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Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation TrustBasildon

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Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust Healthcare Assistant

The closing date is 22 September 2026

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Job summary

The Health Care Assistant 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 support and direct supervision of a Registered Nurse.

In this role you will be expected to undertake care to meet the needs of the patients under the supervision of the Registered Nurse, working within the Trust's policies, procedures and Trust Values and of the ward or department in a safe and person-centered environment for the treatment of patients whilst working collaboratively as part of the multidisciplinary team.

***Please note we are unable to sponsor this role***

Please be aware that we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a suitable number of applications.

Main duties of the job

Work effectively as part of the ward team, building and maintaining positive professional relationships while supporting qualified staff in the delivery and management of clinical care.
Contribute to a standard of practice that promotes equality, dignity and respect for all patients, recognising and valuing individual beliefs, backgrounds and identities.
Communicate relevant information promptly and accurately to appropriate members of the multidisciplinary team to ensure continuity and safety of care.
Provide support to patients and their relatives or carers as they adapt to the physical and emotional impact of illness or injury, offering reassurance and compassion throughout their care journey.

About us

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.

Details

Date posted

17 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£25,272 a year Per Annum (Pro Rata for Part Time)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

390-MED-BA-9463-B

Job locations

Basildon

Nethermayne

BASILDON

SS16 5NL

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Are you looking for an exciting new role using your unique qualities, then we want to hear from you.

For full details about this varied and rewarding role, please see attached job description.

We look forward to your application.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Are you looking for an exciting new role using your unique qualities, then we want to hear from you.

For full details about this varied and rewarding role, please see attached job description.

We look forward to your application.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Short courses to undertake patient and clinical care duties, completion of a competency-based workbook or equivalent relevant experience to vocational training level 3

Desirable

NVQ 3 - CARE CERTIFICATE

Knowledge and experience

Essential

Good literacy demonstrated through minimal spelling, grammatical errors through the application and interview

Desirable

previous experience of working in health care setting

Knowledge and experience

Desirable

Good IT skills

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Short courses to undertake patient and clinical care duties, completion of a competency-based workbook or equivalent relevant experience to vocational training level 3

Desirable

NVQ 3 - CARE CERTIFICATE

Knowledge and experience

Essential

Good literacy demonstrated through minimal spelling, grammatical errors through the application and interview

Desirable

previous experience of working in health care setting

Knowledge and experience

Desirable

Good IT skills

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Basildon

Nethermayne

BASILDON

SS16 5NL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.mse.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Basildon

Nethermayne

BASILDON

SS16 5NL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.mse.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

WARD MANAGER

LUVIMIN GARCES

[email protected]

03004437458

Details

Date posted

17 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£25,272 a year Per Annum (Pro Rata for Part Time)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

390-MED-BA-9463-B

Job locations

Basildon

Nethermayne

BASILDON

SS16 5NL

United Kingdom

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