Healthcare Assistant

The role is based at the Royal Berkshire Hospital in Reading, Berkshire, working as part of a busy acute team under the supervision of registered practitioners. It is a permanent, full-time position requiring a 37.5-hour week on a rota that includes days, nights, weekends and bank holidays. Pay is set within Band 3 of the Agenda for Change pay scale, ranging from £25,760 to £27,476 per year. Applications must be submitted by 11 October 2026 via the original advert, with no sponsorship available for candidates outside the UK. The Trust values compassion, clear communication and a commitment to learning, offering structured progression into apprenticeships such as the Nursing Associate or Registered Nurse Degree pathways, subject to meeting university entry requirements. Prior healthcare experience is not essential, but a general level of education, IT literacy and the ability to work empathetically with diverse patients are required. The position involves delivering personalised care, reporting changes in patient condition, and supporting both service users and junior staff in a high-standard, patient-centred environment.