Job summary The Senior Health Care Assistant will function as part of the multi-disciplinary team within the ward or department to provide a seamless service & high-quality care to patients under the support and direct supervision of a Registered Nurse. The Senior HCA is expected to undertake care to meet the needs of the patients under the supervision of the Registered Nurse, working within the Trust's policies, procedures and Trust Values and of the ward or department in a safe and person-centred environment for thetreatment of patients whilst working collaboratively as part of the multidisciplinary team. It is expected that the Senior Health Care Assistant will continue to develop their own capabilities and knowledge of nursing tasks in line with the Trust's career pathway to maintain standards of care. Main duties of the job Communicate effectively with patients, relatives and colleagues. Maintain accurate documentation surrounding patient care and interventions. Demonstrate care and compassion at all times to patients and their relatives or carers. Assist patients with personal and oral hygiene needs. Assist patients with eating and drinking and accurately record intake. Enable patients to access appropriate toileting facilities, collect and dispose of body waste. Record patient vital signs and observations and escalate appropriately. Provide pressure area care and regular repositioning. Recognise patients who are in pain using a pain scoring scale and escalate to a registered nurse where appropriate. Provide compassionate and dignified end of life care. Undertake simple wound dressings as delegated by the Registered Nurse. Orientate patients to the ward. Remove peripheral cannulas from patients following instruction from the registered nurse. Participate in the enhanced observation of patients. Utilise a range of de-escalation techniques in challenging situations. Respond appropriately to emergency situations. Respond to any safeguarding concerns and escalate appropriately. Act in a professional manner at all times demonstrating dignity and respect About us With a workforce of approximately 15,000 staff, we can now do more and go further in delivering health services to our local communities. 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. Patients will experience improved care as well as fewer delays and cancellations. We are able to provide more once-in-a-lifetime specialist care region-wide. With our new trust size will come more opportunities for development, research, networking and innovation. 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. Date posted 26 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 3 Salary £24,071 a year per annum (pro rata for part time) Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 390-DoM-BR-3163-A Job locations Broomfield Court Road Chelmsford CM1 7ET Job description Job responsibilities The Mid and South Essex Integrated Care System (ICS) brings together key health, care, community, and voluntary sector organisations from across our area. Our aim is to work together in partnership to join up health and care services, improving our populations health and wellbeing and reducing health inequalities. One such example of this collaborative work is the launch of our HCA Academy, an ICS initiative between Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust (EPUT) and Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust (MSEFT) to support the incoming Health Care assistant (HCA) workforce. The academy models a one workforce cross system approach to the onboarding, induction, education and experience of Healthcare Assistants. Successful candidates to this role will be able to access the additional support provided by the HCA Academy following their induction with MSEFT. This includes development opportunities, pastoral support, staff rewards and access to HCA exclusive resources such as HCA App. For full details about this varied and rewarding role, please see attached job description and main responsibilities. We look forward to your application Job description Job responsibilities The Mid and South Essex Integrated Care System (ICS) brings together key health, care, community, and voluntary sector organisations from across our area. Our aim is to work together in partnership to join up health and care services, improving our populations health and wellbeing and reducing health inequalities. One such example of this collaborative work is the launch of our HCA Academy, an ICS initiative between Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust (EPUT) and Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust (MSEFT) to support the incoming Health Care assistant (HCA) workforce. The academy models a one workforce cross system approach to the onboarding, induction, education and experience of Healthcare Assistants. Successful candidates to this role will be able to access the additional support provided by the HCA Academy following their induction with MSEFT. This includes development opportunities, pastoral support, staff rewards and access to HCA exclusive resources such as HCA App. For full details about this varied and rewarding role, please see attached job description and main responsibilities. We look forward to your application Person Specification Experience Essential Experience working in healthcare or ward setting Desirable Knowledge and experience of caring for patients living with Dementia Experience in an acute hospital setting Skills Essential Excellent written communication skills Person Specification Experience Essential Experience working in healthcare or ward setting Desirable Knowledge and experience of caring for patients living with Dementia Experience in an acute hospital setting Skills Essential Excellent 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Additional information 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Employer details Employer name Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust Address Broomfield Court Road Chelmsford CM1 7ET Employer's website https://www.mse.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)