Healthcare Assistant

Priory Group; Chesterfield; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-site parking

Birthday Holiday - Your Birthday as an

Enhanced maternity pay

Contributory pension scheme

Flexible benefits including gym, IT, &

Healthcare Cash Plan (Simply Health)

Access to development opportunities

IPD sponsorship for qualifications

Leadership & management development

Long service award

Refer a friend bonuses

Job summary

Priory Hospital Hazelwood House in Heath, Derbyshire, is recruiting Healthcare Assistants for a full-time 37.5 hour week. You will support patients with daily living activities under qualified staff, within a low secure unit for males with mental health needs. The role emphasises compassionate care, observation, confidentiality and teamwork.

We offer training, development opportunities and a contributory pension, with a starting salary of £26,300 per year.

Qualifications

• Educated to NVQ Level 1 or GCSEs in Mathematics and English.
• Basic IT literacy.
• Must understand confidentiality at all times.

Responsibilities

• Assist qualified staff with assessment and implementation of individual patient care plans and routine tasks.
• Provide practical support with intimate personal needs (dressing, bathing, toileting) in line with procedures.
• Observe and monitor wellbeing and report any concerns to senior staff.

Skills

Empathy

Resilience

Observation

Listening skills

Confidentiality

Communication

Education

NVQ Level 1

GCSE English

GCSE Mathematics

Job description

Healthcare Assistant

Department: Healthcare Assistants and Support Workers

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Hazelwood House

Reporting To: ward manager

Compensation: £26,300 / year

Description

Priory Hospital Hazelwood House
£26,300 per annum
Full time - 37.5 hours per week

Priory Hospital Hazelwood Houseis looking to recruit Healthcare Assistants to join the team. This is a full time position of 37.5 hours per week.

Priory Hospital Hazelwood House, in Heath, Derbyshire, is a low secure unit for 12 males with mental health needs. We also support those who have a learning disability, complex care needs and/or are on the autism spectrum. This hospital provides WAIS and ADOS assessments for patients who may be waiting for an NHS diagnosis.

Key Responsibilities

You will be part of a compassionate team who are committed to our patients wellbeing. We take a personalised approach, using proven therapies to help people move forward with confidence and build a healthier, more fulfilling future. You will play a key part in their recovery, assisting qualified staff with the assessment and implementation of individual patient care plans, undertaking routine tasks and activities as directed or delegated to facilitate wellbeing, dignity and treatment of patients

• Assists qualified staff with the assessment and implementation of individual patient care plans undertaking routine tasks and activities as directed to facilitate the wellbeing, dignity and treatment of all patients.
• Provides practical support and responsive care to patients who require assistance with intimate personal needs such as dressing, bathing and toileting activities ensuring that such activities comply with procedures and the relevant healthcare legislation.
• Observes and monitors the wellbeing of patients ensuring that any unusual physical, mental or emotional occurrences are promptly referred to senior staff/the primary nurse and documented as appropriate.

You can find additional information in the attached job description.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

Our work is rewarding but can be challenging, so resilience is key. No two days are the same! Your natural empathy will help you support others through both the highs and lows.

The candidate should be educated to a minimum of NVQ Level 1 or GCSEs in Mathematics and English and have basic IT literacy. They must understand the importance of maintaining strict confidentiality at all times. No specific prior experience is required for the role. The position involves frequent interaction with staff, patients, and visitors on the ward, requiring the regular exchange of routine information both in person and over the telephone. Strong observational and listening skills are essential to effectively monitor and support the mental, emotional, and physical wellbeing of patients.

Job Benefits

We want you to succeed at Priory and thrive in your role. You will be well supported with regular career conversations. We also offer full training and numerous pathways into leadership and qualified clinical positions to help you shape your career with us.

• Free on-site parking
• Birthday Holiday - Your Birthday as an extra days annual leave
• Enhanced maternity pay
• Contributory pension scheme
• Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes including gym membership, IT technology (laptops / tablets / smartphones) and Healthcare Cash Plan (Simply Health Scheme)
• Access to development opportunities
• Sponsorship of professional qualifications through our Individual Professional Development (IPD) panel
• Leadership & management development
• Long service award
• Refer a friend bonuses

Shortlisting may begin upon receipt of applications, and the Recruiting Manager may close the vacancy early if enough suitable candidates are identified.