Job summary

Do you want to make a difference to people's lives?

We are looking for individuals with or without experience to work in healthcare, to join the NHS family helping people from your local community. Healthcare Support Worker opportunities are available in General surgery

No experience? No problem. We will teach you everything you need to know. To us, it is more important that you are a caring and kind person with a genuine desire to help and support patients and their families. If this sounds like you, then you already have the skills that make a great Health Care Support Worker.

Right from the time you join us, you will have access to learning, development and training opportunities. As you progress in your NHS career you will acquire the knowledge, skills and confidence you need to provide safe and compassionate patient care.

Mid and South Essex is a great place to work, offering a working environment with an inclusive culture that looks after and values our people and creates a sense of belonging. We encourage applications from people who embrace our values and who will enable us to expand our diverse workforce.

The Healthcare Support Worker role can also lead to a range of career opportunities. With the right support, those who want to can undertake the necessary training to become our future nurses, nursing associates and midwives.

Main duties of the job

As aHealth Care Support Worker, youwill be a hugely valuable support to our Nursing and Midwifery teams providing care to our patients. Every day will be different and you will work alongside the rest of the team carrying out a wide range of tasks and assisting with care to support the needs of the patients and their families.

• Examples of what you may do as part of your role
  • Washing and dressing patients
  • Serving meals and feeding patients
  • Helping patients to move around
  • Making beds
  • Talking to patients and their families
  • Monitoring patient condition
• Skills and personal attributes needed
  • Caring and kind
  • Cheerful and friendly
  • Keen to support patients with their personal needs including washing and toileting
  • Able to follow direct instructions
  • Happy to work in a team but also able to use own initiative
  • Have good listening and communication skills
  • Be well organised

Full time and part time positions are available, and we are open to discuss flexible working arrangements.This opportunity is available for candidates who have the right to work in the UK. Applications from underrepresented groups including LGBT+, Ethnic Minority or disabled people are particularly welcome.

** We look forward to hearing from you and wish you good luck **

About us

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.

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join us as a Receptionist/Administration Officer within EPUT.

The role is primarily based in Rochford; however, the postholder will be required to work across our locality areas of Canvey Island, Westcliff, Southend and Rayleigh on a rota basis. As a key part of the role is patient facing reception duties, staff must be able to work on site and may occasionally be required, at short notice, to attend a different base to ensure service continuity, including cover for sickness absence or emergency leave

• We are looking for someone with a positive and compassionate approach to supporting patient care. The role will include making and taking patient telephone calls.
• The successful candidates will be expected to work in the organisation, providing services in a professional, efficient, friendly and polite manner.
• You must be able to build effective working relationships, be approachable and accessible with a flexible approach to work. This is an excellent career development opportunity for a self-motivated and enthusiastic individual who wishes to pursue an administrative career in the NHS.

Main duties of the job

• You will be required to handle incoming and outgoing telephone calls to the multi-disciplinary clinical staff and managers in a polite and efficient manner, receive and deal with telephone enquiries and responding appropriately to callers including high risk and vulnerable clients and carers.
• You will also need to maintain strict confidentiality at all times.
• You will need to record accurate messages and follow them up appropriately in accordance to department guidelines.
• You will deal, face to face, with patients and families seeking further help/information and need to be aware of the needs of the clients.
• You will exchange confidential and/or sensitive information between staff, patients, and carers in person or on the telephone. The unpredictability of patients means that persuasive, reassuring, empathic, skills are required at all times.
• Administrative support - covering email inboxes, completing MDT minutes, preparing letters and general administrative duties.

About us

Valuing you. Recognising your dedication. At EPUT, we look after you.

• Receive supervision and support to help you fulfil your potential.
• Join an inclusive EPUT community and connect with others through engagement events and equality or champion networks.
• If you need help, we provide mental health and wellbeing services, occupational health advice and counselling.
• We run recognition awards to recognise staff's hard work and dedication.

Benefits

• 27 days holiday, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days after 10 years' service.
• Excellent pension of up to14.5% of your pensionable pay.
• Staff discounts include Blue Light Card, NHS discount offers, and staff benefits.
• £8K relocation package if you move to Essex to join us
• Season ticket loans are interest-free to cover the cost of travelling to and from work via tram, rail, or bus

Work that wraps around your needs

• Work bank: You can use the opportunity to supplement your income and develop your skills by working bank shifts.
• Flexible working: available from day one for most roles.
• Job share: Applications for job shares are welcomed.

Job summary

The post holder will be responsible for leading the Uttlesford North Integrated team, who through partnership with members of the Community Nursing team, will ensure high quality evidence based care to patients, their families and carers in the Community. The post holder will also be responsible for providing leadership, line management and clinical supervision along with the day to day management of the integrated service team as well as having a clinical oversight of the Saffron Walden outpatient department. They will work collaboratively with the South Uttlesford Team lead, ensuring cohesive leadership across both North & South, whilst remaining aligned to their own Integrated Neighbourhood Teams.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will work aligned within the North Uttlesford Integrated Neighbourhood Team and will be an integral part of the West Essex Care Closer to Home model, working in partnership with Social Services and other statutory and non-statutory services to meet the needs of the local population using public health information/population management to support service development. In addition they will work closely with the Virtual Hospital and Care Co-ordination Centre (CCC) to prevent hospital admission, facilitate hospital discharges and ensure care is delivered in the right place at the right time.

About us

Valuing you. Recognising your dedication. At EPUT, we look after you.

• Receive supervision and support to help you fulfil your potential.
• Join an inclusive EPUT community and connect with others through engagement events and equality or champion networks.
• If you need help, we provide mental health and wellbeing services, occupational health advice and counselling.
• We run recognition awards to recognise staff's hard work and dedication.

Benefits

• 27 days holiday, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days after 10 years' service.
• Excellent pension of up to14.5% of your pensionable pay.
• Staff discounts include Blue Light Card, NHS discount offers, and staff benefits.
• £8K relocation package if you move to Essex to join us
• Season ticket loans are interest-free to cover the cost of travelling to and from work via tram, rail, or bus.

Work that wraps around your needs

• Work bank: You can use the opportunity to supplement your income and develop your skills by working bank shifts.
• Flexible working: available from day one for most roles.
• Job share: Applications for job shares are welcomed.

