Job summary A fantastic opportunity has arisen in the form of a band 3 Healthcare Assistant at Dan Mooney House Knowle to work on our friendly all male in-patient complex care unit who experience mental health issues. We are looking to recruit a personable, flexible and motivated Healthcare Assistant with excellent communication and team working skills to support our qualified staff in the delivery of patient centred care and to improve patient experience. Main duties of the job You will initially be based on Dan Mooney House which is located in Knowle Solihull. The Unit is 15 beds with sever and enduring mental health problems and physical health that require a slow stream rehabilitation.Often patients will require help with personal care and with engaging in therapeutic activity's. As a member of the Team you will be required to carry out a range of practical tasks with our patients often on a 1 to 1 basis, under the supervision of qualified staff. You will deliver clinical care to service users and support the work of the nursing and medical team. You will need to have relevant experience in delivering care in mental health settings and require minimal additional support and training. Full time post available but please be aware that you will be required to work days nights and unsociable hours. About us Welcome to Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust. Our 4000 clinical and support staff help us to improve mental health wellbeing and meet the needs of the 70,000 people we serve each year. We provide a range of mental healthcare services across Birmingham and Solihull, as well as specialised services nationally. We also offer medical, nursing and psychology training and are proud of our international reputation for both research and innovation. Our population is culturally diverse, characterised in places by high levels of deprivation which create an increasing demand for our services and a necessity for us to make sure everyone can access the help they need. We are a team of compassionate, inclusive and committed people working together to provide excellent care to support our community. If you are looking for a place to belong, where you can make a real difference to people's lives, join our team where our warm welcome is waiting for you. Date posted 16 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 3 Salary £24,071 to £25,674 a year per annum, pro rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 436-6792451-B Job locations Dan Mooney House Steps to Recovery 1 Woodside Crescent Downing Close Knowle Solihull B93 0QA Job description Job responsibilities For further information about the main responsibilities please view the attached job description and person specification. We are unable to support applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work the United Kingdom (UK) We highly recommend you submit your application as soon as possible, this post may close earlier than the indicated closing date if a sufficient number of applications are received. Job description Job responsibilities For further information about the main responsibilities please view the attached job description and person specification. We are unable to support applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work the United Kingdom (UK) We highly recommend you submit your application as soon as possible, this post may close earlier than the indicated closing date if a sufficient number of applications are received. Person Specification Training/ Qualifications Essential Experience working health care assistant Skills/ Experience Essential Knowledge of mental health in healthcare setting Basic keyboard skills Person Specification Training/ Qualifications Essential Experience working health care assistant Skills/ Experience Essential Knowledge of mental health in healthcare setting Basic keyboard 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 Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust Address Dan Mooney House Steps to Recovery 1 Woodside Crescent Downing Close Knowle Solihull B93 0QA Employer's website https://www.bsmhft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)