Health Care Assistant/Activity Organiser

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust; City Of London; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in the UK is seeking a compassionate Health Care Assistant to support adults experiencing mental health challenges. This hands-on role involves working closely with qualified professionals to deliver therapeutic activities that promote recovery. Candidates should possess strong interpersonal skills and be willing to work flexibly. A commitment to mental health care is essential.

Benefits

Flexible working options

NHS pension scheme

Generous annual leave allowance

Career development focus

Access to Blue Light Card discounts

Qualifications

• Experience working in mental health care settings is preferred.
• Ability to collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team effectively.
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as needed.

Responsibilities

• Support qualified nurses in patient assessment and treatment.
• Plan and evaluate groups and individual therapeutic sessions.
• Observe patient behavior and report findings to the clinical team.

Skills

Creativity

Empathy

Interpersonal skills

Job description

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Health Care Assistant / Activities Co-ordinator (Band 3) to join our team on Holford Ward, a specialist Psychiatric Intensive Care Unit at Wellsprings Hospital Site. This rewarding role sits within the Adult Mental Health and Learning Difficulties Directorate, supporting adults experiencing acute mental health challenges. You will work closely with qualified nurses, Occupational Therapists, and other professionals to deliver high-quality care and therapeutic engagement. Your focus will be on developing and facilitating structured activities - both group-based and individual - that promote recovery, build skills, and enhance quality of life. This is a hands-on role where creativity, empathy, and interpersonal skills are key. You\'ll contribute to care planning, observe and report patient progress, and help shape a therapeutic environment that supports recovery. Flexibility is essential, as the role may involve working evenings, weekends, bank holidays, and lone working during activities. If you are passionate about mental health care and motivated to make a difference, we would love to hear from you.

• Support qualified nurses and professionals in the assessment and treatment of patients.
• Plan, deliver and evaluate activity-based group sessions and individual 1:1 therapeutic work.
• Collaborate with the multi-disciplinary team to develop a comprehensive programme of activities tailored to patient needs.
• Observe and report patient behaviour and progress to the clinical team.
• Assist with risk assessments for therapeutic leave and activity suitability.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and contribute to team handovers and meetings.
• Promote therapeutic meal times and support patients with personal care and hygiene.
• May be required to work evenings, weekends, bank holidays, and undertake lone working during activities.

Benefits

• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
• NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
• A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential
• Access to Blue Light Card with exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks