Full job descriptionBank Healthcare AssistantPriory Hayes Grove has an opportunity for a Bank Healthcare Assistant to join our team. Rated ’Good’ by the CQC and set in its own, tranquil grounds on the outskirts of Bromley in Kent, Priory Hospital Hayes Grove is one of the leading private hospitals treating eating disorders, addictions and general psychiatric conditions, as well as having an accredited eating disorder service.
Hayes Grove is located within walking distance of a local railway station with direct routes into London and the surrounding areas of Croydon, Bromley, Lewisham and Orpington as well as areas of north Kent and west Surrey. The M25 and other major motorways are also easily accessible, and there is free parking on site.
Hayes Grove is an accredited Eating Disorder provider, as well as being a fully functional addictions and mental health hospital, Hayes Grove is also a formal teaching hospital with affiliations with a number of prestigious universities including Canterbury Christ Church University, King’s College London, and Goldsmiths, University of London. This places it at the forefront of the latest psychological research. In a recent survey, employees said they felt like ’part of a family’, ’well supported by their managers’ as well as being ’listened to’ and’ involved’ in decisions. On top of all this, there are free meals on duty!
What You’ll Be DoingWe are looking to recruit personable, flexible and motivated Health Care Assistants to support our qualified staff with the delivery of care to our patients. You will be involved in the delivery of personal care and meeting the psychological needs of a diverse group of patients with varying degrees of mental and physical issues. You must be caring and attentive with the skills to build strong and trusting relationships with people. It is also important that you work well in a team as you will work alongside qualified nurses and staff from other professions.
What we’d like from you:
*Previous experience within a healthcare setting desirable
*A strong sense of responsibility
*Reliable & trustworthy
*Willingness to learn
*Effective communication skills
*Flexibility and strong "can do" attitude
*Quality orientation
You can find additional information in the attached job description.
What You’ll Bring To The RoleEssential for the role:
*Educated to a minimum NVQ 1 or GCSE’s in Mathematics and English.
*Understands the need for strict confidentiality.
*Basic IT literacy.
*The nature of the role necessitates frequent interaction with staff, patients and visitors on the ward involving the regular exchange of routine information in person and over the telephone. Well-developed observational and listening skills are essential for monitoring the mental, emotional and physical wellbeing of patients.
The following experience would be beneficial:
*Previous experience within a healthcare setting desirable.
What We Will Give You In ReturnWe 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.
*Pension enrolment
*Access to development opportunities
*Refer a friend bonus
*DBS paid for
Shortlisting may begin upon receipt of applications, and the Recruiting Manager may close the vacancy early if enough suitable candidates are identified.
About PrioryPriory is the UK’s leading independent provider of mental health and adult social care. With 12,000 colleagues and a network of 270 services, we support over 24,000 people each year to live their lives as fully and independently as possible. We treat more than 70 conditions – including depression, anxiety, eating disorders and children’s mental health – and provide residential and supported living care for autistic adults, people with a learning disability, Prader–Willi Syndrome, brain injuries and older people. We are an equal opportunities employer committed to providing an inclusive, accessible recruitment process.