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Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust Healthcare Assistant Apprentice

The closing date is 19 November 2026

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Job summary

Exciting opportunity -- start your career in healthcare with us as a Health Care Assistant Apprentice!

Step into a role where every day makes a difference. We're looking for enthusiastic, caring individuals to join our team across our medium secure sites: Reaside Clinic and The Tamarind Centre.

The Health Care Assistant Apprentice is an entry-level role designed to provide individuals with the opportunity to gain practical experience and recognised qualifications while working within a healthcare environment. The post holder will support the delivery of high-quality, compassionate and person-centred care to service users under the supervision of qualified healthcare professionals.

Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, the apprentice will assist with day-to-day care and support activities, promote recovery and independence, and contribute to maintaining a safe, therapeutic and inclusive environment. The role provides exposure to a range of healthcare settings and enables the apprentice to develop the knowledge, skills and behaviours required to deliver effective care and support.

Alongside their employment, the apprentice will undertake a Level 2 Adult Care qualification, receiving structured learning and workplace support to build competence and confidence in the role. This apprenticeship offers a valuable pathway into a healthcare career, with opportunities for future development within health and social care services.

Main duties of the job

The Health Care Assistant Apprentice will work as part of the multidisciplinary team to provide high-quality, compassionate, person-centred care to service users in a variety of healthcare settings. Under the supervision of qualified healthcare professionals, the post holder will support the delivery of safe and effective care, promoting recovery, independence, dignity and wellbeing.

The apprentice will assist service users with activities of daily living, support engagement in therapeutic and recovery-focused activities, observe and report changes in service users' mental, physical and emotional health, and contribute to maintaining a safe, clean and therapeutic environment. The post holder will undertake duties appropriate to their level of training and competence, working in accordance with Trust policies, procedures and professional standards.

About us

Welcome to Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust. Our 4000 clinical and support staff help us to improve mental health wellbeing and meet the needs of the 70,000 people we serve each year. We provide a range of mental healthcare services across Birmingham and Solihull, as well as specialised services nationally. We also offer medical, nursing and psychology training and are proud of our international reputation for both research and innovation.

Our population is culturally diverse, characterised in places by high levels of deprivation which create an increasing demand for our services and a necessity for us to make sure everyone can access the help they need. We are a team of compassionate, inclusive and committed people working together to provide excellent care to support our community. If you are looking for a place to belong, where you can make a real difference to people's lives, join our team where our warm welcome is waiting for you.

Details

Date posted

05 November 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£15,600 a year per annum, pro rata

Contract

Apprenticeship

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

436-8414624

Job locations

Reaside Clinic & Tamarind Centre

Birmingham

B45 9BE

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information about the main responsibilities please view the attached job description and person specification.

We are unable to support applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work the United Kingdom (UK)

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information about the main responsibilities please view the attached job description and person specification.

We are unable to support applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work the United Kingdom (UK)

Person Specification

Training & Qualifications

Essential

• Maths and English GCSE at a grade 4-9 if under the age of 19 (Applicants must be 18 and over)
• Willingness to learn and complete Level 2 in Adult Care

Knowledge And Experience

Essential

• Understanding of the importance of delivering person-centred care.
• Basic awareness of mental health and wellbeing.
• Knowledge of Microsoft packages word/ excel/outlook

Person Specification

Training & Qualifications

Essential

• Maths and English GCSE at a grade 4-9 if under the age of 19 (Applicants must be 18 and over)
• Willingness to learn and complete Level 2 in Adult Care

Knowledge And Experience

Essential

• Understanding of the importance of delivering person-centred care.
• Basic awareness of mental health and wellbeing.
• Knowledge of Microsoft packages word/ excel/outlook

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

Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Reaside Clinic & Tamarind Centre

Birmingham

B45 9BE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Reaside Clinic & Tamarind Centre

Birmingham

B45 9BE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Clinical Services Manager

Hazel Ndoro & Lynsey Wier

[email protected]

01213013068

Details

Date posted

05 November 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£15,600 a year per annum, pro rata

Contract

Apprenticeship

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

436-8414624

Job locations

Reaside Clinic & Tamarind Centre

Birmingham

B45 9BE

United Kingdom

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