Bank Healthcare Assistant

2 weeks ago

Chelmsford, Essex, United Kingdom Priory Full time £63,344 per year
Bank Healthcare Assistant

Department: Healthcare Assistants and Support Workers

Employment Type: Bank

Location: Priory Hospital Chelmsford

Compensation: GBP 12.21 / hour

Description

Priory Hospital Chelmsford is looking to recruit a Bank Healthcare Assistant to join the team.

Situated within three acres of landscape grounds, Priory Hospital Chelmsford is an independent hospital that specialises in the treatment and management of adults and adolescents with a range of mental health problems. The hospital offers calming and recovery focused residential treatment for up to 60 service users, as well as day care and outpatient services, including separate facilities for young people.

The hospital incorporates a Grade II listed building that has been extensively restore and is situated within three acres of landscaped grounds

Our highly experienced multidisciplinary team deliver personalised treatment programmes alongside the use of a range of therapies.

What you'll be doing

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. As a Bank Healthcare Assistant, 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.
  • Support qualified staff in delivering individual care plans, assisting with personal care tasks and daily activities in line with healthcare procedures.
  • Monitor patient wellbeing, reporting any concerns to senior staff, and assist with delegated interventions such as observations, de-escalation, and patient escort.
  • Contribute to the multidisciplinary team, attend meetings, and help maintain ward cleanliness, stock levels, and infection control standards.
  • Foster professional relationships with patients, visitors, and colleagues, ensuring a welcoming and responsive environment.
  • Promote high-quality, person-centred care that represents value for money and meets the needs of patients and their families.
You can find additional information in the attached job description.

What you'll bring to the role

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.

Candidates should have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trusting relationships and deliver compassionate, person-centred care. Experience in a healthcare or mental health setting is desirable, but not essential, as full training will be provided. The role requires strong teamwork skills, as you will work closely with qualified nurses and multidisciplinary colleagues to support patient care and wellbeing.

What we will give you in return

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
  • Supplemented meals
  • 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
  • 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. In such cases, adverts should be closed immediately, and remaining applicants informed of the reason.

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