Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Healthcare Assistant
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Senior Health Care Assistant
Department
Ward 7 and Ward 22
Band
3
Hours
37.5 per week x 4 positions, all MKUH roles will be considered for flexible working
We are looking for an enthusiastic, well organised individual with a positive attitude to work on our Acute stroke unit Ward 7 and Gastroenterology Ward 22. We are looking to recruit someone who is compassionate, caring. Maintain high standards of care, uphold trust values. Show effective communication skills, protect privacy and dignity and provide individualised care.
Please note that this post is subject to an initial probationary period of six months, extendable up to a period of 12 months. A DBS check may be required for new employees. MKUH promotes an inclusive workforce and proactively welcomes applications from underrepresented groups in our community.
We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.
We reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.
Interview date: Week commencing 10 August 2026
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Under the supervision of Registered staff, the role of the Senior Healthcare Assistant is to undertake delegated clinical care duties, assist the nursing team and support Healthcare Assistants in the delivery of safe effective care to the patient.
Milton Keynes University Hospital, in proud partnership with the University of Buckingham, is a University Teaching Hospital committed to advancing patient care through cutting-edge research and education. With a “Good” rating from the CQC and significant investment underway, this is an exciting time to join our team and grow your career.
As a medium-sized general hospital, we provide a full range of general medical and surgical services, including a busy Emergency Department, Maternity, and Paediatrics. As the population of our city and surrounding areas continues to grow rapidly, we are expanding and enhancing our facilities to meet rising demand and improve access to care for all our communities.
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We are also proud to offer a growing portfolio of specialist services. In January 2025 we opened our state-of-the-art Radiotherapy Centre, bringing advanced cancer treatment closer to home. Our services also include neonatology, specialist surgical care, and a wide range of diagnostics, supported by the new Community Diagnostic Centre at Whitehouse Health Centre. We have just opened the Oak Wards - a new ward block featuring two 24-bed wards.
Further investment is underway, including the recently approved Women and Children’s Centre, set to open by 2030.
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For further details / informal visits contact:
- Name: Lesley Rozario
- Job title: Senior Sister
- Email address: lesley.rozario@mkuh.nhs.uk
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