Healthcare Assistant Band 3 in A&E at Aintree Hospital with Sponsorship: Join Liverpool’s Frontline Care, Apply Now

Every second counts in emergency care. Here’s your chance to make each one matter.

Location: Liverpool, Merseyside
Type: Permanent, Full time – 37.5 hours per week (including night rotation)
Salary (£): £24,937 – £26,598 per annum

About Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (LUHFT) brings together Aintree University Hospital, Broadgreen Hospital, and the Royal Liverpool University Hospital. They’re part of the NHS University Hospitals of Liverpool Group, home to more than 16,800 professionals caring for over 630,000 people across Merseyside. From trauma to rehabilitation, LUHFT is known for its teamwork, innovation, and patient-first culture.

Job details

Benefits

• Stable Career Path: Permanent contract with structured progression and ongoing development
• Team Environment: Work alongside skilled nurses and clinicians who value collaboration
• Diverse Experience: Exposure to all areas of emergency care, no two days are the same
• Training & Support: Access to NVQ Level 3 development opportunities and continuous mentoring
• Work-Life Balance: Flexible working options considered to fit your lifestyle

Requirements

• Previous experience in healthcare or hospital support roles
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Compassion, professionalism, and the ability to stay calm under pressure
• Commitment to continuous learning and patient-centred care
• Willingness to work night shifts on rotation

Salary Details

Band 3 NHS salary range from £24,937 to £26,598 per annum, with standard NHS pension and benefits.

About the Role

You’ll join the Aintree Hospital Emergency Department, the regional Major Trauma Centre serving Cheshire and Merseyside. It’s a fast-paced, high-impact environment where no two shifts feel the same. You’ll support registered nurses with direct patient care — from helping patients maintain comfort and dignity to assisting with procedures, observations, and mobility. Every action you take supports critical recovery and saves time in emergencies.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist patients with personal hygiene, mobility, and nutrition to maintain comfort and dignity
• Record vital observations and communicate changes promptly to nurses
• Support wound dressing, specimen collection, and non-complex procedures
• Prepare patients and treatment areas for investigations and recovery
• Provide emotional reassurance and clear communication during high-pressure moments
• Escort patients safely to other wards or hospitals when needed
• Maintain infection control and safety standards across all care activities

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

All successful candidates will be required to complete a DBS check. The cost of processing the DBS will be recovered through salary deductions after employment begins.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Note: Under current Home Office Immigration Rules, right to work visa sponsorship cannot be offered for Band 3 roles with a salary below £25,000 per annum as they do not meet the UK Visas & Immigration criteria.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The Trust is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion. Applications are encouraged from under-represented groups, including Black, Asian, and minority ethnic communities, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, and applicants aged 16–24.

Employer Details

• Company Name: Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
• Address: Aintree University Hospital, Long Lane, Liverpool, L9 7AL
• Contact: 0151 706 2000

Reference Number: 287-AMED-294-25

How To Apply:
Ready to make an impact in emergency care? Apply today and start building your career with one of the UK’s most respected NHS Trusts.