Healthcare Assistant - Addiction & Mental Health
£13.73/hr £25,700
Scottish Borders
Are you a compassionate and reliable Healthcare Assistant looking to make a meaningful impact in addiction recovery? A leading residential treatment centre in the Scottish Borders is seeking full-time support staff to join its dedicated nursing team.
This abstinence-based service has been helping individuals overcome alcohol, drug, and behavioural addictions for over 30 years. With a strong therapeutic model and a beautiful countryside setting, it's a place where lives are rebuilt—and your care can make all the difference.
Role Overview
Full-time: 36 hours/week (3 x 12-hour shifts across days, nights, and weekends)
Support patients through detox and rehabilitation under nurse supervision
Provide emotional and physical care to individuals and families
Assist with admissions, discharges, and maintaining clinical areas
What You'll Bring
SVQ Level II in Health & Social Care (or equivalent)
Experience in addiction, mental health, or similar care settings
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Understanding of infection control and health & safety
Ability to perform basic life support (training provided if needed)
Compassionate, professional, and boundary-aware approach Benefits
£12.21/hr + 20% enhancement = £13.73/hr
Free meals and refreshments
Sick pay and pension scheme
On-site parking and gym access
Staff discounts at the hospital shop
If you're ready to support people on their journey to recovery in a clinically respected and emotionally rewarding environment, we'd love to hear from you