Care Assistant - Mental Health & Learning Disability

NHS; Dawlish; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Dawlish is seeking experienced or aspiring Healthcare Assistants to join the Mental Health, Learning Disability, and Neurodiversity Services team. Responsibilities include assisting with care delivery and undertaking practical procedures under supervision. Qualifications include basic education, completion of the Care Certificate within three months, and ideally an NVQ level 3 in Health and Social Care. Part-time and flexible working applications are encouraged.

Benefits

Ongoing training and development

Flexible working patterns

Support for professional qualifications

Qualifications

• Experience in a caring situation or working within mental health services.
• Ability to maintain professional therapeutic relationships.

Responsibilities

• Assist multi-disciplinary team members in the delivery of care and treatment.
• Undertake practical procedures under supervision.

Skills

Good communication and listening skills

Ability to work with people both in a group and individually

Awareness of safeguarding principles

Time management

Education

Basic Education

NVQ level 3 in Health and Social Care or equivalent

Care Certificate

Job description

A leading healthcare provider in Dawlish is seeking experienced or aspiring Healthcare Assistants to join the Mental Health, Learning Disability, and Neurodiversity Services team. Responsibilities include assisting with care delivery and undertaking practical procedures under supervision. Qualifications include basic education, completion of the Care Certificate within three months, and ideally an NVQ level 3 in Health and Social Care. Part-time and flexible working applications are encouraged.