Health Care Assistant - Frederick Banting Ward | Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust

Southend University Hospital NHS Trust; Basildon; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in the UK is seeking Health Care Assistants to join their Frederick Banting ward team. In this role, you will provide compassionate, high-quality care to vascular patients and assist them with daily living activities. The ideal candidate will have experience in elderly care, effective communication skills, and a dedication to maintaining a clean and safe environment. Opportunities for professional development are available, including access to the HCA Academy. Make a difference in patients' lives by applying now!

Benefits

Ongoing professional development opportunities

Access to staff rewards and resources

Qualifications

• Experience in providing care to elderly patients.
• Ability to assist patients with mobility and personal hygiene.
• Understanding of infection control procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with daily living activities and emotional support.
• Support safe discharge planning and falls prevention.
• Maintain cleanliness and equipment readiness in the ward.

Skills

Assisting with activities of daily living

Effective communication

Clinical skills maintenance

Promoting independence

Job description

Overview

We are looking for Health Care Assistants to join us as a valued member of the multi-disciplinary team within the Frederick Banting ward (Vascular), providing safe, high-quality, and compassionate care to all vascular patients. Under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse, the HCA will contribute to the delivery of holistic, person-centred care, supporting patients with complex physical, cognitive, and social needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist patients with activities of daily living, mobility, nutrition, personal hygiene, and emotional support while maintaining dignity, respect, and comfort at all times.
• Support safe discharge planning, falls prevention, and management of long-term conditions associated with frailty.
• Follow Trust policies and uphold the ward’s philosophy, promoting independence and enhancing the quality of life for older patients.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and professionals, recognising the unique needs and vulnerabilities of the elderly population.
• Maintain clinical skills such as blood glucose testing, catheter care, and infection control procedures, including care of patients in isolation.
• Help maintain ward cleanliness, manage resources efficiently, and ensure equipment is clean and ready for use.
• Engage in Trust training, audits, and quality improvement initiatives, promoting a calm, respectful, and supportive environment for both patients and colleagues.

Professional Development

Ongoing professional development will be supported, with opportunities to expand knowledge and skills in the care of older people in line with the Trust’s career progression framework. Successful candidates will have access to the HCA Academy, which provides development opportunities, pastoral support, staff rewards, and exclusive resources such as the HCA App.

Other Information

We look forward to your application. Please be aware that we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a suitable number of applications. Please note VISA sponsorship is not available for this role. This advert closes on Thursday 25 Dec 2025.