Job summary We are looking for a Health Care Assistant (HCA) to join our friendly multi-disciplinary team in our Early Pregnancy Unit and work collaboratively to provide a seamless service & high-quality care to patients. Working closely with our brilliant nursing team you will be involved in the direct care to meet the needs of the patients in line with our values - excellent, compassionate and respectful - our procedures and uphold the outpatient philosophy. So, if you want to work with a conscientious and enthusiastic team who will support you not only with your daily-duties but also encourage your progression, please apply today Main duties of the job If successful, some of your duties will include: Prioritising service delivery within the outpatient setting, acknowledging the impact of the decision on other departments Having knowledge of, and act within current Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust Policies and Guidelines Being aware of personal responsibilities regarding risk management procedures g. fire, health, and safety Promoting a positive departmental image by showing a professional and helpful approach to all visitors to the hospital Working with the registered nurse to manage patient care timely and in order of priority depending on the patients' clinical About us Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust is now one of the largest in the country, with a workforce of approximately 15,000 who serve a population of 1.2 million people. We work together, and in conjunction with MSE Health and Care Partnership, to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and wellbeing of our patients in a compassionate way, and provide a respectful, but vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers. From facilities through to consultant specialists we want to be the best, to achieve this we need to recruit not just those who are the finest in their field but also those who have the potential to be. Yes, experience is important but so is outlook - if you are dynamic, forward-thinking and enthusiastic we want you to join us. We not only offer you a good working environment with flexible working opportunities, but also the opportunity to develop your career with access to appropriate training for your job and the support to succeed and progress. Date posted 03 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, Part-time Reference number 390-WAC-BR-7218 Job locations Broomfield Court Road Chelmsford CM1 7ET Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached the job description and personal specification for further details. We look forward to receiving your application. Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached the job description and personal specification for further details. We look forward to receiving your application. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Good level of general education incl. English and Maths GCSE (grade D/4 or above) Desirable NVQ Level 2 or 3 or an equivalent qualification Basic computer skills Knowledge and experience Essential Experience working with people/ patients directly Desirable Experience in a healthcare setting Person Specification Qualifications Essential Good level of general education incl. English and Maths GCSE (grade D/4 or above) Desirable NVQ Level 2 or 3 or an equivalent qualification Basic computer skills Knowledge and experience Essential Experience working with people/ patients directly Desirable Experience in a healthcare setting 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)