Bank Healthcare Assistant

Job summary

Are you an experienced Healthcare Assistant or Support Worker wanting control and flexibility to work the shifts you want? Whether youre looking for extra shifts to boost your income or a flexible job that fits around your lifestyle, if youre an experienced Healthcare Assistant in the UK you can join our staff bank and, after completing a paid two-week induction, youll have access to available shifts at The Woodlands in Newcastle-Under-Lyme, plus the potential future option to work bank shifts regionally at other Elysium services across the region. There is no minimum number of hours that you need to work, although it is recommended to work as often as you can to ensure your induction knowledge and familiarity with the service is retained. Weekdays, nights and weekend shifts are regularly available, which are easy to view and book through an app. Within a few taps youll have the shifts at The Woodlands secured that you want. Whether your nursing experience is from the NHS or private sector, you can join the team as a Bank Healthcare Assistant with an hourly rate that inclu

Main duties of the job

The role of a Bank Healthcare Assistant at Elysium Healthcare offers flexibility and control over your working hours and shift patterns. You will join the team to provide care for individuals with learning disabilities and/or autism at The Woodlands, a specialist community-based service. The environment can be challenging, requiring a positive attitude, compassion, and resilience. The reward comes from making a real difference in the lives of vulnerable people, helping them progress and develop skills they previously couldn't. Shifts are 12.5 hours and can be chosen through an app, with no minimum work requirement but the opportunity to work more frequently to retain service familiarity. Benefits include an hourly rate of up to £13.11 with a holiday allowance uplift, weekly pay, a paid two-week induction, free meals on duty, and free parking. Training and wellbeing support are provided to help maintain a healthy work-life balance.

About us

Elysium Healthcare is a significant healthcare provider, employing over 8,000 people across a network of 80 services in England and Wales. The organisation covers various sectors, including Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education. This diversity offers employees opportunities for growth and mobility within the company. Elysium is part of Ramsay Health Care, a global network extending across 10 countries with over 86,000 employees worldwide. Elysium takes pride in its inclusive recruitment, being a Disability Confident employer, and emphasizes the importance of safeguarding the welfare of service users. Anyone working with Elysium is subject to a DBS disclosure as part of their safer recruitment policy. The company's unique approach to care delivery allows employees to make a significant impact in the healthcare sector, fostering an environment of support, development, and meaningful contributions to society.

Details

• Date posted: 01 July 2026
• Pay scheme: Other
• Salary: £13.11 an hour
• Contract: Bank
• Working pattern: Flexible working
• Reference number: 1522369703
• Job locations: Elysium Healthcare, Newcastle Under Lyme, ST5 8AZ, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities

Are you an experienced Healthcare Assistant or Support Worker wanting control and flexibility to work the shifts you want?

Whether you’re looking for extra shifts to boost your income or a flexible job that fits around your lifestyle, if you’re an experienced Healthcare Assistant in the UK you can join our staff bank and, after completing a paid two-week induction, you’ll have access to available shifts at The Woodlands in Newcastle-Under-Lyme , plus the potential future option to work bank shifts regionally at other Elysium services across the region.

There is no minimum number of hours that you need to work, although it is recommended to work as often as you can to ensure your induction knowledge and familiarity with the service is retained.

Weekdays, nights and weekend shifts are regularly available, which are easy to view and book through an app. Within a few taps you’ll have the shifts at The Woodlands secured that you want.

Whether your nursing experience is from the NHS or private sector, you can join the team as a Bank Healthcare Assistant with an hourly rate that includes a 12.07% uplift to cover annual leave, plus have access to a range of benefits including free meals on duty, free parking and more.

What you will be doing

You will join the team that works well together to provide care for people with learning disability and or autism. Whether you are currently a Healthcare Assistant, Support Worker or Care Worker, you will utilise your experience to support people to lead a valued and fulfilled life.

It can be quite a challenging environment at times, so a positive attitude, compassion, resilience and vigilance are important. But it is hugely rewarding to see people improve; being able to do something today that they couldn’t do last week because of you.

With Elysium, you’ll get to experience what delivering great healthcare should feel like as you make a real difference to some of the most vulnerable people in society, with plenty to keep you engaged and motivated as you’re rewarded and enjoy a fulfilling role.

The service operates 24/7 with 12.5 hour standard shifts. As a Healthcare Assistant on our bank you’ll be on a zero hour contract, giving you the freedom to choose which shifts you want to work each week.

Where you will be working

Location: 20 Woodland Ave, Wolstanton, Newcastle-under-Lyme, Newcastle ST5 8AZ

Join the team at The Woodlands, a specialist community based service, replicating a home-to-home environment for 6 men living with a learning disability and or autism. Service users may also have unstable epilepsy, profound and multiple communication difficulties, sensory impairments and physical health problems.

You will be providing care to people who are currently living in the community, such as the family home or supported living but require more structured care and support, as well as those who are transitioning out of residential schools and require ongoing care and support.

What you will get

• An hourly rate of up to £13.11 (plus a 12.07% holiday allowance uplift)
• Weekly pay!
• Two-week paid induction
• App access to book shifts easily and quickly
• Free meals and parking
• Mandatory training to ensure you are fully able to do your job at the best of your ability.
• Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a great work-life balance.

About your next employer:

Elysium Health care has over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 80 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move.

Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally.

Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments and is a Disability Confident employer, committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person’s individual responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of service users. All candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure