The Royal Berkshire
Healthcare Assistant (Orthopaedic Trauma Unit)
How your CV stacks up
Upload your CV to see how well it fits this job role
?%
Band 3 Senior Healthcare Assistant (Orthopaedic Trauma Unit)
PLEASE NOTE: You must have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application - we are not able to offer visa sponsorship for this role.
Are you an enthusiastic, energetic person who would enjoy working in a diverse, exciting and rewarding clinical area?
The Orthopaedic Trauma Unit is looking for enthusiastic, caring and motivated individuals to join our friendly, professional and successful team as Healthcare Assistants.
We are able to offer opportunities for development with weekly ward teaching covering a range of topics.
We also offer the opportunity to undertake additional roles within the ward, such as link nurse roles, which will be supported with additional training.
We are looking for candidates with a desire to provide compassionate support and care, good communication skills, a flexible approach and enthusiasm to work within the team.
Why Begin Your Career With Us
Reasons to use Rodeo
Start with a chat, not a search bar
Grad scheme, placement, apprenticeship? Not sure what you want yet — that's fine. Your agent talks it through with you and turns "I have no idea" into a shortlist.
It searches the market for you
Every day your agent scans the market matching roles against what actually matters to you, not just keywords on a CV.
Only hits
No noise. No "maybe this fits." Just roles with a clear explanation of why they're right — and where to focus when applying.
- A supportive environment where your learning and development truly matter.
- Opportunities to apply for apprenticeship routes after probation, including:
- The Nursing Associate Apprenticeship
- The Registered Nurse Degree Apprenticeship (to be eligible to apply for Nursing apprenticeships, you must meet the university’s academic entry requirements, and the relevant apprenticeship rules)
- Structured progression for those who want to build a long-term future in healthcare.
- Hands-on experience in a busy acute hospital — the perfect foundation for a clinical career.
- A team that values compassion, communication and a willingness to learn.
What We’re Looking For
You don’t need previous healthcare experience — just the right values. If you’re caring, reliable, eager to learn and committed to making a difference, you’ll fit right in. Good communication skills and a compassionate approach are essential.
Please Note: This role requires full-time working (37.5 hours per week) on a rota basis covering days, nights, weekends and bank holidays.
Get help with your application
Your very own career expert that helps elevate your application to the next level.
Reading sits on the river Thames and is served by great road and rail links to London, Oxford and Southampton. With excellent leisure and shopping facilities, and a thriving cultural scene, Reading is a wonderful place to live, work and play and provides excellent facilities for families, including some of the best state and private schools in the UK.
The CQC rated the care provided by the Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust as Good.
Our "CARE" values: Compassionate, Aspirational, Resourceful, Excellent, reflect the type of Trust we aspire to be and you can join our dedicated and talented staff to make this happen.
For further details / informal visits contact:
- Name: Claire Manton
- Job title: Ward Manager
- Email address: claire.manton@royalberkshire.nhs.uk
- Telephone number: 01183227336
“It took my CV and asked me questions relevant to understanding what kind of jobs to suggest for me. Suggestions were almost perfect. Jobs were exactly what I’ve been looking for.”
Jessica, London
Skills
Location