Job summary
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for two permanent Healthcare Assistants to join the Gynaecology Outpatient team. The department has various clinics that you would be required to support with including; colposcopy, hysteroscopy, consultation and specialist clinics.

The role requires use of IT, accurate written documentation, recording patient information, logging and sending specimens. Ensuring the clinic environment is clean tidy and running efficiently, trolleys stocked and any issues reported. Working within department policies, procedures and guidelines. You will also act as a patients advocate to ensure high standards for patient experience.

We offer the successful applicants a supportive, happy working environment, training to undertake the role effectively and to be a valued team member.

This role requires working across PRH GATU, Apley Clinic and RSH Clinic 6, so it is essential you can cross site in between clinics

Please note this position is not eligible for sponsorship, therefore we are unable to offer you sponsorship if you do not have right to work.

Main duties of the job
Gynaecology services are excited to offer the opportunity for two Healthcare Assistants with an interest in women's health to come and join our team.

We are a service composing of a 12 bedded ward, Gynaecology Assessment and Treatment Unit (GATU), Early Pregnancy Assessment Service (EPAS) and our patient Units across both sites. The successful candidates will be located mainly within the Gynaecology Outpatient Department however may on occasions be required to work on the ward or GATU.

The Gynaecology Outpatient Department prides itself on providing high quality care to all patients within its service. The department is evolving to offer patients a better experience with less time waiting for procedures.

The successful candidates will be expected to work with the team during patient consultations and day case procedures such as colposcopy, hysteroscopy and general gynaecology clinics.

Flexibility is required for this post as you will be required to work at both The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital and The Princess Royal Hospital, Telford, and you may need to cross sites in between morning and afternoon clinics.

About us
Our Poppy's Promise Commitment
We believe that compassionate care sits at the heart of everything we do. Every member of our team -- clinical or non-clinical -- plays a vital role in ensuring that patients, families, and colleagues are treated with dignity, empathy, and respect at all times.

We expect all staff to demonstrate compassion not only through their words, but through their actions: by listening attentively, communicating clearly and kindly, and recognising individual needs, feelings, and circumstances of those in our care.

Effective communication is central to safe and high-quality healthcare. We value colleagues who take the time to understand others, explain information in a meaningful way, and respond to concerns with patience and understanding.

By joining our team, you are committing to uphold these values -- ensuring that every patient feels heard, respected, and valued, and that compassion is embedded in every interaction, every day.

Hospital Transformation Programme (HTP)
Our Service will relocate to The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital in 2028 as part of HTP. This move will bring specialist services together in a modern, purpose-built facility to improve patient care and team experience.

We are actively recruiting, and successful candidates will be expected to move with the Service in early 2028. The relocation will follow a formal management of change process, including full consultation and support for staff.

Job responsibilities
For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.

Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• GCSE in Maths and English grade 9-4 (A - C) OR Functional Skills Level 1 or higher

Desirable

• NVQ2/3 in Health related subject

Experience
Essential

• Can demonstrate an understanding of what is required within the role of a Health Care Assistant in the care setting
• Can describe the Trust Values and demonstrate how they put these in to practice within their caring role

Desirable

• Previous hospital experience

Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details
Employer name
The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust
Address
The Princess Royal Hospital
Apley Castle
Telford
TF1 6TF
United Kingdom
Employer's website
http://www.sath.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Ward Manager
Charlie Frost
charlotte.frost3@nhs.net
01952641222

Details
Date posted
22 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
£25,760 to £27,476 a year
per annum/pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time,
Part-time
Reference number
223-HAG-659-A
Job locations
The Princess Royal Hospital
Apley Castle
Telford
TF1 6TF
United Kingdom

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.