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- What you'll bring to the role
NVQ Level 1 or hold GCSEs (or equivalent) in Mathematics and English. They will possess basic IT skills, understand the importance of maintaining strict confidentiality, and demonstrate a professional approach when handling sensitive information. While previous experience is not essential, the successful candidate will be willing to learn and develop, with full training provided.
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Priory Hospital Barnt GreenFull Time | 37.5 hours per weekSalary £26,886Barnt Green has an opportunity for a Healthcare Assistant to join our team across all wards. Priory Hospital Barnt Green, in Birmingham is a purpose-built hospital providing mental health support for adults and young people, including specialist therapy and psychiatry, as well as private autism assessments for adults. It is accessible by public transport, with Barnt Green railway station approximately 1–2 miles from the hospital and local bus routes serving the surrounding area. Due to the semi-rural location of the service, access to a vehicle or the ability to drive is recommended.
What you'll be doing
- Assists qualified staff with the assessment and implementation of individual patient care plans undertaking routine tasks and activities as directed to facilitate the wellbeing, dignity and treatment of all patients.
- Provides practical support and responsive care to patients who require assistance with intimate personal needs such as dressing, bathing and toileting activities ensuring that such activities comply with procedures and the relevant healthcare legislation.
- Observes and monitors the wellbeing of patients ensuring that any unusual physical, mental or emotional occurrences are promptly referred to senior staff/the primary nurse and documented as appropriate.
What we will give you in return
- Free on-site parking
- Birthday Holiday - Your Birthday as an extra days annual leave
- Enhanced maternity pay
- Contributory pension scheme
- Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes including gym membership, IT technology (laptops / tablets / smartphones) and Healthcare Cash Plan (Simply Health Scheme)
- Access to development opportunities
- Sponsorship of professional qualifications through our Individual Professional Development (IPD) panel
- Leadership & management development
- Long service award
- Refer a friend bonuses
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This advert is for Healthcare Assistant with Priory Healthcare in Birmingham, England. It is listed as a Healthcare assistant role. The advertised salary is £26,886 / year. The contract type is Permanent - Full Time. Check the source advert for the latest closing date before applying.
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