** HCRG - BSW - MIU, Wards & Inpatients* **Location** Chippenham Community Hospital, United Kingdom* **Posted on** 08 January, 2026