Band 3 Health Care Assistant - Gynaecology Outpatients / Oncology

A Vacancy at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.

We are passionate about getting it right for patients and their families. In order to achieve this we are looking to appoint a compassionate, enthusiastic, motivated and caring nursing healthcare assistant (HCA) who has proven experience in providing care.

The successful candidate will join our busy, friendly clinical team of Clinical Nurse specialists, Nurses and Doctors to deliver safe and effective care to patients who are having general outpatient gynaecology appointments and outpatient diagnostic procedures at both Barnet General and Chase Farm Hospitals, the successful candidate will be expected to work at both of these hospital sites in our Gynaecology Outpatient / Oncology Clinics.

A vital part of this role will be acting as a support and chaperone to the patient so we are looking for someone that has excellent communication skills and who can build an excellent relationship with our patients quickly.

Informal discussions/visits welcome.

As a member of the multidisciplinary team the post holder will contribute to the delivery of patients’ individual care under the direction and supervision of a registered nurse.

The Senior Nursing Assistant demonstrates a level of skill and understanding which enables them to undertake specific tasks delegated by the nurse in charge and in accordance with relevant procedures, guidelines and policies. S/he will undertake both routine and specially identified tasks for which they have been trained and assessed as competent.

Assist with the induction, supervision and training and development of Band 2 Nursing Assistants under the supervision of a registered nurse.

To support gynae oncology team as well as gynae outpatient team with chaperoning duties.

There is the opportunity to develop within the role and undertake further training and development.

To act as a role model for student nurses and colleagues.

This job will be a mixture of Monday to Friday, with some evening clinics and weekends.

The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK’s biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated army of staff care for over 1.6million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies and carry out more than 17million tests.

Our size, scale and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits, to next level training, we make it easier to take your career to the top

For more information please follow link https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/

Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.

This advert closes on Wednesday 20 May 2026