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- What you'll bring to the role
Our work is rewarding but can be challenging, so resilience is key. No two days are the same! Your natural empathy will help you support others through both the highs and lows. As part of your probation period, you may be required to complete the Care Certificate, even if you've previously achieved it.
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Priory Hospital Burgess HillSalary - £27,073 per annumFull-time - 40.25 hours per weekPriory Hospital Burgess Hill has an opportunity for a Healthcare Assistant to join our team. Priory Hospital Burgess Hill, Goddards Green, West Sussex is an acute and psychiatric intensive care unit (PICU) service for adult males. The hospital is close to the A23, providing road access to Brighton, Gatwick and the M25. Due to the rural location of the service, access to a vehicle or the ability to drive is recommended.
What you'll be doing
- Supporting qualified staff with patient care plans and day-to-day care.
- Providing practical and personal care, including bathing, dressing and toileting, while maintaining dignity and respect.
- Monitoring patients' physical, mental and emotional wellbeing and reporting any concerns to senior staff.
- Supporting patients to maintain their wellbeing and receive safe, person-centred care.
Benefits
- 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 Mental Healthcare Assistant with Priory Healthcare in Hassocks, England. It is listed as a Healthcare assistant role. The advertised salary is £27,073.95 / year. The contract type is Permanent - Full Time. Check the source advert for the latest closing date before applying.
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