# Healthcare Assistant

> NHS job listing from Job Clerk for Elysium Healthcare.

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## Summary

- **Status:** Live
- **Employer:** Elysium Healthcare
- **Town:** Borehamwood
- **Region:** East of England
- **Country:** England
- **Profession:** Healthcare support worker
- **Salary:** £13.11

                    an hour
- **Contract type:** Permanent
- **Employment type:** Full-time
- **Closing date:** 2026-07-29T23:59:00.000Z
- **Posted:** 2026-07-01T15:17:11.791Z
- **Source information URL:** https://www.jobs.nhs.uk/candidate/jobadvert/E0132-26-1365?employerCode=E0132
- **Application URL:** https://www.applygateway.com/apply?JobId=1522369709&supplierId=153&utm_campaign=NHSJobs&utm_source=supplier

## Job Content

### Job summary

Are you a naturally caring experienced Healthcare Assistant in the UK, looking for your career to be fulfilling, where you're valued, recognised and supported? If you want to make a positive difference to the lives of others and change lives for the better, then join the team at Spring Wood Lodge in Guiseley, as a Healthcare Assistant. You'll have access to a range of training and development options to help you achieve your career aspirations, while working as part of a supportive and friendly team in a culture built on kindness and teamwork. What you will be doing: You will join an inclusive and supportive team that works well together to provide care for women over the age of 18 who have complex emotional and mental health problems associated with significant risk behaviours. Typically they have a diagnosis of personality disorder or a severe mental illness, using your knowledge and skills to help people along their recover pathway towards leading a valued and fulfilled life.

### Main duties of the job

As a Healthcare Assistant at Elysium Healthcare, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of women over 18 with complex emotional and mental health challenges. You will work at Spring Wood Lodge in Guiseley, Leeds, providing care for individuals with diagnoses such as personality disorders and severe mental illnesses. Your role will involve monitoring patients' conditions, participating in ward rounds, updating patient records, and providing personal care. A supportive team environment with a focus on kindness and teamwork will offer you access to training and professional development opportunities. A positive attitude, resilience, and compassion are vital for success in this role. The benefits package includes a competitive hourly rate and other perks such as access to a Benefits platform, wellbeing support, and career development opportunities. Join us to be a part of a rewarding career dedicated to improving the lives of others.

### About us

Elysium Healthcare is a leading provider of care with over 8,000 employees and a network of more than 80 services across England and Wales. The organization specializes in Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education, offering a range of career opportunities for growth and development. As part of Ramsay Health Care, Elysium is backed by a global network spanning 10 countries with over 86,000 employees worldwide. The company is committed to a unique approach to care delivery, ensuring inclusive and accessible recruitment processes as a Disability Confident employer. Elysium Healthcare places a strong emphasis on safeguarding the welfare of service users and adheres to the safer recruitment of staff. All candidates undergo a DBS disclosure check. With a focus on employee wellbeing and development, Elysium Healthcare aims to create a supportive and enriching work environment.

### Details

- Date posted: 01 July 2026
- Pay scheme: Other
- Salary: £13.11 an hour
- Contract: Permanent
- Working pattern: Full-time
- Reference number: 1522369709
- Job locations: Elysium Healthcare, Leeds, LS20 9PQ, United Kingdom

### Job responsibilities

Are you a naturally caring experienced Healthcare Assistant in the UK, looking for your career to be fulfilling, where you’re valued, recognised and supported?

If you want to make a positive difference to the lives of others and change lives for the better, then join the team at Spring Wood Lodge in Guiseley,as a Healthcare Assistant

You’ll have access to a range of training and development options to help you achieve your career aspirations, while working as part of a supportive and friendly team in a culture built on kindness and teamwork.

What you will be doing

You will join an inclusive and supportive team that works well together to provide care for women over the age of 18 who have complex emotional and mental health problems associated with significant risk behaviours. Typically they have a diagnosis of personality disorder or a severe mental illness, using your knowledge and skills to help people along their recover pathway towards leading a valued and fulfilled life.

Your day-to-day will include ward rounds, analysing behaviours and adapting care accordingly with colleagues, updating patient records, and providing overall care and support, which may include assisting with personal hygiene.

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 because of your involvement, knowing that you’ve made someone’s life better.

The shift pattern is 12.5 hours a day, 3-4 days a week including nights and weekends.

