Mental Health Care Assistant — Compassionate Care & Career Growth

NHS Jobs; Thatcham; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals

Onsite parking

Birthday off

Career development

Job summary

Elysium Healthcare is seeking a Healthcare Assistant at Thornford Park Hospital, Thatcham, Berkshire. The role focuses on compassionate, person-centred care within a secure mental health setting, supporting residents across wards and pathways.

You will work with a supportive multidisciplinary team, grow through a three-week induction, and pursue qualifications in health and social care. A generous benefits package accompanies the role.

Qualifications

• Empathy and resilience to provide person-centred care.
• Strong communication skills and emotional awareness.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure in a secure Mental Health setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate, person-centred care to individuals at various stages of recovery.
• Support ward rounds and observe behaviours to shape responsive care plans.
• Assist with everyday tasks including personal care to promote dignity and independence.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver holistic, tailored support.

Skills

Empathy

Patience

Communication

Calm under pressure

Job description

Elysium Healthcare is seeking a Healthcare Assistant at Thornford Park Hospital, Thatcham, Berkshire. The role focuses on compassionate, person-centred care within a secure mental health setting, supporting residents across wards and pathways.

You will work with a supportive multidisciplinary team, grow through a three-week induction, and pursue qualifications in health and social care. A generous benefits package accompanies the role.