Healthcare Assistant Cambridge - Theatres

About Welbeck Cambridge

Welbeck Cambridge is a state-of-the-art private day-case centre created to deliver exceptional healthcare in an environment designed around the needs of patients and clinicians alike. As part of the wider Welbeck Health Partners network, the centre provides diagnostics, outpatient services and day-case procedures across a range of specialties, combining clinical excellence with outstanding service.

At Welbeck, we believe healthcare should be seamless, reassuring and genuinely patient-centred. Every interaction matters, and we're committed to creating an experience that is efficient, professional and welcoming from the very first enquiry through to treatment and beyond.

As our services continue to grow, we're looking for passionate and talented people who share our ambition to raise standards and help redefine the private healthcare experience.

About the role

Our Healthcare Assistants support the delivery of safe, effective, and compassionate patient care across a range of specialist clinics. Working alongside consultants, registered nurses, and the wider multidisciplinary team, you will assist with clinical and non-clinical duties including preparing clinic rooms, supporting minor procedures, recording patient observations, performing delegated clinical tasks, and ensuring patients feel comfortable and supported throughout their visit.

What You'll Be Doing

• Support the theatre team to deliver safe, compassionate and person-centred care throughout each patient’s surgical journey.

• Prepare clinical areas, equipment and stock to help theatre lists run smoothly and efficiently.

• Carry out delegated care and clinical support tasks within your training and competence, following policies and agreed procedures.

• Work closely with nurses, clinicians and the wider multidisciplinary team, reporting any concerns or changes in a patient’s condition promptly.

• Help maintain a clean, organised and safe environment where every patient is treated with dignity, privacy and respect.

About you

You are a compassionate, organised Healthcare Assistant who is committed to delivering outstanding care and service. You thrive in fast-paced clinical environments, with the ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to ensure safe, efficient and person-centred care. You understand the importance of professionalism, discretion and attention to detail and you consistently put patients at the centre of everything you do.
You are comfortable working independently within your scope of practice while recognising when to seek support or escalate concerns. You are effective with managing your time, prioritising your workload effectively, helping you remain calm and focused under pressure.
An effective communicator, you know how to adapt your style and tone, whether verbal or written to a range of audiences ensuring your message is clear and effective whilst contributing positively to both the patient experience and team culture. You will hold an NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care, have evidence of ongoing professional development and have completed Basic Life Support (BLS) training.

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Why Join Welbeck?

• Be part of an ambitious and growing healthcare organisation
• Work within a modern, purpose-built private healthcare facility
• Join a supportive, collaborative and values-driven team
• Receive ongoing training and development opportunities
• Play a vital role in supporting outstanding guest care
• Build a rewarding career within a specialist healthcare environment

If you're looking for a role where your contribution is valued and you can make a meaningful difference every day, we'd love to hear from you.

Please note that these positions are being recruited with an anticipated start date of late March 2027. Successful candidates will be expected to commence employment from this date.

About Us

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Recruitment Process

For this role, there will potentially be three stages;

Stage 1 – Shortlisting

Stage 2 – Screening Call

Stage 3 – Interview Assessment (Face to Face)

Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)

Welbeck is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of patients and expects all staff to share this commitment. All roles are subject to pre-employment checks in line with regulatory requirements, including an appropriate level of Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Using AI

AI tools can be helpful when you're preparing documents or refining how you present your experience. What matters is that anything you share with us, from your application to your interview, reflects your own skills, experience and judgement. We want to understand the real you, so please use AI responsibly and avoid submitting information that is inaccurate, exaggerated or inauthentic.

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

At Welbeck, we believe exceptional care starts with inclusive teams. We are committed to creating a workplace where difference is valued and excellence is expected; where people feel respected, and everyone is supported to do their very best. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and experiences and appoint on merit, recognising that diverse perspectives strengthen clinical quality, leadership, operational delivery and patient care.