Healthcare Assistant
The closing date is 02 April 2026
Job summary
We have a wonderful opportunity for you join our Trauma & Orthopaedics team and a Healthcare assistant.
We welcome applications from individuals with NHS or care experience who are looking to progress their healthcare career, as well as those from customer-focused backgrounds who are ready to take their first step into the NHS. What matters most is that you are caring, kind, and genuinely motivated to make a difference to patients' lives.
You will receive full training and support, with access to structured learning and development opportunities that will help you grow in confidence, knowledge, and skills as you progress in your NHS career.
At Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust, we are proud to provide an inclusive and supportive working environment. We value our people, celebrate diversity, and foster a strong sense of belonging. If you share our values and want to be part of a highly motivated and caring team -- this could be the perfect time to join us.
Please be aware that we reserve the right to close the vacancy early should a high number of applications be received.
Unfortunately, there is no Visa Sponsorship available for this role.
Main duties of the job
As a Health Care Assistant you will be a hugely valuable support to our Nursing and Midwifery teams providing care to our patients. Every day will be different and you will work alongside the rest of the team carrying out a wide range of tasks and assisting with care to support the needs of the patients and their families.
Examples of what you may do as part of your roleHelping patients to move aroundTalking to patients and their familiesMonitoring patient conditionSkills and personal attributes neededCaring and kindCheerful and friendlyAble to follow direct instructions
Maintains departmental stocks and supplies. Happy to work in a team but also able to use own initiativeHave good listening and communication skillsBe well organised
Full time and we are open to discuss flexible working arrangements.
This opportunity is only available for candidates who have the right to work in the UK.
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
31 March 2026
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
Reference number
390-SUR-BA-5263
Job locations
Basildon
nethermayne
basildon
SS16 5NL
Employer details
Employer name
Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Basildon
nethermayne
basildon
SS16 5NL
Employer's website
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