Health Care Assistant - Henneage Ward, Colchester

NHS; Colchester; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits as a Health Care Assistant in a supportive and dynamic environment at a leading NHS trust. You will work alongside a dedicated team, providing essential care to older adults in an in-patient setting. Your role will involve monitoring patients' health, assisting with therapeutic activities, and ensuring their individual needs are met. This position offers flexible working arrangements, ongoing training, and a chance to make a meaningful impact in patients' lives. Join a forward-thinking organization committed to empowering its staff and improving health outcomes for the community.

Benefits

Season Ticket Loans

NHS Staff Discounts

Training Opportunities

Buying and Selling Annual Leave

Bank Shift Work

Salary Sacrifice Schemes

Flexible Employer Status

Qualifications

• Experience working with patients with mental health issues.
• Commitment to ongoing training and development.

Responsibilities

• Assist qualified staff in monitoring patients' health.
• Provide individualized care under supervision.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Self-Motivation

Organizational Skills

Education

Level III NVQ or equivalent

Care Certificate

Job description

Health Care Assistant - Henneage Ward, Colchester

Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

This job is now closed

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Health Care Assistant to join the older adult in-patient service at Henneage Ward, Colchester.

The role involves assisting the professional team in providing care for patients in an in-patient environment. Under supervision of a qualified team member, you will also implement and assist with the evaluation of individual plans of care.

This position requires participation in a flexible rostering arrangement to provide 24-hour care.

Note: We cannot offer sponsorship for all roles. Applications for roles without sponsorship available will be rejected.

Please note: A face-to-face interview with the Recruiting Manager is required. Applicants unable to attend should not apply.

Main duties of the job

• To act as a Co-Worker under the supervision of a qualified nurse/clinician.
• To deliver planned care to service users as identified by the nominated professional.
• Assist qualified staff in monitoring patients' health (e.g., blood pressure, pulse, temperature, respiration, weight, drug and alcohol screening after appropriate training).
• Assist senior staff in planning and delivering therapeutic and social activities for patients.
• Participate in initial assessments, planning, implementation, and evaluation of interventions, ensuring patients' physical, psychological, and social needs are considered.
• Provide individualised care under supervision, supporting patients' needs with appropriate interventions.
• Ensure accurate documentation of care in patient files, stored according to policy.
• Observe and report changes in patients' physical or mental health.
• Contribute to managing and supporting patients exhibiting challenging behaviour.

See the full job description for additional duties.

About us

EPUT values Care, Learn, and Empower. We offer benefits such as:

• Season Ticket Loans
• NHS staff discounts
• Training opportunities
• Buying and Selling annual leave
• Bank shift work
• Salary Sacrifice schemes (lease cars, Cycle to Work)
• Day One Flexible Employer status

We support flexible working and encourage staff to apply for flexible arrangements from day one.

Staff bank

Our staff bank hires clinical and non-clinical professionals for shifts across our hospitals and community settings. All permanent staff are enrolled, with options to work additional shifts if desired. Indicate interest during onboarding if applying for a fixed-term role.

Job responsibilities

Note: The vacancy may close early if enough applications are received.

Additional key activities include:

• Completing mandatory training as per Trust policy.
• Participating in staff appraisals.
• Staying updated on Trust policies.
• Providing management supervision when appropriate.
• Collaborating with partner organisations, service users, carers, and clinicians to deliver a 7-day, 24-hour service, including shift work as required.

The duties listed are not exhaustive; additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed.

Note: Sponsorship is not available for all roles. Applications without sponsorship eligibility will be rejected.

Face-to-face interview with the Recruiting Manager is required. Do not apply if unable to attend.

The Mid and South Essex ICS collaborates across health, care, and voluntary sectors to improve health and reduce inequalities. Our HCA Academy supports onboarding and training for new HCAs, including a 5-day induction at Brentwood Community Hospital and subsequent mandatory training.

Further details will be provided after interview. The start date will be scheduled during the recruitment process.

Person Specification

Education / Qualifications

• Level III NVQ or equivalent, with a commitment to ongoing training.
• Experience working with patients with mental health issues.
• Attainment of the Care Certificate within 6 months of appointment.
• Experience working in a team.

Knowledge

• Basic understanding of mental health conditions.
• Knowledge of multi-professional team roles.
• Awareness of statutory and non-statutory agencies.

Skills / Experience

• Good interpersonal skills.
• Self-motivation.
• Ability to organise activities for individuals and groups.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This role requires a DBS check due to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Salary: £24,625 to £25,674 per annum, pro-rata.