Mental Health Care Assistant - Growth, Training & Impact

Priory; Hassocks; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Birthday Holiday - Your Birthday as an

Enhanced maternity pay

Contributory pension scheme

Flexible benefits (gym access, tech, &

IPD sponsorship

Leadership & management development

Long service award

Refer a friend bonuses

Job summary

Priory Hospital Burgess Hill is seeking a Healthcare Assistant to join our compassionate team. The role involves assisting with patient care plans, personal care, and daily activities to support recovery in a PICU environment for adult males.

We offer full-time hours (40.25 per week) with a competitive annual salary of £27,073.95 and opportunities for development within Priory. A Care Certificate may be required during probation.

Qualifications

• Empathy and compassionate approach to patient care.
• Ability to work as part of a team in a busy hospital setting.
• Willingness to complete probation requirements (Care Certificate).

Responsibilities

• Assist qualified staff with patient care plans and daily activities.
• Provide practical and personal care including bathing, dressing and toileting while maintaining dignity.
• Monitor patients' wellbeing and report concerns to senior staff.
• Support patients to maintain wellbeing and receive safe, person-centred care.

Skills

Empathy

Resilience

Teamwork

Strong communication

Education

Care Certificate (may be required during probation)

Job description

Priory Hospital Burgess Hill is seeking a Healthcare Assistant to join our compassionate team. The role involves assisting with patient care plans, personal care, and daily activities to support recovery in a PICU environment for adult males.

We offer full-time hours (40.25 per week) with a competitive annual salary of £27,073.95 and opportunities for development within Priory. A Care Certificate may be required during probation.