Mental Health Care Assistant – Flexible Shifts & Training

Islet Systems; Dawlish; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking Healthcare Assistants to join the Allocate on Arrival team at Langdon Hospital. This role offers flexibility with shift allocations and opportunities to gain diverse clinical experience while ensuring high-quality care. Applicants from all backgrounds are welcome, with training available. A Care Certificate is desirable, and candidates must pass a physical restraint assessment. The position operates on a permanent, full-time basis with a salary between £24,937 and £26,598 annually.

Qualifications

• Basic education required.
• Complete the Care Certificate within the first 6 months of employment.

Responsibilities

• Report to the Nurse-in-Charge and be allocated to a ward based on service need.
• Support the delivery of high-quality care to individuals.
• Observe and report changes in mental or physical state.

Skills

Awareness of safeguarding principles

IT skills

Good communication and listening skills

Problem solving skills

Ability to work with people in a group and individual basis

Education

Basic education

Care Certificate (to be completed within 6 months)

Job description

A leading healthcare provider is seeking Healthcare Assistants to join the Allocate on Arrival team at Langdon Hospital. This role offers flexibility with shift allocations and opportunities to gain diverse clinical experience while ensuring high-quality care. Applicants from all backgrounds are welcome, with training available. A Care Certificate is desirable, and candidates must pass a physical restraint assessment. The position operates on a permanent, full-time basis with a salary between £24,937 and £26,598 annually.