Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen to support our Elderly Patient with functional illnesses in Mental Health Services for Older people. The successful candidates would be expected to cover a 24hr shift pattern, 37.5hrs per week, which is broken down into 12-hour long day or night shift.
The post holders should be both positive and passionate about the care of the Elderly with acute mental health needs and willing to carry out personal development and training to improve their knowledge and skill base in this area of care.
We pride ourselves in providing a high standard of care within a multi-disciplinary approach, which is recovery focused. We believe we are progressive and forward thinking, seeking to improve our service. We offer varied training opportunities and regularly hold in house training sessions to support our team and individuals' development.
You must have the Right to Work in the UK in order to be successfully appointed to this role. Please note, this role does not meet the required eligibility criteria for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa and therefore the Trust is unable to offer sponsorship for this particular role.
Main duties of the job
Westerdale North is a mixed gendered functional mental health ward caring predominately for patients who are over 65 to support them to reach recovery.
The successful candidates must have completed the Diploma in Health and Social Care Level 2 or equivalent. Candidates must also have Literacy and Numeracy level 2 or equivalent and must complete the Trust Healthcare Assistant competencies within their probationary period (first 6 months in role).
The successful candidates who do not have the required qualifications will be expected to enrol on the Healthcare Assistant Framework which will include the acquisition of the level 2 Diploma Health and Social Care, level 2 in Literacy and Numeracy or equivalent and achievement of competencies. You will have a maximum of 2 years to complete this.
About us
The post holder must:
Comply with the terms of the contract of employment, the Staff Compact and the Trust's Statement of Values and Behaviours.
Be aware of, comply with and keep up to date with all Trust Policies and Procedures and other communications relevant to the role.
Maintain registration with the appropriate professional body where applicable and comply with the relevant code of conduct and standards of professional practice.
Fully participate in management, clinical and professional supervision sessions relevant to the role, as required by the Trust.
Fully participate in annual appraisal and appraisal reviews.
Maintain up to date knowledge and competency in the skills required to perform safely and effectively in the role. Undertake relevant training (including statutory and mandatory training) and be responsible for personal development agreed with the line manager and in line with the requirements of the AFC Knowledge and Skills Framework.
The post holder must:
Comply with the Trust's Information Governance Policies and maintain confidentiality of information at all times in line with the requirements of the Data Protection Act.
Comply with the Trust's Health and Safety Policy and risk management procedures and report as necessary any untoward incident or hazardous event in accordance with local procedure.
Details
Date posted
03 October 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
£24,937 to £26,598 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
346-TSM-030-25-A
Job locations
Westerdale North Ward
Roseberry Park Hospital
Marton Road
TS4 3AF
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification which outlines the main duties and responsibilities of the role.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
1. Diploma in Health and Social Care Level 2 or ee post: qualification must be achieved within 2 years of commencement in post).
2. Care Certificate (Trainee post: qualification must be achieved within 12 weeks of commencement in post).
3. Key skills in Literacy and Numeracy Level 2 (Trainee post: qualification must be achieved within 2 years of commencement in post).
4. Trainees must achieve the Trust's Full HCA Framework within 2 years of commencement in post.
Skills
Essential
5. Effective verbal and written communication skills
6. Time management and ability to prioritise effectively
7. Competency in record keeping (within agreed timescales)
8. Approved techniques in physical intervention (within agreed timescale)
Desirable
9. Competency in ECG and venepuncture
Experience
Essential
10. Previous experience as a Band 2/3 HCA or equivalent in a care environment.
11. (Trainee post: no essential experience required)
Desirable
12. Previous experience of working with people with mental/social health needs