Priory Hospital Avesbury House 85 Tanners End Lane Edmonton London N18 1PQ.

£26300 per annum.

Full Time- 37.5 Hours.

Day/Night shifts, 12.5 hours

Priory Hospital Avesbury has an opportunity for a Healthcare Assistant to join our team.

Avesbury House is looking to recruit a Healthcare Assistant to join the team. This is a full time role.

Located near picturesque national parkland, Priory Hospital Avesbury House in Edmonton, North London, is a forensic low secure facility for men with mental health needs, who require continuing care and treatment.

We have 24 beds which are fully funded by Barnet, Enfield and Haringey NHS Trust (BEH) and specifically by the regional secure unit at Chase Farm Hospital You will be part of a compassionate team who are committed to our patients wellbeing.

We take a personalised approach, using proven therapies to help people move forward with confidence and build a healthier, more fulfilling future.

Responsibilities

You will be part of a compassionate team who are committed to our patients wellbeing. We take a personalised approach, using proven therapies to help people move forward with confidence and build a healthier, more fulfilling future. You will play a key part in their recovery, assisting qualified staff with the assessment and implementation of individual patient care plans, undertaking routine tasks and activities as directed or delegated to facilitate wellbeing, dignity and treatment of patients.

As a Healthcare Assistant, you will play a key part in their recovery, assisting qualified staff with the assessment and implementation of individual patient care plans, undertaking routine tasks and activities as directed or delegated to facilitate wellbeing, dignity and treatment of patients.

Assists qualified staff with the assessment and implementation of individual patient care plans undertaking routine tasks and activities as directed or delegated 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 addressing, 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.
Provide specific interventions with patients as delegated by a Registered Nurse, and following training and competency attainment. Such interventions include Observation and Engagement with Patients, escorting patients on leave, and being involved in de-escalation and management of violence and aggression.
Contribute to a team approach to patient care in conjunction with all members of the multidisciplinary team. Participate in regular ward meetings and attend other meetings as requested.

You can find additional information in the attached job description.

Skills

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.

Excellent communication skills re essential You will be required to complete the Care Certificate as part of probation period, regardless if previously attained.

Educated to a minimum NVQ 1 or GCSE’s in Mathematics and English.
Understands the need for strict confidentiality
Basic IT literacy

Benefits

We want you to succeed at Priory and thrive in your role. You will be well supported with regular career conversations. We also offer full training and numerous pathways into leadership and qualified clinical positions to help you shape your career with us.

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

Shortlisting may begin upon receipt of applications, and the Recruiting Manager may close the vacancy early if enough suitable candidates are identified.