Job summary

Due to progression we have a new vacancy for an outstanding person to work within the community mental health team based in Rayleigh. You will manage the coordination of care needs, planning and implementation of evidence-based care to a specific group of service users, within a defined catchment area/locality.

You will provide professional advice and support to other agencies and members of the multidisciplinary team and act up for Team Lead in their absence as appropriate. You will act as a role model and resource for junior/less experienced staff.

The successful candidate will:

Provide supervision to junior staff if necessary.

Will act as an independent practitioner within a defined community setting, while liaising with other professionals when needed.

Will manage a defined caseload and be aware of the carer and/or families role in a persons recovery

Will be responsible for the assessment planning implementation and evaluation of nursing care within agreed parameters, and have a working knowledge of local, national policies and legislation.

Will be responsible for ensuring the promotion of equality diversity and rights in accordance with good practice and legislation.

Will be responsible for contributing to the training needs necessary in providing quality evidence-based care as appropriate

Valid UK driving license and access to a vehicle essential for this post, along with previous care coordination experience.

Main duties of the job

• To be responsible for the assessment, planning implementation and evaluation of the evidence based care required, including health promotion for a named service user/group..
• Responsible for the admission, case conference/reviews and discharge in collaboration with members of the multi-disciplinary team.
• Responsible for coordinating the care and assessment under the Care Programme Approach of a designated caseload
• Responsible for ensuring the postholder understands and meets their professional responsibilities under Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults and Children Legislation.
• Responsible for ensuring that the requirements of the Mental Health Act 1983 are observed, adhered to and implemented.
• Responsible for the promotion of carer and service user involvement within the service and for its provision.
• Responsible for establishing therapeutic relationships with service users, and the implementation of evidence based therapeutic interventions with appropriate boundaries in accordance with Nursing and Midwifery Councils professional code of conduct.
• Responsible for ensuring that carers' assessments, education and support is delivered in accordance with the requirements of the NSF.
• Responsible for deputising and providing appropriate support and caseload coverage for colleagues/team members.

About us

Valuing you. Recognising your dedication. At EPUT, we look after you.

• Receive supervision and support to help you fulfil your potential.
• Join an inclusive EPUT community and connect with others through engagement events and equality or champion networks.
• If you need help, we provide mental health and wellbeing services, occupational health advice and counselling.
• We run recognition awards to recognise staff's hard work and dedication.

Benefits

• 27 days holiday, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days after 10 years' service.
• Excellent pension of up to14.5% of your pensionable pay.
• Staff discounts include Blue Light Card, NHS discount offers, and staff benefits.
• £8K relocation package if you move to Essex to join us
• Season ticket loans are interest-free to cover the cost of travelling to and from work via tram, rail, or bus.Work that wraps around your needs

• Work bank: You can use the opportunity to supplement your income and develop your skills by working bank shifts.
• Flexible working: available from day one for most roles.
• Job share: Applications for job shares are welcomed.

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen to work within theFirst Response Team in Basildon. The service provides a wide range of high-quality community care interventions, supporting individuals to maintain their independence, enhance their wellbeing, and make informed choices about their care and support. The post holder carries responsibility as the care coordinator for the assessment and coordination of care needs, planning and implementation of evidence-based care to a defined group of service users and their carers.

The post holder will be an integral member of a multidisciplinary team, working collaboratively with hospital-based and primary care professionals to deliver high-quality, person-centred care. They will be responsible for maintaining professional standards of care within the First Response Team and will actively contribute to the training, development, and support of staff .

The post holder will also be responsible for ensuring the delivery of a comprehensive and integrated assessment service for service users, promoting effective interdisciplinary collaboration and fostering a positive, supportive working environment that enables the provision of seamless, coordinated care.

Main duties of the job

To establish and maintain effective individualised care using the Care Programme Approach (CPA) by:-

• Undertaking assessment of risk and formulating care plans to manage and minimise risk.
• Providing advice and information to service users, their carers and their families in order to alleviate distress and work in partnership, as far as possible, with all the available support systems.
• Providing clear, accurate and concise documentation of the service users care as required by the Trusts Care Programme Approach (CPA) Policy.

To participate in the initial assessment and selection of potential clients ensuring that their physical/psychological, nursing and social care needs are taken into account at all times

To participate in team meetings, initiating and discussing new methods/models of care and participate in the introduction of research or trails within the area

Seek to establish a therapeutic relationship with individual clients and their families.

Ensure effective and confidential communication between all care professionals.

Provide significant data governing client care and treatment by:-

• Participating in informal or formal case conferences and discussions.
• Maintaining a secure system of record keeping and information exchange
• Establishing regular written reviews of progres
• Ensuring that information is recorded on the client information database.

About us

Valuing you. Recognising your dedication. At EPUT, we look after you.

• Receive supervision and support to help you fulfil your potential.
• Join an inclusive EPUT community and connect with others through engagement events and equality or champion networks.
• If you need help, we provide mental health and wellbeing services, occupational health advice and counselling.

Benefits

• 27 days holiday, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days after 10 years' service.
• Excellent pension of up to 14.5% of your pensionable pay.
• Staff discounts include Blue Light Card, NHS discount offers, and staff benefits.
• £8K relocation package if you move to Essex to join us
• Season ticket loans are interest-free to cover the cost of travelling to and from work via tram, rail, or bus.

Work that wraps around your needs

• Job share: Applications for job shares are welcomed.

Job summary

Are you an enthusiastic and motivated Occupational Therapist looking to develop your career within Adult Community Mental Health? We are seeking a Band 5 Occupational Therapist to join our friendly, supportive and experienced multidisciplinary team working across the C & E Centre and The Gables.

This is an exciting opportunity to work within a community-based mental health service, supporting adults with a range of mental health needs to maximise their independence, recovery and quality of life. You will be supported by experienced Occupational Therapists and the wider multidisciplinary team, with access to regular supervision, training and professional development opportunities.

Main duties of the job

To provide occupational therapy assessments and interventions for adults with mental health needs within community settings.

To manage and prioritise a caseload, supporting service users to achieve their recovery goals and maximise independence.

To work closely with service users, carers and the multidisciplinary team to develop and review care plans.

To deliver evidence-based interventions that promote meaningful occupation, wellbeing and social inclusion.

To maintain accurate clinical records and contribute to risk assessment and management.

To participate in regular supervision, training and service development activities.

