We have several excitingpermanentopportunities atSouthend Hospitalfor Healthcare Assistants.
The job requires someone that exudes our Trust Values: Excellent, Compassionate and Respectful. Although experience is not necessary for this role as full training is provided, having worked in care, or provided care would be advantageous to the role.
If you are interested in starting a Career in Care, please apply today!
We are recruiting across several specialities - please specify the area that you are interested in, in your supporting information)
Interviews will be conducted on Saturday 7th February 2026 - the interview will be face-to-face, we are unable to accommodate virtual interviews.
The Healthcare Assistant (HCA) will function as part of the multi-disciplinary team within the ward or department to provide a seamless service & high-quality care to patients under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse. The HCA is expected to undertake care to meet the needs of the patients under the supervision of a qualified nurse, working within the Trust’s policies and procedures and the philosophy of the ward. Being able to work as part of a team is essential to the role.
Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust encourages our Healthcare Assistants to continually develop their own capabilities and knowledge of nursing tasks in line with the Trust’s career pathways.
These posts require you to commit toShift workwhich will include, weekends, Bank holidays and nights. In general, our day shifts start at 7:00 and finish at 19:30. Night shifts start at 19:00 and finish at 7:30 (some wards may differ slightly). Shift Rota are planned 4-8 weeks in advance.
Our ambition is to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and well being of our patients, and provide a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.
We aim to make the most of our skills and experiences so we can become the best we can be. As one organisation we will recruit the finest and retain more specialist staff due to more employment opportunities across our Trust.
A full list of duties can be found in the attached Job Description.
At all times maintain the dignity and respect of patients.
Assist in the admission process by accurately recording patient’s demographic details.
To assist patients with personal and oral hygiene as instructed.
To assist patients with eating and drinking.
Monitoring and accurate recording of dietary and fluid intake appropriately reporting any abnormalities to the nurse in charge.
Enable patients to access appropriate toilet facilities, collecting and disposing of body waste.
Testing blood sugars, urine and stool specimens & accurately record results.
Removal of male/female indwelling urethral catheters.
Please be aware that we reserve the right to close this vacancy early should a high number of applications be received.
Unfortunately, we are unable to provide Visa Sponsorship for this role.
This advert closes on Thursday 29 Jan 2026