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Ellern Mede Group Healthcare Assistant (HCA)

The closing date is 26 November 2026

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Job summary

Ellern Mede Barnet is looking for enthusiastic and dedicated healthcare assistants to join the team. As a healthcare assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting patients through some of the most challenging moments of their lives. Your empathy, consistency, and determination will help create a safe and therapeutic environment where recovery becomes possible.

Main duties of the job

• Building positive, therapeutic relationships with patients
• Supporting young people with their daily care and treatment plans
• Monitoring wellbeing and recording observations accurately
• Assisting with documentation and care planning
• Supporting patients during times of emotional distress
• Working collaboratively with colleagues, families, and external professionals
• Carrying out delegated clinical duties under the supervision of the Nurse in Charge Engaging fully with ongoing training and development

About us

Ellern Mede is a leading specialist mental healthcare provider, offering tailored care for individuals of all ages (8+). With over 25 years of dedicated service, Ellern Mede is recognised for its positive outcomes and ability to provide personalised care for individuals with severe and complex mental health needs. Alongside our recognised expertise in eating disorders, we support people with a range of complex and co-occurring needs. We take a holistic approach, shaping care to support the individual's long-term recovery and independence. We work nationally and internationally with NHS commissioners, insurers, overseas governments, and private funders to provide bespoke inpatient placements.

Details

Date posted

27 October 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£14 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

oc-1793007329-M0YKA

Job locations

Barnet

EN5 5EE

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Ellern Mede Barnet is looking for enthusiastic and dedicated healthcare assistants to join the team. As a healthcare assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting patients through some of the most challenging moments of their lives. Your empathy, consistency, and determination will help create a safe and therapeutic environment where recovery becomes possible.

Main Duties of the Job

• Building positive, therapeutic relationships with patients Supporting young people with their daily care and treatment plans
• Monitoring wellbeing and recording observations accurately
• Assisting with documentation and care planning
• Supporting patients during times of emotional distress
• Working collaboratively with colleagues, families, and external professionals
• Carrying out delegated clinical duties under the supervision of the Nurse in Charge Engaging fully with ongoing training and development Essential Skills Essential

Job description

Job responsibilities

Ellern Mede Barnet is looking for enthusiastic and dedicated healthcare assistants to join the team. As a healthcare assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting patients through some of the most challenging moments of their lives. Your empathy, consistency, and determination will help create a safe and therapeutic environment where recovery becomes possible.

Main Duties of the Job

• Building positive, therapeutic relationships with patients Supporting young people with their daily care and treatment plans
• Monitoring wellbeing and recording observations accurately
• Assisting with documentation and care planning
• Supporting patients during times of emotional distress
• Working collaboratively with colleagues, families, and external professionals
• Carrying out delegated clinical duties under the supervision of the Nurse in Charge Engaging fully with ongoing training and development Essential Skills Essential

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience working in a healthcare, social care, or education setting Basic understanding of mental health and safeguarding principle Compassionate, patient, and resilient; able to maintain professional boundaries

Desirable

• Full UK Driving licence

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE (or equivalent) in English and Math
• Experience working in a healthcare, social care, or education settin
• Basic understanding of mental health and safeguarding principle
• Compassionate, patient, and resilient; able to maintain professional boundaries
• Willingness to work shifts (days, nights, weekends) as part of a 24-hour services

Desirable

• Studying toward or holding a qualification in Health and Social care
• Experience supporting individuals with mental health needs, learning disabilities, or autism
• Awareness of trauma-informed or autism-informed practice
• Reflective and committed to professional development

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience working in a healthcare, social care, or education setting Basic understanding of mental health and safeguarding principle Compassionate, patient, and resilient; able to maintain professional boundaries

Desirable

• Full UK Driving licence

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE (or equivalent) in English and Math
• Experience working in a healthcare, social care, or education settin
• Basic understanding of mental health and safeguarding principle
• Compassionate, patient, and resilient; able to maintain professional boundaries
• Willingness to work shifts (days, nights, weekends) as part of a 24-hour services

Desirable

• Studying toward or holding a qualification in Health and Social care
• Experience supporting individuals with mental health needs, learning disabilities, or autism
• Awareness of trauma-informed or autism-informed practice
• Reflective and committed to professional development

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

Ellern Mede Group

Address

Barnet

EN5 5EE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.ellernmede.org (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Ellern Mede Group

Address

Barnet

EN5 5EE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.ellernmede.org (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Recruitment

Anna Meszaros

[email protected]

02032097900

Details

Date posted

27 October 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£14 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

oc-1793007329-M0YKA

Job locations

Barnet

EN5 5EE

United Kingdom

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