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Healthcare Assistant - Older Peoples Inpatient Services

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Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Sep 17

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry Level
  • Healthcare
  • Gloucester

AI generated summary

  • You need teamwork skills, a cheerful demeanor, professional references, and a willingness to cover your DBS check. Prioritize high standards; applications from diverse backgrounds are encouraged.
  • You will provide care to older patients, support team assessments, contribute to a positive environment, and engage in professional development through training and supervision.

Requirements

  • - Previous applicants need not apply
  • - A commitment to work within established teams
  • - You will have a cheerful disposition
  • - You must be helpful, co-operative, and able to meet the high standards of the Trust
  • - Make sure that as a part of your application you have professional references with business contract information covering your last three year employment history
  • - As a newly appointed employee you are responsible for incurring the cost of your initial DBS check relevant to your post
  • - Applications for Job Share are positively welcomed
  • - We particularly welcome applications from people with experience of using mental health services
  • - We encourage people with a disability to apply
  • - Applicants will be subject to robust safer recruitment processes

Responsibilities

  • Main duties of the job
  • We are looking for people who can bring commitment, reliability, enthusiasm and determination to take forward our service in new and innovative ways.
  • In return we offer training and development of staff, support through regular Supervision and Appraisal, assisting you in setting realistic objectives.
  • A commitment to work within established teams, who provide assessment and treatment in these modern purpose built units.
  • You will have a cheerful disposition, be helpful, co-operative, and able to meet the high standards of the Trust.

FAQs

What is the job title of this position?

The job title is Healthcare Assistant - Older Peoples Inpatient Services.

Where will the Healthcare Assistant be working?

The Healthcare Assistant will be working within the older peoples Gloucester Ward at Thurrock Community Hospital.

Are previous applicants allowed to reapply for this position?

No, previous applicants who were not successful are not eligible to apply again for this role.

What qualities are you looking for in a candidate?

We are looking for candidates who bring commitment, reliability, enthusiasm, and determination to innovate our services.

What training and development opportunities are available?

We offer training and development for staff, support through regular Supervision and Appraisal, and assistance in setting realistic objectives.

What benefits does EPUT provide to staff?

Benefits include Season Ticket Loans, NHS discounts, excellent training facilities, buying and selling annual leave schemes, and salary sacrifice schemes.

Is flexible working available for this role?

Yes, the Trust supports and actively encourages flexible working arrangements for all employees.

What is the EPUT NHS Staff Bank?

The EPUT NHS Staff Bank is managed by the trust and hires clinical and non-clinical healthcare professionals to take on shifts at our hospitals and community settings.

Am I required to supply professional references with my application?

Yes, you must provide professional references covering your last three years of employment; personal or character references are not accepted.

Who incurs the cost of the initial DBS check?

The newly appointed employee is responsible for the cost of the initial DBS check, which will be deducted from their first salary.

Are applications for job share accepted?

Yes, applications for job share are positively welcomed.

Is EPUT an Equal Opportunities Employer?

Yes, EPUT is an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcomes applications from individuals with experience of using mental health services.

What are the expectations regarding the safeguarding of vulnerable individuals?

All staff are expected to commit to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults, and applicants will undergo robust safer recruitment processes.

Are Covid vaccinations mandatory for this role?

No, Covid vaccinations are no longer mandatory; however, the Trust encourages and supports vaccination uptake for the safety of staff and patients.

How will I be notified if my application is unsuccessful?

If you have not heard from us within three weeks of the closing date, it is likely that your application has been unsuccessful.

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Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

We care for people every day. What we do together, matters.

Science & Healthcare
Industry
5001-10,000
Employees
2017
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust (EPUT) provides a variety of mental health, learning disability, and community health services across Essex. Their mission is to offer high-quality, compassionate care that promotes mental and physical well-being. They focus on improving patient outcomes through integrated, person-centered services that address the diverse needs of their community, ensuring accessible and effective support for all individuals.