(**) Dialysis Assistant/Housekeeper

VerseOne Group; Southend-on-Sea; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust is recruiting a Band 2 Dialysis Assistant/Housekeeper to support the haemodialysis unit in a busy clinic environment, working alongside nursing staff and health colleagues.

The role requires clear communication, a commitment to patient dignity and confidentiality, and the ability to follow instructions while maintaining NHS standards. It is a full-time, permanent post with shifts across days, late duties, weekends and bank holidays.

Qualifications

• GCSEs or Equivalent required.
• Completion of the Care Certificate.
• Previous experience in a healthcare or care setting is desirable.
• Experience working as a healthcare assistant is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate, non-clinical information to patients and visitors.
• Report concerns, distress or safety issues promptly to the clinical team.
• Record cleaning activities, waste disposal and stock updates accurately.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Education

GCSEs or Equivalent

Care Certificate

Job description

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust is one of the biggest trusts in the country, following the merger of Mid Essex, Basildon and Southend hospitals in April 2020.

Main area Medical Grade Band 2 Contract Permanent Hours Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Long Days, Late Twilights, Weekends and Bank Holidays) Job ref 390-NR-DOM-SO-9790

Site Southend Town Southend Salary £25,272 Per Annum (Pro Rata for Part Time) Salary period Yearly Closing 19/10/2026 23:59

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust is the onlyacute hospital provider in the Mid and South Essex Integrated Care System (ICS), which is a system of health and care partners working together for our local population.

Within Mid and South Essex there are 149 GP practices, operating from over 200 sites, forming 27 Primary Care Networks and one Ambulance Trust. There are also three main community and mental health service providers who work together through a community collaborative.

We collaborate with other valuable partners, including three Healthwatch organisations, nine voluntary and community sector organisations and three top tier local authorities, with seven district, borough and city councils, as well as our local universities.

Job overview

We are currently recruiting for Band 2 Dialysis Assistant/ Housekeeper to help maintain our high standard of care. The successful candidates will be able to cope in a busy and dynamic clinic environment, working alongside nursing staff and health carers

Mid and South Essex is a great place to work, offering a working environment with an inclusive culture that looks after and values our people and creates a sense of belonging. We encourage applications from people who embrace our values and who will enable us to expand our diverse workforce.

As a Haemodialysis unit Dialysis Assistant/Housekeeper, Communicate clearly and politely with patients, visitors and colleagues. The role demands a high level of interpersonal skill and professionalism in all interactions, whether with patients, colleagues, or external partners.

Please be aware that we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a suitable number of applications.

Main duties of the job

In this rewarding role, you’ll play an essential part in creating a safe, supportive and compassionate environment for our patients. You’ll provide clear, helpful non‑clinical information and act as an early alert for the clinical team by promptly reporting any concerns, distress or safety issues. With a keen eye for detail, you’ll elevate incidents, spillages or hazards to the nurse in charge, helping maintain the highest standards of safety across the ward.

You’ll protect patient dignity and confidentiality at all times, following Trust policies and contributing confidently to handovers, briefings and team meetings. By accurately following written and verbal instructions, you’ll support daily operational tasks, including recording cleaning activities, waste disposal and stock updates. You’ll liaise with estates, facilities and domestic services to ensure the clinical environment remains well‑maintained and fully functional.

You’ll work closely with the multidisciplinary team to ensure smooth, coordinated care, while recognising barriers such as language differences, emotional distress or sensory impairments. You’ll maintain accurate, timely records that meet NHS standards and legal requirements, ensuring clear documentation that supports continuity of care.

Working for our organisation

Our ambition is to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and well being of our patients, and provide a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.

We aim to make the most of our skills and experiences so we can become the best we can be. As one organisation we will recruit the finest and retain more specialist staff due to more employment opportunities across our Trust.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For more information on this varied and rewarding role, please see the attached Job Description.

Please be aware that we reserve the right to close the vacancy early should a high number of applications be received.

Unfortunately, there is no Visa Sponsorship available for this role. Whilst we are able to employ candidates on a graduate Visa, we are unable to offer sponsorship once the graduate visa expires.

Qualifications

• GCSE's or Equivalent
• Completion of the Care Certificate

Knowledge and Experience

• Previous experience in a healthcare or care setting
• Experience working as a healthcare assistant

Communication

Please be aware as per the new Immigration guidelines we cannot sponsor candidates with a salary (full time or pro Rata) under the current minimum threshold.

Please note, the selection processes at Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust are in place to ensure we recruit candidates with the right skills and values, please be advised that the use of AI in applications are monitored. We remain vigilant against candidates who misuse these tools to generate an application that doesn’t accurately reflect their skills, and you will be required to declare on your application if AI has been used before submitting your application.

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This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.