Healthcare Assistant - AMU
The closing date is 12 October 2025
Job summary
We are currently seeking enthusiastic and motivated Band 3 Health Care Assistants to join our dynamic team within the Acute Medical Unit (AMU) at Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a vital role in delivering high standards of care in a fast-paced, ever-evolving clinical environment.
As a key member of the multidisciplinary team, you will work closely with nursing and medical staff to support patient care and contribute to efficient patient flow. The AMU is a high-turnover area, offering variety, challenge, and excellent learning experiences--no two days are the same.
From day one, you will have access to a wide range of learning, development, and training opportunities designed to support your professional growth. As you progress in your role, you will gain the knowledge, skills, and confidence to deliver safe, effective, and compassionate care to our patients.
This role also offers the chance to learn and develop extended clinical skills, including venepuncture and cannulation, under appropriate supervision and training.
At Mid and South Essex, we are proud of our inclusive and supportive culture, where all staff are valued and empowered to succeed. We welcome applicants who reflect our core values and who are committed to helping us further develop a diverse and talented workforce.
If you are compassionate, proactive, and ready to take the next step in your healthcare career, we would love to hear from you.
Main duties of the job
As a Band 3 Health Care Assistant in the Acute Medical Unit, you'll play a key role in delivering high-quality, compassionate care in a busy and fast-paced environment. Working as part of a supportive multidisciplinary team, you'll help maintain patient flow and safety while developing valuable clinical skills.
Your day-to-day duties will be varied and rewarding. You'll carry out clinical observations (including ECGs and urine testing), assist with patient transfers, and, with appropriate training, perform extended skills such as venepuncture and cannulation. You'll also provide reassurance to patients and families and escalate any concerns about patient wellbeing.
We're looking for someone who is kind, reliable, and eager to learn. You'll need to be a good communicator, able to follow instructions, work well in a team, and use your initiative when needed.
This is an exciting opportunity to grow within a clinically rich environment, supported by colleagues who value development, teamwork, and putting patients first. If you're ready to make a difference, we'd love to welcome you to our team.
About us
Our ambition is to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and wellbeing 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
07 October 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
£24,937 a year Per Annum (Pro Rata for Part Time)
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time
Reference number
390-DoM-BR-3307-A
Job locations
Broomfield
Broomfield
Chelmsford
CM1 7ET
Employer details
Employer name
Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Broomfield
Broomfield
Chelmsford
CM1 7ET
Employer's website
https://www.mse.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
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