Job Overview
We have an exciting opportunity for a Healthcare Assistant to join our dynamic, multi-disciplinary team at the older adult inpatient ward at Thurrock Community Hospital.
Meadowview inpatient facility provides care to older people aged 65 and over with mental health issues, where hospital admission is deemed the safest option.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will undertake assigned tasks involving direct patient care in inpatient settings, supporting individual patients in all aspects of their care, including daily living needs as outlined in the patients' individualised care plans.
Working for our organisation
Valuing you. Recognising your dedication. At EPUT, we look after you.
* Receive supervision and support to help you fulfil your potential.
* Join an inclusive EPUT community and connect with others through engagement events and equality or champion networks.
* Access mental health and wellbeing services, occupational health advice, and counselling if needed.
* We run recognition awards to acknowledge staff's hard work and dedication.
Benefits
* 27 days holiday, plus bank holidays, increasing to 33 days after 10 years of service.
* Excellent pension scheme contributing up to 14.5% of your pensionable pay.
* Staff discounts including Blue Light Card, NHS discounts, and other staff benefits.
* £8K relocation package for those moving to Essex to join us.
* Interest-free season ticket loans to cover commuting costs via tram, rail, or bus.
Work that adapts to your needs
* Flexible working options available from day one for most roles.
* Applications for job sharing are welcomed.
Important: Please include professional references covering your last three years of employment when applying. Personal or character references are not accepted.
As a new employee, you will be responsible for the cost of your initial DBS check, deducted from your first salary.
Our Trust is an Equal Opportunities Employer, especially encouraging applications from those with experience of using mental health services and individuals with disabilities. For accessible application formats, contact the Recruitment Department at 01375 364513 or epunft.recruitment.adverts@nhs.net.
The Trust reserves the right to close vacancies early. Please check your email regularly and note that if you do not hear within three weeks of the closing date, your application was unsuccessful.
We are committed to safeguarding children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All staff must undergo robust safer recruitment processes.
Note: Due to recent regulations, employment in care roles requires COVID-19 vaccination unless exempt, as part of pre-employment checks.
Staff at risk will be prioritized for alternative employment. If a vacancy is deemed suitable alternative employment, the post may be withdrawn from NHS Jobs.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Applications should be written by the applicant. Use of AI programs in applications may lead to rejection, although support for disabilities is permitted.
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