About this role
Job summary
We are currently recruiting for Band 2 Dialysis Assistant/ Housekeeper to help maintain our high standard of care. The successful candidates will be able to cope in a busy and dynamic clinic environment, working alongside nursing staff and health carers
Mid and South Essex is a great place to work, offering a working environment with an inclusive culture that looks after and values our people and creates a sense of belonging. We encourage applications from people who embrace our values and who will enable us to expand our diverse workforce.
As a Haemodialysis unit Dialysis Assistant/Housekeeper, Communicate clearly and politely with patients, visitors and colleagues. The role demands a high level of interpersonal skill and professionalism in all interactions, whether with patients, colleagues, or external partners.
Please be aware that we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a suitable number of applications.
Main duties of the job
In this rewarding role, you'll play an essential part in creating a safe, supportive and compassionate environment for our patients. You'll provide clear, helpful non-clinical information and act as an early alert for the clinical team by promptly reporting any concerns, distress or safety issues. With a keen eye for detail, you'll escalate incidents, spillages or hazards to the nurse in charge, helping maintain the highest standards of safety across the ward.
You'll protect patient dignity and confidentiality at all times, following Trust policies and contributing confidently to handovers, briefings and team meetings. By accurately following written and verbal instructions, you'll support daily operational tasks, including recording cleaning activities, waste disposal and stock updates. You'll liaise with estates, facilities and domestic services to ensure the clinical environment remains well-maintained and fully functional.
You'll work closely with the multidisciplinary team to ensure smooth, coordinated care, while recognising barriers such as language differences, emotional distress or sensory impairments. You'll maintain accurate, timely records that meet NHS standards and legal requirements, ensuring clear documentation that supports continuity of care.
About us
Our ambition is to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and well being of our patients, and provide a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.
We aim to make the most of our skills and experiences so we can become the best we can be. As one organisation we will recruit the finest and retain more specialist staff due to more employment opportunities across our Trust.
Job description Job responsibilities
For more information on this varied and rewarding role, please see the attached Job Description.
For more information on this varied and rewarding role, please see the attached Job Description.We look forward to your application!Please be aware that we reserve the right to close the vacancy early should a high number of applications be received.Unfortunately, there is no Visa Sponsorship available for this role. Whilst we are able to employ candidates on a graduate Visa, we are unable to offer sponsorship once the graduate visa expires.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
GCSE's or Equivalent
Desirable
Completion of the Care Certificate
Knowledge and Experience Essential
Previous experience in a healthcare or care setting
Desirable
Experience working as a healthcare assistant
Communication Essential
Strong written communication skills
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 Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust
Address Southend
Prittlewell Chase, Westcliff-on-Sea
Southend
SS0 0RY
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.mse.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)