Band 4 Support worker (developmental post) | Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Essex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Chelmsford is seeking a Band 4 role within the Mid Essex Dementia and Frailty Pathway. This position requires a Care certificate and relevant maths and English and offers the opportunity to support patients with varying health needs. Candidates can expect 27 days of holiday plus additional benefits like a relocation package and excellent pension contributions. Flexible working arrangements available.

Benefits

27 days holiday plus bank holidays

Excellent pension of up to 14.5%

Flexible working from day one

Job share applications welcome

Mental health and wellbeing services

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid UK driving licence and access to a car.
• Hold a Care certificate.
• Literate in IT and computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team supporting patients.
• Assess and manage patients' health needs.
• Record vital signs and complete health assessments.

Skills

UK driving licence

IT and computer skills

Ability to engage in health promotion

Education

Care certificate

Relevant maths and English qualifications

Job description

Overview

An exciting opportunity to join the team and become part of the Mid Essex Dementia and Frailty Pathway. This developmental role is a band 4 position requiring a care certificate and relevant maths and English within 12 months to progress onto the apprenticeship.

Key Responsibilities

• Work as part of a multi‑disciplinary team supporting patients with SMI, dementia and frailty across Mid Essex.
• Assess and manage both physical and mental health needs, including annual physical health checks for patients with severe mental illness.
• Record vital signs, venepuncture for blood tests, and complete electronic physical health assessment forms.
• Engage patients in health promotion, healthy eating, sport and exercise, and smoking cessation.
• Collaborate with key partner organisations, clinicians, and other practitioners to deliver a systems approach to patient wellbeing.
• Support the clinical manager with administrative tasks and maintain IT/computer skills.

Qualifications

• Valid UK driving licence and access to a car for work purposes.
• Care certificate.
• Relevant maths and English within 12 months.
• Literate in IT and computer skills.
• Ability to drive and work Monday‑Friday 9‑5 across Mid Essex.

Benefits

• 27 days holiday plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days after 10 years’ service.
• Excellent pension of up to 14.5% of your pensionable pay.
• Staff discounts including Blue Light Card, NHS discount offers, and other benefits.
• £8 000 relocation package if you move to Essex.
• Season ticket loans are interest‑free to cover travel costs via tram, rail, or bus.
• Flexible working available from day one for most roles.
• Job share applications welcome.
• Supervision, support, and inclusive community with events and equality networks.
• Mental health and wellbeing services, occupational health advice, and counselling available.
• Recognition awards for staff dedication.

This advert closes on Wednesday 29 Oct 2025.