About this role
Job summary Are you a naturally caring experienced Healthcare Assistant in the UK, looking for your career to be fulfilling, where youre 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 St Marys in Warrington as a Healthcare Assistant and experience what delivering great healthcare should feel like. Youll 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 to people with Mental Health conditions, 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 overal
Main duties of the job As a Healthcare Assistant at St Marys in Warrington, you'll be part of a caring and supportive team dedicated to making a positive impact in the lives of individuals with mental health conditions. Your role will involve participating in ward rounds, assessing and adapting to patient needs, maintaining accurate patient records, and providing essential care which may include personal hygiene assistance. This role demands a positive attitude, resilience, and compassion, as you'll be working in a challenging but rewarding environment. The job requires working 12.5-hour shifts, 3-4 days a week, including nights and weekends. You will benefit from in-depth training and development opportunities, fostering your career growth. The hospital offers various specialized services for people with acquired brain injuries and those in need of acute mental health services. The position includes a comprehensive benefits package to support your wellbeing and professional development.
About us Elysium Healthcare is a reputable organization committed to providing excellent care with a unique approach to the delivery of mental health and rehabilitation services. With over 8,000 employees and a network of more than 90 services across England and Wales, Elysium Healthcare covers a variety of areas including Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities, and Autism services. Part of Ramsay Health Care, a global network spanning 10 countries with over 86,000 employees, Elysium prides itself on creating opportunities for personal and professional growth. Their commitment to safer recruitment and being a Disability Confident employer ensures an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. Elysium believes in not only caring for their patients but also fostering a supportive and empowering work environment for their staff, offering numerous benefits and training programs to encourage career advancement and staff wellbeing.
Job description 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 St Marys in Warrington as a Healthcare Assistant and experience what delivering great healthcare should feel like.
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 to people with Mental Health conditions, 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: St Mary’s Hospital, Floyd Drive, Warrington, WA2 8DB
St Mary’s Hospital provides care and support for men aged 18 years and over who require a period of specialised Level 2 mental health rehabilitation inpatient services (higher support needs) in a safe and caring environment. The hospital also offers a range of specialised services for people with an Acquired Brain Injury (ABI), including Level 2 ABI rehabilitation, Low Secure ABI and Medium Secure ABI services, delivered within a structured rehabilitation setting. There is also an acute service which specialises in the assessment, treatment and stabilisation of individuals in crisis or suffering from significant mental health problems.
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:
Annual base salary of £25,058 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 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 90 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
The job does not explicitly state any formal qualifications required; however, experience as a Healthcare Assistant in a mental health or similar setting, along with key personal qualities such as resilience, compassion, and a positive attitude, will be crucial for success in this role.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details Employer name Elysium Healthcare
Address Elysium Healthcare
Warrington
WA2 8DB
Employer's website https://www.elysiumhealthcare.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)