About us

Valuing you. Recognising your dedication. At EPUT, we look after you.

• Receive supervision and support to help you fulfil your potential.
• Join an inclusive EPUT community and connect with others through engagement events and equality or champion networks.
• If you need help, we provide mental health and wellbeing services, occupational health advice and counselling.

Benefits

• 27 days holiday, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days after 10 years' service.
• Excellent pension of up to 14.5% of your pensionable pay.
• Staff discounts include Blue Light Card, NHS discount offers, and staff benefits.
• £8K relocation package if you move to Essex to join us
• Season ticket loans are interest-free to cover the cost of travelling to and from work via tram, rail, or bus.

Job summary

The Community Bladder and Bowel Specialist Service have an exciting opportunity for a Part Time HCA to join their team of professionals.

The Adult Bladder and Bowel Health Care Assistant (HCA) will work as a member of the Adult Bladder and Bowel Specialist Service to provide a high quality and effective service to patients referred into the service for the management of bladder and bowel issues.

The post holder will be proficient, knowledgeable and competent. They will continue to develop in their role through the acquisition of further skills, knowledge and competencies, to be determined by the needs of the patients, the service and the team.

We are keen to hear from experienced Healthcare Assistants who are willing to train in the Bladder and Bowel Specialism

**Please note we are unable to offer Sponsorship for this role**

Main duties of the job

Re-assess patients in receipt of products from the Trust as delegated by nurses.

Provide support for patients and carers.

Be competent in undertaking urinalysis, and obtaining urine specimens.

Assist/advise in the completion of bladder charts (frequency and volume diaries)

Record personally generated patient interactions and interventions and update them as agreed and instructed.

Recommend products as agreed

To deal as appropriate with unpleasant conditions such as exposure to body fluids.

About us

Valuing you. Recognising your dedication. At EPUT, we look after you.

• Receive supervision and support to help you fulfil your potential.
• Join an inclusive EPUT community and connect with others through engagement events and equality or champion networks.
• If you need help, we provide mental health and wellbeing services, occupational health advice and counselling.

Benefits

• 27 days holiday, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days after 10 years' service.
• Excellent pension of up to 14.5% of your pensionable pay.
• Staff discounts include Blue Light Card, NHS discount offers, and staff benefits.
• £8K relocation package if you move to Essex to join us
• Season ticket loans are interest-free to cover the cost of travelling to and from work via tram, rail, or bus.

Work that wraps around your needs

• Job share: Applications for job shares are welcomed.

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for the position of an HCA to work within our NHS Nursing Home based in Rayleigh, Essex. A unique career opportunity to become a key member of the nursing team. You must be enthusiastic, motivated with good communication skills & the ability to work under pressure. You must be a team player & willing to go the extra mile for our residents care.

Regrettably, we cannot offer sponsorship for all of our job roles. If you apply for a role that we cannot offer sponsorship for, unfortunately your application form be rejected from the process.

Main duties of the job

The post holder is responsible for undertaking assigned tasks that involve direct resident care in a care home setting.

The post involves supporting individual residents in all aspects of their care including daily living needs as is outlined in the residents individualised care plan. The post holder is responsible for reporting any relevant changes in the resident's condition to the qualified staff. Furthermore the post holder will assist in the physical care and support of people with mental health needs and challenging behaviours, proving person centred care and working within the Recovery Model to enable residents to be become socially inclusive, whilst supporting qualified staff to ensure the highest standards of care are upheld.

About us

Valuing you. Recognising your dedication. At EPUT, we look after you.

• Receive supervision and support to help you fulfil your potential.
• Join an inclusive EPUT community and connect with others through engagement events and equality or champion networks.
• If you need help, we provide mental health and wellbeing services, occupational health advice and counselling.

Benefits

• 27 days holiday, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days after 10 years' service.
• Excellent pension of up to 14.5% of your pensionable pay.
• Staff discounts include Blue Light Card, NHS discount offers, and staff benefits
• Season ticket loans are interest-free to cover the cost of travelling to and from work via tram, rail, or bus.

Work that wraps around your needs

• Job share: Applications for job shares are welcomed.

Job summary

This is a substantive role for a RCN, who will be employed to work in a rapidly developing speciality of an Integrated Sexual Health Service in Essex, delivering contraception and sexual health to patients.

The post holder will be based in Basildon clinic but also to our satellite clinics in Rayleigh and Canvey island.

Main duties of the job

Are you dynamic, energetic and a team player? Do you want to be part of the Integrated Community Sexual Health Service, in partnership with Secondary Care and Primary Care? Then this post might be the challenge you have been looking for!

Essex Partnership University NHS Trust (EPUT) is looking for an Integrated Sexual Health Nurse Specialist, to work as part of our Integrated Sexual Health Service across South Essex. This post provides the opportunity for development and enhancement of clinical expertise and innovative practice within the field of integrated sexual health care. The post holder will be working within a specialist clinical team in a positive learning environment which will enable the development of skills to provide a high standard of integrated sexual health care.

Community healthcare is our focus and our passion. We champion the role of community health professionals to make sure our patients get great care closer to home. So what do you need to join our team?

• Experience of multidisciplinary teamwork in an NHS environment
• Skills in the assessment and treatment of clients
• Experience in organising and implementing training and teaching programmes for healthcare professionals and clients
• Able to prioritise workload and meet deadlines if you have these skills this is an exciting opportunity to help make a difference. Why join us?

Agenda for Change Pay Band 6 Dependent on experience - 37.5 hours per week.

About us

Valuing you. Recognising your dedication. At EPUT, we look after you.

• Receive supervision and support to help you fulfil your potential.
• Join an inclusive EPUT community and connect with others through engagement events and equality or champion networks.
• If you need help, we provide mental health and wellbeing services, occupational health advice and counselling.

Benefits

• 27 days holiday, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days after 10 years' service.
• Excellent pension of up to 14.5% of your pensionable pay.
• Staff discounts include Blue Light Card, NHS discount offers, and staff benefits.
• £8K relocation package if you move to Essex to join us
• Season ticket loans are interest-free to cover the cost of travelling to and from work via tram, rail, or bus.

Work that wraps around your needs

• Job share: Applications for job shares are welcomed.

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a 1.0 WTE Band 7/8a Clinical or Counselling Psychologist to join our Adult Inpatient Psychological Services Team at Basildon Mental Health Unit.

