Health Care Assistant - Care Home Services

Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust; Southend-on-Sea; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity for a Health Care Assistant to join the NHS Nursing Home at Westcliff-on-Sea. Ideal candidates will be compassionate, committed, and able to deliver high-quality care. The role offers a chance to be a vital part of the nursing team and support residents effectively.

Benefits

Season Ticket Loans

NHS staff discounts

Excellent training facilities and opportunities

Buying and Selling annual leave scheme

Opportunities to work bank shifts

Salary Sacrifice schemes

Day One Flexible Employer

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic and motivated with good communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and be a team player.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for direct resident care within a care home setting.

Skills

Compassion

Understanding

Commitment

Positive attitude

Job description

Health Care Assistant - Care Home Services

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Job Overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen for the position of a Health Care Assistant (HCA) to work within our NHS Nursing Home at Westcliff-on-Sea. This role offers a unique career opportunity to become a key member of the nursing team. The ideal candidate should be enthusiastic, motivated, possess good communication skills, and be able to work under pressure. Being a team player and willing to go the extra mile for our residents' care are essential qualities.

Key Qualities Demonstrated by Successful Candidates

• Compassion
• Understanding
• Commitment
• Delivering high-quality care
• Positive attitude

Main Duties

The post holder is responsible for undertaking assigned tasks involving direct resident care within a care home setting.

Additional Notes

• We cannot offer sponsorship for all roles. Applications for roles without sponsorship eligibility will be rejected.
• This vacancy requires a face-to-face interview with the Recruiting Manager. Applicants unable to attend in person need not apply.
• The advert may close early if sufficient applications are received.

Working for Our Organization

We seek motivated staff who share our Trust values of Care, Learn, and Empower. We offer benefits including:

• Season Ticket Loans
• NHS staff discounts
• Excellent training facilities and opportunities
• Buying and Selling annual leave scheme
• Opportunities to work bank shifts and expand experience
• Salary Sacrifice schemes such as lease cars and Cycle to Work
• Day One Flexible Employer

We support flexible working arrangements. You are encouraged to discuss options with the recruiting manager. If appointed, you can apply for flexible working from day one.

Staff Bank

Our NHS staff bank hires clinical and non-clinical professionals for shifts at trust hospitals and community settings. All permanent staff are enrolled automatically, with options to work additional shifts if desired. If joining on a fixed-term contract, please indicate your interest in the staff bank.

Important Notices

• Applicants should provide professional references covering the last three years of employment.
• Initial DBS check costs are deducted from salary.
• Applications for Job Share are welcome.
• We are an Equal Opportunities Employer, encouraging applications from diverse backgrounds, including those with experience of using mental health services and individuals with disabilities.
• We prioritize safeguarding and child/vulnerable adult protection, with robust recruitment processes.
• While Covid vaccinations are no longer mandatory, we encourage uptake. For more info, contact [e-mail].