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We are looking for a compassionate, reliable, and proactive Patient Services Assistant to join our specialist dementia and delirium ward. You’ll play a vital role in maintaining a safe, clean, and calming environment for patients experiencing cognitive challenges—supporting their dignity, comfort, and wellbeing every day.
Responsibilities
* Maintaining high standards of cleanliness and infection control across the ward
* Supporting patients with meals, hydration, and non-clinical comfort needs
* Assisting with preparing bed spaces and communal areas
* Engaging with patients in a kind, respectful, and person-centred manner
* Working closely with nurses, healthcare assistants, and the wider team
* Helping create a calm and therapeutic environment for patients with dementia and delirium
Benefits
* Access to the NHS Pension Scheme, providing generous benefits upon retirement, as well as a lump sum and pension for dependants
* 27 days holiday rising to 33 days (depending on NHS Trust service)
* A variety of different types of paid and unpaid leave covering emergency and planned leave
* Confidential advice and support on personal, work, family and relationship issues, 24/7, from our Employee Assistance Programme
* NHS Car Lease scheme and Cycle to Work scheme
* An extensive range of learning and development opportunities
* Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping, motoring, cinema and finance from a range of providers
For further details and to discuss the role, contact Gabriella Valks, Ward Manager, email Gabriella.valks@nhs.net, telephone 01904 726037.
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