This newly created role offers an excellent opportunity to help shape and enhance psychological provision within our inpatient acute wards in south west Essex.

The successful candidate will provide specialist assessment, formulation, therapy, interventions and consultation for people experiencing acute mental health crises.

You will join a supportive, compassionate and forward-thinking inpatient psychological services team committed to improving outcomes for people experiencing acute mental health difficulties, while also prioritising staff wellbeing, professional development and opportunities for innovation

We value staff wellbeing and offer a range of flexible working options, including compressed hours. Part-time and job-share applications are warmly welcomed.

If you are passionate about trauma-informed care, enjoy working in dynamic multidisciplinary teams, and want to help shape the future of inpatient mental health services in Essex, we would love to hear from you!

Applications from newly qualified clinical/counselling psychologists or those recently completing training are welcomed under a development post arrangement.

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate will have a strong interest in inpatient mental health care and working with people experiencing acute mental health crises. They will be skilled in undertaking specialist psychological assessment, formulation and intervention with individuals presenting with a wide range of severe and complex mental health difficulties.

The post holder will work closely with multidisciplinary colleagues to develop psychologically informed understandings of crisis presentations, helping teams make sense of complexity and identify pathways towards recovery. The ability to formulate risk, make professional recommendations and contribute confidently to clinical decision-making alongside ward team is central to this role.

A key aspect of the role will be supporting and developing staff and will include supervision of junior staff. The post holder will also contribute to teaching, training, reflective practice groups, post-incident debriefs and psychologically informed consultations, helping to build the confidence and psychological skills of ward teams.

The successful candidate will represent psychology within a range of clinical, operational and strategic forums, offering psychological perspectives to case discussions, formulations, care planning and service developments. They will work in partnership with colleagues across inpatient services to promote best practice and enhance the quality of care for our patients.

About us

To learn more about working within our Services at EPUT, please view our recruitment videos, where members of the team share their experiences and insights into their roles and what it is like working within our Psychological Services, here at EPUT.

Please view our video link here: Psychological Services

Valuing you. Recognising your dedication. At EPUT, we look after you.

• Receive supervision and support to help you fulfil your potential.
• Join an inclusive EPUT community and connect with others through engagement events and equality or champion networks.
• If you need help, we provide mental health and wellbeing services, occupational health advice and counselling.

Benefits

• 27 days holiday, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days after 10 years' service.
• Excellent pension of up to 14.5% of your pensionable pay.
• Staff discounts include Blue Light Card, NHS discount offers, and staff benefits.
• £8K relocation package if you move to Essex to join us
• Season ticket loans are interest-free to cover the cost of travelling to and from work via tram, rail, or bus.

Work that wraps around your needs

• Job share: Applications for job shares are welcomed.

Job summary

Rainbow Mother and Baby unit is a 6 bedded specialist commissioned service offering assessment, support and treatment to women suffering from acute mental health illness during their third trimester of pregnancy up to baby being 12mths old.

Admissions are accepted primarily from the east of England. The team work very closely with other key professions to ensure the best outcomes for both Mother and baby therefore strong communication skills are essential.

Perinatal work is an exciting area focusing not only on the individual but the extended family during what can be the most amazing and terrifying time in their life.

Main duties of the job

Running group and 1:1 therapeutic activities to support recovery and enjoyment for Mum individually and Mum and baby together

About us

EPUT are looking for motivated staff who shares our Trust values of Care, Learn and Empower. In return, EPUT can offer you a range of benefits and development including;

• Season Ticket Loans
• NHS discounts for staff
• Excellent Training facilities and opportunities
• Buying and Selling annual leave scheme
• The opportunity to work bank shifts and expand knowledge and experience in other areas
• Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars and Cycle to Work
• Day One Flexible Employer

The Trust supports and actively encourages flexible working for all employees. We offer many options and you are encouraged to ask the recruiting manager what is possible for this role. If appointed, you will have the opportunity to apply for a flexible working request from the first day of your employment

Join our Staff bank

What is Staff Bank?

Our EPUT NHS staff bank is an entity managed by the trust that hires clinical and non-clinical healthcare professionals to take on shifts at our trust hospitals and community settings. Here at EPUT we maintain our own bank of specialist staff to ensure that we are able offer safe and effective care at all times.

All our permanent staff are automatically enrolled onto the staff bank however this does not mean you have to work any additional shifts, but the option is there for you if you wish.

If you are joining our Trust in a fixed term role, please indicate on your New Starter Paperwork that you wish to join our staff bank.

Job summary

Are you looking for a new challenge in a rewarding environment?

Applications are invited for Band 2 Health Care Assistant to work within our Cardiology unit.

The CCUHOPKINS is 29 beds acute Cardiology unit that meet the holistic needs of patients with variety of cardiac conditions. It has an exceptionally dedicated team, and we are looking for highly motivated, compassionate and enthusiastic individual to join our team. The successful candidate must possess excellent communication skills, high sense of professionalism and a strong belief in the value of teamwork.

Main duties of the job

Day to day, you'll work under the supervision of our registered staff to help:

Wash and dress patientsMonitor and record clinical observationsSupport patients to eat and drinkHelp patients move aroundMake beds and maintain a clean, safe clinical areaTalk to patients and their familiesPerform specialised skills such as ECG, blood sugar monitoringManage stock levels for linen and other supplies

About us

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.

Details

Date posted

12 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£25,272 a year per annum (pro rata for part time)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

390-NR-DOM-SO-9801

Job locations

Southend

Prittlewell chase

Westcliff on sea

SS0 0RY

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

For full details about this varied and rewarding role, please see attached job description.

We look forward to your application.

Please be aware that we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a suitable number of applications.

Unfortunately, there is no Visa Sponsorship available for this role. Whilst we are able to employ candidates on a graduate Visa, we are unable to offer sponsorship once the graduate visa expires. for some roles i.e. roles for band 2 to 4, inclusive.

Job description Job responsibilities For full details about this varied and rewarding role, please see attached job description. We look forward to your application. Please be aware that we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a suitable number of applications. Unfortunately, there is no Visa Sponsorship available for this role. Whilst we are able to employ candidates on a graduate Visa, we are unable to offer sponsorship once the graduate visa expires. for some roles i.e. roles for band 2 to 4, inclusive.

