Healthcare Assistant (Hca)

Ellern Mede Barnet

England

On-site

GBP 19,000 - 23,000

Full time

7 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive induction and training

Career progression pathways

Free meals during shifts

Workplace pension scheme

Blue Light Discount Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Ellern Mede Barnet is seeking enthusiastic healthcare assistants to support patients through challenging moments, providing empathy and consistent care in a safe, therapeutic environment.

You will build relationships, support daily care and treatment plans, monitor wellbeing, assist with documentation, and work with the team, families, and external professionals, including handling emotional distress and continuing training.

Qualifications

GCSE (or equivalent) in English and Math.
Experience in healthcare, social care, or education setting.
Basic understanding of mental health and safeguarding.

Responsibilities

Building positive, therapeutic relationships with patients.
Supporting daily care and treatment plans for young people.
Monitoring wellbeing and recording observations accurately.
Assisting with documentation and care planning.
Supporting patients during times of emotional distress.
Collaborating with families, colleagues, and external professionals.
Carrying out delegated clinical duties under supervision.
Engaging in ongoing training and development.

Skills

English & Maths GCSE

Healthcare experience

Mental health awareness

Compassionate & resilient

Willing to work shifts

Education

GCSE English & Maths

Job description

About the Role

Ellern Mede Barnet is looking for enthusiastic and dedicated healthcare assistants to join the team. As a healthcare assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting patients through some of the most challenging moments of their lives. Your empathy, consistency, and determination will help create a safe and therapeutic environment where recovery becomes possible.

Job Opportunity

Main Duties of the Job

Building positive, therapeutic relationships with patients

Supporting young people with their daily care and treatment plans

Monitoring wellbeing and recording observations accurately

Assisting with documentation and care planning

Supporting patients during times of emotional distress

Working collaboratively with colleagues, families, and external professionals

Carrying out delegated clinical duties under the supervision of the Nurse in Charge

Engaging fully with ongoing training and development

Essential Skills

Essential

GCSE (or equivalent) in English and Math
Experience working in a healthcare, social care, or education settin
Basic understanding of mental health and safeguarding principle
Compassionate, patient, and resilient; able to maintain professional boundaries
Willingness to work shifts (days, nights, weekends) as part of a 24-hour services

Desirable

Studying toward or holding a qualification in Health and Social care
Experience supporting individuals with mental health needs, learning disabilities, or autism
Awareness of trauma-informed or autism-informed practice
Reflective and committed to professional development
Full UK driving licence

About Company

Ellern Mede is a leading specialist mental healthcare provider, offering tailored care for individuals of all ages (8+). With over 25 years of dedicated service, Ellern Mede is recognised for its positive outcomes and ability to provide personalised care for individuals with severe and complex mental health needs.

Alongside our recognised expertise in eating disorders, we support people with a range of complex and co-occurring needs. We take a holistic approach, shaping care to support the individual’s long-term recovery and independence.

We work nationally and internationally with NHS commissioners, insurers, overseas governments, and private funders to provide bespoke inpatient placements

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