NW London NHS Trusts are working with NHS England and the global job site Indeed to host an event at Lords Cricket Ground on Thursday 28 April for Healthcare Support Workers new to the NHS.
The event is one of the first of its kind since COVID-19 restrictions were eased and is aimed at candidates who are looking to start out in a healthcare career, return to work after a break or change careers from another sector.
Jobseekers can find out more about the event here.
After registering their interest, Indeed will check people’s suitability for the role before inviting them to book their own interview slots. Candidates can then simply turn up to Lords Cricket Ground where they will be interviewed and possibly receive on-the-day job offers, subject to post-interview checks.
Maggie Hulce, EVP and GM of Enterprise at Indeed, said:
“Healthcare workers play a vital role in society and have been called upon like never before over the past two years. With demand for their care and compassion at an all-time high, Indeed is proud to partner with the NHS on our hiring events to help people find new and purposeful careers in the health service.
“Our mission is to help people get jobs and by streamlining the manual processes involved in hiring we’ll quickly move suitable candidates straight to the interview stage and free up NHS employees to do what they do best, which is engaging with people interested in fulfilling careers.”
Duncan Burton, Deputy Chief Nursing Officer for England said:
“Healthcare support workers are at the heart of wards, clinics and local communities up and down the country, and play an integral part in delivering incredible patient care every single day.
“If moving into healthcare is something you’ve been thinking about or have always wanted to try but thought you needed existing skills and experience, now’s the perfect time to apply and take your first step into this rewarding career.”
Lynn West, healthcare assistant in the gynaecology outpatient department
at West Middlesex Hospital:
“I really enjoy this job and the flexibility of bank work. Being a healthcare assistant is a challenge; there’s a lot to learn but my colleagues have been so supportive and encouraging. It’s really rewarding to develop new skills and grow within the role, but there’s always someone on hand to help if I need it. My advice to anyone considering a similar role is to be prepared to learn and work hard, but absolutely go for it because it is immensely rewarding. It’s an opportunity to be part of something very special.”