Person Specification

Essential

Essential

• English and Maths GCSE or Equivalent

Desirable

• Care certificate

Essential

Essential

• An understanding of working in the health care setting
• Experience of working in an environment with changing demands and priorities

Desirable

• Understanding of data protection and patient confidentiality

Person Specification Essential Essential English and Maths GCSE or Equivalent Desirable Care certificate Essential Essential An understanding of working in the health care setting Experience of working in an environment with changing demands and priorities Desirable Understanding of data protection and patient confidentiality

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

Southend

Prittlewell chase

Westcliff on sea

SS0 0RY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.mse.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Southend

Prittlewell chase

Westcliff on sea

SS0 0RY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.mse.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

We are looking for an experienced and motivated Senior Forensic Practitioner to join the Specialist Community Forensic Team (SCFT). This Band 7 role provides clinical and operational leadership within a specialist forensic community service, working as part of a multidisciplinary team to support service users with complex social, forensic and rehabilitation needs.

You will hold a clinical caseload alongside your leadership responsibilities, and contribute to the management and coordination of the wider team caseload, providing clinical leadership and supporting effective multidisciplinary working.

SCFT is developing its service model to strengthen geographical working across Essex. This includes three geographical teams, shared clinical leadership and access to specialist resources across the service. The service is also introducing extended-hours working to increase planned clinical capacity and respond appropriately to changing patient need.

You will contribute positively to these developments and help implement new ways of working. This includes working flexibly with colleagues across the service, supporting effective primary and secondary working arrangements, and improving continuity of care, transition and discharge.

You will work closely with the Service Manager and the wider multidisciplinary team, providing clinical leadership, supporting staff and maintaining high standards of clinical practice and service delivery.

Main duties of the job

As a Senior Forensic Practitioner in the Specialist Community Forensic Team (SCFT), you will provide clinical and operational leadership while holding a caseload of service users with complex needs.

You will manage and coordinate the team caseload, ensuring service users receive appropriate assessment, care planning, risk management and rehabilitation support. Drawing on a detailed understanding of their needs and risks, you will contribute to effective clinical decision-making and provide advice on complex clinical and forensic matters.

You will lead the multidisciplinary team, chairing MDT meetings where required.

You will help develop the SCFT service model, including the move to three geographical teams, stronger local working and shared clinical responsibility. You will support primary and secondary working arrangements to maintain continuity of care, effective cross-cover and good use of the wider team's skills. As the model evolves, you will also help develop extended-hours working, supporting planned clinical activity and timely responses to changing need and risk.

You will contribute to transition and discharge planning, working with inpatient services, community mental health services, local authorities and other partners to support appropriate movement through services.

You will also contribute to supervision, appraisal, staff development, service improvement, partnership working and the management of clinical risk.

About us

Valuing you. Recognising your dedication. At EPUT, we look after you.

• Receive supervision and support to help you fulfil your potential.
• Join an inclusive EPUT community and connect with others through engagement events and equality or champion networks.
• If you need help, we provide mental health and wellbeing services, occupational health advice and counselling.

Benefits

• 27 days holiday, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days after 10 years' service.
• Excellent pension of up to 14.5% of your pensionable pay.
• Staff discounts include Blue Light Card, NHS discount offers, and staff benefits.
• £8K relocation package if you move to Essex to join us
• Season ticket loans are interest-free to cover the cost of travelling to and from work via tram, rail, or bus.

Work that wraps around your needs

• Job share: Applications for job shares are welcomed.

Job summary

Following the current post-holder leaving to start the Doctorate in Clinical Psychology we have an opportunity for a skilled, organised, motivated and team-focused graduate psychologist to join our team of psychologists in West Essex (Uttlesford). This post will be based with the Adult Community Mental Health Service at Western House in Stansted, Essex (CM24 8AG). West Essex covers a broad geographical area and the post holder may be required to travel to Saffron Walden, Harlow and Loughton as a routine part of the role. The Uttlesford locality includes three qualified psychologists alongside the assistant, with trainees and undergraduate students on placement. This is an interesting and diverse role which will provide the successful applicant with a broad experience and good learning opportunities.

Please be advised that this advert will close early due to an anticipated high number of applicants.

Interviews will be held face to face at Western House, CM24 8AQ and remote interviews will not be considered.

Main duties of the job

The role of the Assistant Psychologist is to assist with all parts of the psychology role, including individual and group assessments and treatment under supervision, administrative and organisational tasks, and audit and service evaluation. Depending on experience, there may be opportunities for the provision of individual interventions and assistance with the delivery of a range of groups to service users alongside their other work. Your work will be supervised by a qualified psychologist and you will thus gain extensive experience of the supervisory process.

Adult Community Psychology in West Essex comprises a small, friendly and supportive group of psychologists across three teams in Uttlesford, Harlow and Epping. They provide specialist assessment, individual and group based psychological interventions for the service users who present with moderate to severe mental health problems aged from 18 upwards. An additional essential part of the psychologists' role is providing trauma-informed consultation, training and supervision to multi-disciplinary colleagues with whom they are based in order to develop team members' psychological knowledge and their understanding of clients. The psychologists in the teams have specialist skills and training including in CBT, CAT, DBT and EMDR, and are very supportive of ongoing training and development for Assistant Psychologists as appropriate.

About us

To learn more about working within our Services at EPUT, please view our recruitment videos, where members of the team share their experiences and insights into their roles and what it is like working within our Psychological Services, here at EPUT.

Please view our video link here: Psychological Services

Valuing you. Recognising your dedication. At EPUT, we look after you.

• Receive supervision and support to help you fulfil your potential.
• Join an inclusive EPUT community and connect with others through engagement events and equality or champion networks.
• If you need help, we provide mental health and wellbeing services, occupational health advice and counselling.

Benefits

• 27 days holiday, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days after 10 years' service.
• Excellent pension of up to 14.5% of your pensionable pay.
• Staff discounts include Blue Light Card, NHS discount offers, and staff benefits
• Season ticket loans are interest-free to cover the cost of travelling to and from work via tram, rail, or bus.

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has now arisen and we are in the position to recruit a Band 5 Staff Nurse to be part of dynamic, multi-disciplinary team working at our Henneage Ward in Colchester.

Please note: applicants must have held NMC registration for a minimum of two years.

