We are currently recruiting Healthcare Assistants for ongoing flexible ad hoc shifts within a specialist mental health inpatient setting in Clacton-on-Sea.
Location: Clacton-on-Sea, Essex
Shifts: 07:30-20:00 | 20:00-07:30 (1-hour unpaid break)
Pay: £14.24-£15.00 per hour PAYE (inclusive of holiday pay)
The service provides both acute inpatient care and specialist rehabilitation for women aged 18+ , supporting individuals with a range of complex mental health needs. The acute wards support individuals experiencing periods of crisis or acute phases of mental illness, including:
- Acute mental health presentations
- Depression
- Psychosis and schizophrenia
- Bipolar disorder
- Personality disorders
- Dual diagnosis
- Substance misuse
- Self-harm
The rehabilitation service provides structured support to women with complex, severe and enduring mental health needs , helping individuals work towards recovery, greater independence and progression back into the community.
The Role
As a Healthcare Assistant, you will work as part of a multidisciplinary team, providing high-quality, person-centred care and support to service users.
Duties may include:
- Providing compassionate care and support to service users
- Supporting individuals with their daily living needs
- Maintaining a safe and therapeutic environment
- Observing and reporting changes in presentation or behaviour
- Supporting activities and recovery-focused interventions
- Working alongside nursing and wider clinical teams
- Following individual care plans and safeguarding procedures
- Maintaining accurate and timely records
What We Offer
- Ongoing ad hoc shifts
- Flexible working
- Plenty of day and night shifts available
- Opportunity to work within a specialist mental health environment
- Flexible shifts to fit around your existing commitments
Requirements
- Previous experience working as a Healthcare Assistant / Support Worker
- Experience within mental health or a similar care environment is highly desirable
- Ability to work confidently with individuals with complex needs
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Reliable, professional and compassionate approach
- Right to Work in the UK ( Sponsorship not available)
- Relevant compliance and training must be completed prior to booking
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