Where you will be working

Location: 1 Towngate Close, Guiseley, Leeds, LS20 9PQ

What You’ll Get

At Elysium Healthcare, we believe in taking care of the people who care for others, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, growth, and future:

- Hourlt Rate £13.11
- The equivalent of 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays) – plus your birthday off and the option to buy additional annual leave, in our annual selection window.
- Career development and training to help you achieve your professional goals
- Access to our Rewards & Benefits platform Ely-Vate; Your one-stop destination for everyday savings, exclusive benefits, and wellbeing hub!
- Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance
- Access to Blue Light Card, which provides a range of exclusive offers and discounts
- Life Assurance, for added peace of mind
- Stream – instant access to earned wages when you need it, plus access to save, directly from your wages, alongside financial wellbeing support.
- 24/7 GP service and second medical opinion, to ensure you are the best you can be
- Enhanced Maternity Package, so you can truly enjoy this special time
- Pension contribution, to help secure your future
- Free/subsidised meals and onsite/local free parking

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

## Job Details

Are you a naturally caring experienced Healthcare Assistant in the UK, looking for your career to be fulfilling, where you're valued, recognised and supported? If you want to make a positive difference to the lives of others and change lives for the better, then join the team at Spring Wood Lodge in Guiseley, as a Healthcare Assistant. You'll have access to a range of training and development options to help you achieve your career aspirations, while working as part of a supportive and friendly team in a culture built on kindness and teamwork. What you will be doing: You will join an inclusive and supportive team that works well together to provide care for women over the age of 18 who have complex emotional and mental health problems associated with significant risk behaviours. Typically they have a diagnosis of personality disorder or a severe mental illness, using your knowledge and skills to help people along their recover pathway towards leading a valued and fulfilled life.

## Job Description

As a Healthcare Assistant at Elysium Healthcare, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of women over 18 with complex emotional and mental health challenges. You will work at Spring Wood Lodge in Guiseley, Leeds, providing care for individuals with diagnoses such as personality disorders and severe mental illnesses. Your role will involve monitoring patients' conditions, participating in ward rounds, updating patient records, and providing personal care. A supportive team environment with a focus on kindness and teamwork will offer you access to training and professional development opportunities. A positive attitude, resilience, and compassion are vital for success in this role. The benefits package includes a competitive hourly rate and other perks such as access to a Benefits platform, wellbeing support, and career development opportunities. Join us to be a part of a rewarding career dedicated to improving the lives of others.

## Responsibilities

Are you a naturally caring experienced Healthcare Assistant in the UK, looking for your career to be fulfilling, where you’re valued, recognised and supported?

If you want to make a positive difference to the lives of others and change lives for the better, then join the team at Spring Wood Lodge in Guiseley,as a Healthcare Assistant

You’ll have access to a range of training and development options to help you achieve your career aspirations, while working as part of a supportive and friendly team in a culture built on kindness and teamwork.

What you will be doing

You will join an inclusive and supportive team that works well together to provide care for women over the age of 18 who have complex emotional and mental health problems associated with significant risk behaviours. Typically they have a diagnosis of personality disorder or a severe mental illness, using your knowledge and skills to help people along their recover pathway towards leading a valued and fulfilled life.

Your day-to-day will include ward rounds, analysing behaviours and adapting care accordingly with colleagues, updating patient records, and providing overall care and support, which may include assisting with personal hygiene.

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 because of your involvement, knowing that you’ve made someone’s life better.

The shift pattern is 12.5 hours a day, 3-4 days a week including nights and weekends.

Where you will be working

Location: 1 Towngate Close, Guiseley, Leeds, LS20 9PQ

What You’ll Get

At Elysium Healthcare, we believe in taking care of the people who care for others, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, growth, and future:

Hourlt Rate £13.11

The equivalent of 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays) – plus your birthday off and the option to buy additional annual leave, in our annual selection window.

Career development and training to help you achieve your professional goals

Access to our Rewards & Benefits platform Ely-Vate; Your one-stop destination for everyday savings, exclusive benefits, and wellbeing hub!

Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance

Access to Blue Light Card, which provides a range of exclusive offers and discounts

Life Assurance, for added peace of mind

Stream – instant access to earned wages when you need it, plus access to save, directly from your wages, alongside financial wellbeing support.

24/7 GP service and second medical opinion, to ensure you are the best you can be

Enhanced Maternity Package, so you can truly enjoy this special time

Pension contribution, to help secure your future

Free/subsidised meals and onsite/local free parking

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

## Person Specification

### Qualifications

**Essential**

- Healthcare experience in a similar environment is preferred.

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