We offer a service which is provided by a team that shares the workload fairly, acknowledges individual abilities and skills and recognises the individual staff member's responsibility when providing care. Staff support and supervision are integral to our service. The Ward team is multidisciplinary, consisting of Nurses, Consultant Psychiatrist, Clerical staff, domestics, Physio therapy staff and occupational therapists with close liaison with Social Services, and other related disciplines.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will work under the overall supervision of a Band 6 or 7 Supervisor; however, the post holder will be required to work without direct supervision. In addition, following a period of Preceptorship and agreement with the Ward Manager, the post holder will at times take the lead of junior staff, and will be designated to take charge of the ward on a regular basis.

Assessments, Implementation and evaluation of inpatient treatment plans

Accurate and timely risk assessments

Supervision of junior staff

Providing training for qualified and unqualified staff, including basic and post basic students

All of the above will be an integral part of the role.

Patients, relatives, carers and colleagues will find the post holder professional, approachable, helpful, flexible and co-operative. Upholding the ethos of EPUT of good customer care at all times, with an awareness of one's own attitude.

About us

Valuing you. Recognising your dedication. At EPUT, we look after you.

• Receive supervision and support to help you fulfil your potential.
• Join an inclusive EPUT community and connect with others through engagement events and equality or champion networks.
• If you need help, we provide mental health and wellbeing services, occupational health advice and counselling.
• We run recognition awards to recognise staff's hard work and dedication.

Benefits

• 27 days holiday, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days after 10 years' service.
• Excellent pension of up to14.5% of your pensionable pay.
• Staff discounts include Blue Light Card, NHS discount offers, and staff benefits.
• £8K relocation package if you move to Essex to join us
• Season ticket loans are interest-free to cover the cost of travelling to and from work via tram, rail, or bus.

Work that wraps around your needs

• Work bank: You can use the opportunity to supplement your income and develop your skills by working bank shifts.
• Flexible working: available from day one for most roles.
• Job share: Applications for job shares are welcomed.

Job summary

Do you want to make a difference to people's lives?

We are currently looking for individuals with experience to join our dynamic , caring and friendly NHS family on SEW Surgical Emergency Ward, which looks after emergency surgical and urology patients. This is a rewarding experience and is a fast paced area delivering high quality specialised care.

No experience? No problem. We will teach you everything you need to know. To us, it is more important that you are a caring and kind person with a genuine desire to help and support patients and their families. If this sounds like you, then you already have the skills that make a great Health Care Support Worker.

Right from the time you join us, you will have access to learning, development and training opportunities. As you progress in your NHS career you will acquire the knowledge, skills and confidence you need to provide safe and compassionate patient care.

Mid and South Essex is a great place to work, offering a working environment with an inclusive culture that looks after and values our people and creates a sense of belonging. We encourage applications from people who embrace our values and who will enable us to expand our diverse workforce.

Main duties of the job

SEW is a 20-245 bedded ward where we accept emergency patients form ED, Basildon and other Hospitals. As a HCSW on SEW you will be part of the nursing team to help assess, discharge and treat both emergency and post op surgical patients in the Chelmsford area and beyond.

As a Health Care Support Worker, you will be a hugely valuable support to our Nursing and Midwifery teams providing care to our patients. Every day will be different and you will work alongside the rest of the team carrying out a wide range of tasks and assisting with care to support the needs of the patients and their families.

The main roles include but are not restricted to

Examples of what you may do as part of your role:

Washing and dressing patients Serving meals and feeding patients Helping patients to move around Making beds Talking to patients and their families Monitoring patient condition

Skills and personal attributes needed

Caring and kind Cheerful and friendly Keen to support patients with their personal needs including washing and toileting Able to follow direct instructions Happy to work in a team but also able to use own initiative Have good listening and communication skills Be well organised

About us

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.

Job summary

FM Assistant Band 2 - £12.92 per hour (£25,272 per annum pro rata) Thurrock / Brockfield House Various Hours/Days Available - If you're selected for interview, you can discuss the hours/days with the manager

Clean all areas required in the work schedules which include toilets, corridors, offices, clinic rooms, store rooms. etc which includes dusting, mopping, wiping, changing bins.

Are you looking for a substantive position within the Trust? And want to be part of the Facilities Team and make a difference? If the answer is yes, please read on.

As an FM Assistant, you'll play a vital role in helping to create a safe, clean, and welcoming environment across our healthcare services. Your work behind the scenes helps support patient care and ensures our staff can deliver the best possible experience for those who rely on our services.

Main duties of the job

The duties you'll undertake will vary depending on the service and site you work at, giving you the opportunity to develop a variety of skills and experiences. You will be responsible for maintaining a clean and hygienic environment for patients, trust staff and visitors in line with the National Standards of Cleanliness.

We're looking for individuals who:

? Take pride in their work and have a positive attitude? Enjoy working as part of a team? Have good communication and customer service skills? Are reliable, flexible, and willing to support different service areas when required? Can work independently and use initiative to complete tasks effectively

Why Join Us?

• Flexible working patterns available
• Comprehensive training and support
• Opportunities to develop new skills and gain experience across different FM services
• Be part of a team that contributes directly to patient care and wellbeing
• Work for an organisation that values inclusion, teamwork, and making a difference

Every role within our Facilities Team matters. Whether you're preparing a ward, supporting a patient environment, or assisting colleagues across the Trust, your contribution helps us deliver high-quality healthcare services every day.

About us

Valuing you. Recognising your dedication. At EPUT, we look after you.

• Receive supervision and support to help you fulfil your potential.
• Join an inclusive EPUT community and connect with others through engagement events and equality or champion networks.
• If you need help, we provide mental health and wellbeing services, occupational health advice and counselling.

Benefits

• 27 days holiday, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days after 10 years' service.
• Excellent pension of up to 14.5% of your pensionable pay.
• Staff discounts include Blue Light Card, NHS discount offers, and staff benefits.
• £8K relocation package if you move to Essex to join us
• Season ticket loans are interest-free to cover the cost of travelling to and from work via tram, rail, or bus.

Work that wraps around your needs

• Job share: Applications for job shares are welcomed.

Job summary

The post holder will develop, implement and evaluate a seamless community MS/PD specialist service ensuring that patients receive the highest standard of clinical care and that specialist advice, education and support to health professionals and patients is provided. The post holder will drive service development, audits and research within the Community Neuro service. They will have highly developed clinical expertise enabling them to plan, deliver and co-ordinate complex care in routine and non-routine circumstances to ensure that the needs of the person with MS/PD are best served.

