Healthcare Assistant - Oncology InpatientsNHS

Job summary

You will work in our dedicated cancer centre, caring for patients who need to stay in hospital during cancer treatment. Some patients may feel tired, unwell or worried. Others may need help with everyday tasks while they recover. Working under the supervision of registered nurses, you will help patients with their daily care. You will listen to their needs, respect their privacy and help them stay as independent as possible. You will also receive training to keep your skills up to date and d

Main duties of the job

Helping patients with personal care, meals, hydration and safe movement. Taking and recording observations, including temperature, pulse, blood pressure and oxygen levels. Recording fluid balance and reporting any concerns to the registered nurse. Listening to patients and responding sensitively to their needs. Working closely with nurses and other colleagues to deliver agreed care. Maintaining a clean, organised ward and following infection prevention procedures

Job description

Job Title: Healthcare Assistant - Band 3 Department: Oncology Inpatients Location: Duchess of Devonshire Wing, 22 Devonshire Place, London, W1G 6JA Salary: £31,659 - £36,024 Hours: 37.5 Monday to Sunday - on rotation to cover days, nights and weekend Contract: Permanent Join our Oncology Inpatients team at The London Clinic and help care for patients with cancer. You will support patients during treatment and recovery, helping them feel comfortable, safe and cared for. You must have experience working as a Healthcare Assistant on an acute hospital ward, including caring for surgical patients. This is a Band 3 Healthcare Assistant position. A little about the role You will work in our dedicated cancer centre, caring for patients who need to stay in hospital during cancer treatment. Some patients may feel tired, unwell or worried. Others may need help with everyday tasks while they recover. Working under the supervision of registered nurses, you will help patients with their daily care. You will listen to their needs, respect their privacy and help them stay as independent as possible. You will also receive training to keep your skills up to date and develop your experience in cancer care. What you'll be doing

• Helping patients with personal care, meals, hydration and safe movement.
• Taking and recording observations, including temperature, pulse, blood pressure and oxygen levels.
• Recording fluid balance and reporting any concerns to the registered nurse.
• Listening to patients and responding sensitively to their needs.
• Working closely with nurses and other colleagues to deliver agreed care.
• Maintaining a clean, organised ward and following infection prevention procedures

What we are looking for:

• Experience working as a Healthcare Assistant on an acute hospital ward
• An NVQ Level 2 in Care or equivalent.
• Confidence in supporting patients with personal care and taking clinical observations within your training and competence.
• Clear communication skills and the ability to recognise when to seek support or report a concern.
• A compassionate approach and a commitment to protecting patients' dignity.
• The ability to organise your workload and work effectively as part of a team.

What you'll be part of You will join our Oncology Inpatients team in the Duchess of Devonshire Wing. You will work with nurses, consultants and other healthcare professionals to support patients with cancer. As a Healthcare Assistant, you will spend time with patients every day. Getting to know them will help you understand what they need and notice when something changes. Your care and observations will be an important part of the team's work. As the UK's largest independent charitable hospital, we care for over 120,000 patients each year. What makes us different is what we do with that success. We reinvest it back into our services, our technology and, most importantly, our people. From developing innovative new ways of delivering care to supporting continuous learning and career progression, we're always looking ahead. Based in our main hospital, you'll be part of a team delivering care across 234 beds, 10 theatres and a 13-bed intensive care unit. You will work alongside more than 1,300 colleagues in specialist teams and over 700 consultant surgeons and physicians, all united by a shared commitment to high quality, compassionate care. We are incredibly proud to be the only independent healthcare provider included in the Top 10 of the Financial Times UK Best Employers Survey 2026. What's in it for you

• Life insurance: Get life cover worth four times your salary, whether you're full time or part time
• Private medical cover: Once you've passed probation, our employee medical scheme gives you fast-track access to private healthcare.
• Pension: Join our matched pension scheme and enjoy up to 10% contributions.
• Employee assistance programme: From stress to practical guidance, our counselling service is available to support you.
• Blue Light Card: Access thousands of discounts across supermarkets, holidays, fashion, technology and days out.
• Cycle to work: Access tax free benefits while supporting a healthier and greener commute.
• Electric car scheme: Make switching to a cleaner vehicle simpler and more affordable.
• Subsidised staff restaurant: Enjoy a variety of tasty and healthy meals at a lower cost.
• Recognition programmes: Celebrate achievements and make sure great work is recognised.

How to find us Our main hospital is based at: 20 Devonshire Place, London, W1G 6BW Located in central London near Harley Street, we are within walking distance of:

• Oxford Circus
• Bond Street
• Baker Street
• Great Portland Street

We are committed to safeguarding and protecting all adults at risk, children and young people by implementing robust safer recruitment practices during our selection process. Pre employment checks are undertaken in accordance with industry standards and regulations, and successful applicants may be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). If you would like further information about our safer recruitment policy, please contact a member of our recruitment team. The London Clinic values a diverse workforce and welcomes applications from all backgrounds. If you have the skills and experience for the role, we encourage you to apply. We are committed to supporting candidates throughout the recruitment process and will make reasonable adjustments where needed. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to support you

About us

You will join our Oncology Inpatients team in the Duchess of Devonshire Wing. You will work with nurses, consultants and other healthcare professionals to support patients with cancer. As a Healthcare Assistant, you will spend time with patients every day. Getting to know them will help you understand what they need and notice when something changes. Your care and observations will be an important part of the team's work. As the UK's largest independent charitable hospital, we care for over 120,000 patients each year. What makes us different is what we do with that success. We reinvest it back into our services, our technology and, most importantly, our people. From developing innovative new ways of delivering care to supporting continuous learning and career progression, we're always looking ahead.