They will work collaboratively with the established Primary Care Networks, ensuring cohesive leadership across the three localities and they will be link with the upcoming Neighbourhood Health Hubs.

The post holder will be an integral part of the West Essex Neighbourhood model, working in partnership with other stakeholders to meet the needs of the local population using public health information/population management to support service development. In addition they will work closely with the Virtual Hospital and Care Co-ordination Centre (CCC) to prevent hospital admission, facilitate hospital discharges and ensure care is delivered in the right place at the right time.

The main focus will be on integration to ensure the service is of the highest quality, by supporting the Neighbourhood Operational Leads in implementing and monitoring the clinical and management strategy for the service.

Main duties of the job

• Work jointly with the acute MS/PD team to contribute to a seamless service for patient's
• Function autonomously in an adept manner to assess, manage, plan and implement treatment tailored to individual patients across the PD/MS disease spectrum in both routine and non-routine circumstances.
• Demonstrate an equitable service through audit and clinical effectiveness
• Employ a collaborative approach with the wider multidisciplinary team to ensure care for patients and their families is effectively coordinated and their needs are met.
• Continually develop and update knowledge and highly specialist skills to maintain specialist competence and ensure delivery of evidence based care
• Maintain the MS/PD patient caseload including acceptance of appropriate referrals, triage, waiting times and discharging patients to a dormant caseload when active input is no longer required
• To develop, deliver and evaluate a plan of care relating to symptom management, which will include assessment, planning, implementing, reviewing and documenting care plans in agreement with the person with MS/PD. This will include but not exhaustive of ordering diagnostic tests and making referrals.

About us

Valuing you. Recognising your dedication. At EPUT, we look after you.

• Receive supervision and support to help you fulfil your potential.
• Join an inclusive EPUT community and connect with others through engagement events and equality or champion networks.
• If you need help, we provide mental health and wellbeing services, occupational health advice and counselling.

Benefits

• 27 days holiday, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days after 10 years' service.
• Excellent pension of up to 14.5% of your pensionable pay.
• Staff discounts include Blue Light Card, NHS discount offers, and staff benefits.
• £8K relocation package if you move to Essex to join us (subject to terms and conditions)
• Season ticket loans are interest-free to cover the cost of travelling to and from work via tram, rail, or bus.

Work that wraps around your needs

• Job share: Applications for job shares are welcomed.

Job summary

Administration Officer

Care Coordination Centre 37.5 Hours per Week (Full Time) Permanent and Fixed-Term Opportunities Available

Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust (EPUT) is delighted to offer two exciting opportunities to join our Care Coordination Centre (CCC) as an Administration Officer:

• 1 x Permanent Full-Time Post (37.5 hours per week)
• 1 x Fixed-Term Full-Time Post (37.5 hours per week) until 31 March 2027

This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a dynamic and fast-paced team that plays a vital role in supporting the delivery of safe, responsive, and high-quality care to patients across our community services.

As an Administration Officer within the Care Coordination Centre, you will be at the heart of service delivery, helping to ensure that patients receive the right care, at the right time, and in the right place.

The Care Coordination Centre acts as a key point of contact for patients, carers, relatives, healthcare professionals, and partner organisations. You will provide an efficient and professional administrative service while supporting effective communication and coordination across community healthcare services.

Main duties of the job

The postholder will be responsible for:

• Acting as a central point of contact for calls and referrals into service
• Coordinating care and communicating effectively with clinicians, patients, carers, and partner agencies
• Maintaining accurate and timely records using Trust clinical systems
• Supporting multidisciplinary team working to ensure seamless patient journeys
• Escalating concerns appropriately and contributing to service flow and patient safety
• Providing excellent customer service in a fast-paced and pressured environment
• Supporting service audits, data collection, and performance monitoring where required

About us

Valuing you. Recognising your dedication. At EPUT, we look after you.

• Receive supervision and support to help you fulfil your potential.
• Join an inclusive EPUT community and connect with others through engagement events and equality or champion networks.
• If you need help, we provide mental health and wellbeing services, occupational health advice and counselling.

Benefits

• 27 days holiday, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days after 10 years' service.
• Excellent pension of up to 14.5% of your pensionable pay.
• Staff discounts include Blue Light Card, NHS discount offers, and staff benefits.
• Season ticket loans are interest-free to cover the cost of travelling to and from work via tram, rail, or bus.

Work that wraps around your needs

• Job share: Applications for job shares are welcomed.

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a 12 month fixed term 1.0 WTE Band 7/8a Clinical or Counselling Psychologist to join our Adult Inpatient Psychological Services Team in Rochford.

This is a maternity leave cover post and the successful candidate will help shape and enhance psychological provision within our two male and female acute wards.

The successful candidate will provide specialist assessment, formulation, therapy and consultation for people experiencing acute mental health crises.

As a new role, there is opportunity to shape its development and contribute to high-quality, psychologically informed care. You will join a supportive psychological team committed to improving outcomes for people in distress.

You will join a supportive, compassionate and forward-thinking psychological team committed to improving outcomes for people experiencing acute mental health difficulties, while also prioritising staff wellbeing, professional development and opportunities for innovation

We value staff wellbeing and offer a range of flexible working options, including compressed hours. Part-time applications are warmly welcomed.

If you are passionate about trauma-informed care, enjoy working in dynamic multidisciplinary teams, and want to help shape the future of inpatient mental health services in Essex, we would love to hear from you!

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate will have a strong interest in inpatient mental health care and working with people experiencing acute mental health crises. They will be skilled in undertaking specialist psychological assessment, formulation and intervention with individuals presenting with a wide range of severe and complex mental health difficulties.

The post holder will work closely with multidisciplinary colleagues to develop psychologically informed understandings of crisis presentations, helping teams make sense of complexity and identify pathways towards recovery. The ability to formulate risk, make professional recommendations and contribute confidently to clinical decision-making alongside ward team is central to this role.

A key aspect of the role will be supporting and developing staff and will include supervision of junior staff. The post holder will also contribute to teaching, training, reflective practice groups, post-incident debriefs and psychologically informed consultations, helping to build the confidence and psychological skills of ward teams.

The successful candidate will represent psychology within a range of clinical, operational and strategic forums, offering psychological perspectives to case discussions, formulations, care planning and service developments. They will work in partnership with colleagues across inpatient services to promote best practice and enhance the quality of care for our patients.

About us

To learn more about working within our Services at EPUT, please view our recruitment videos, where members of the team share their experiences and insights into their roles and what it is like working within our Psychological Services, here at EPUT.

Please view our video link here: Psychological Services

Valuing you. Recognising your dedication. At EPUT, we look after you.

• Receive supervision and support to help you fulfil your potential.
• Join an inclusive EPUT community and connect with others through engagement events and equality or champion networks.
• If you need help, we provide mental health and wellbeing services, occupational health advice and counselling.

Benefits

• 27 days holiday, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days after 10 years' service.
• Excellent pension of up to 14.5% of your pensionable pay.
• Staff discounts include Blue Light Card, NHS discount offers, and staff benefits.
• Season ticket loans are interest-free to cover the cost of travelling to and from work via tram, rail, or bus.

Work that wraps around your needs

• Job share: Applications for job shares are welcomed.

Job summary

Op COURAGE is a community-based NHS mental health service for Veterans, Reservists and Service-Leavers. This team covers the six counties of the East of England and comprises of six contracted clinical and non-clinical partner organisations, to deliver high-quality mental health care.

This post will provide administrative support across Op COURAGE, in the provision of an effective, comprehensive and confidential administration service, as well as supporting specific projects/tasks as required by the Leadership Team. It would be advantageous if the post holder has business management education or experience.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will be expected to work accurately under pressure with the ability to manage and prioritise own workload in line with Directorate objectives.

You are responsible for the day-to-day supervision and management of lower banded staff within your team. As required by your manager, this may include ensuring new staff are appropriately inducted, that staff receive appropriate supervision, have an annual appraisal and are compliant with mandatory training requirements. Where appropriate this may include the requirement you manage these staff in line with agreed Trust HR processes.

You will be expected to work collaboratively with key partner organisations, internal and external stakeholders maintain a professional image of the Trust at all times.

In delivering your duties you are expected to display behaviours that are aligned with the Trust values and as required in accordance with the NHS Constitution at all times.

About us

Valuing you. Recognising your dedication. At EPUT, we look after you.

• Receive supervision and support to help you fulfil your potential.
• Join an inclusive EPUT community and connect with others through engagement events and equality or champion networks.
• If you need help, we provide mental health and wellbeing services, occupational health advice and counselling.

Benefits

• 27 days holiday, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days after 10 years' service.
• Excellent pension of up to 14.5% of your pensionable pay.
• Staff discounts include Blue Light Card, NHS discount offers, and staff benefits.
• £8K relocation package if you move to Essex to join us
• Season ticket loans are interest-free to cover the cost of travelling to and from work via tram, rail, or bus.

Work that wraps around your needs

• Job share: Applications for job shares are welcomed.

Details

Date posted

09 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£32,073 to £39,043 a year Per Annum, pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

364-B-516

Job locations

The Lakes

Colchester

CO4 5JL

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details on the role and responsibilities.

Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details on the role and responsibilities.

Person Specification

Education

Essential

• oKnowledge of the full range of admin and organisational policies and procedures acquired through training and relevant experience to degree level or equivalent.

Desirable

• Business Management Qualification

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of a full range of administration procedures this includes work allocation, problem solving for a team or area of work, as well as answering queries and progress chasing, plus developing alternative or additional procedures.

Desirable

• Working knowledge of Trust Information systems.

Skills experience

Essential

• Experience of dealing with confidential and complex / sensitive information
• Advanced Microsoft Office Skills including Work, Excel and PowerPoint

Desirable

• Experience in future planning of team environment / workload
• Experience of direct line management of staff

Person Specification Education Essential oKnowledge of the full range of admin and organisational policies and procedures acquired through training and relevant experience to degree level or equivalent. Desirable Business Management Qualification Knowledge Essential Knowledge of a full range of administration procedures this includes work allocation, problem solving for a team or area of work, as well as answering queries and progress chasing, plus developing alternative or additional procedures. Desirable Working knowledge of Trust Information systems. Skills experience Essential Experience of dealing with confidential and complex / sensitive information Advanced Microsoft Office Skills including Work, Excel and PowerPoint Desirable Experience in future planning of team environment / workload Experience of direct line management of staff

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

Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Lakes

Colchester

CO4 5JL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://eput.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Lakes

Colchester

CO4 5JL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://eput.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

We are currently seeking enthusiastic and motivated Band 3 Health Care Assistants to join our dynamic team within the Acute Medical Unit (AMU) at Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a vital role in delivering high standards of care in a fast-paced, ever-evolving clinical environment.

As a key member of the multidisciplinary team, you will work closely with nursing and medical staff to support patient care and contribute to efficient patient flow. The AMU is a high-turnover area, offering variety, challenge, and excellent learning experiences--no two days are the same.

From day one, you will have access to a wide range of learning, development, and training opportunities designed to support your professional growth. As you progress in your role, you will gain the knowledge, skills, and confidence to deliver safe, effective, and compassionate care to our patients.

This role also offers the chance to learn and develop extended clinical skills, including venepuncture and cannulation, under appropriate supervision and training.

At Mid and South Essex, we are proud of our inclusive and supportive culture, where all staff are valued and empowered to succeed. We welcome applicants who reflect our core values and who are committed to helping us further develop a diverse and talented workforce.

If you are compassionate, proactive, and ready to take the next step in your healthcare career, we would love to hear from you.

Main duties of the job

As a Band 3 Health Care Assistant in the Acute Medical Unit, you'll play a key role in delivering high-quality, compassionate care in a busy and fast-paced environment. Working as part of a supportive multidisciplinary team, you'll help maintain patient flow and safety while developing valuable clinical skills.

Your day-to-day duties will be varied and rewarding. You'll carry out clinical observations (including ECGs and urine testing), assist with patient transfers, and, with appropriate training, perform extended skills such as venepuncture and cannulation. You'll also provide reassurance to patients and families and escalate any concerns about patient wellbeing.

We're looking for someone who is kind, reliable, and eager to learn. You'll need to be a good communicator, able to follow instructions, work well in a team, and use your initiative when needed.

This is an exciting opportunity to grow within a clinically rich environment, supported by colleagues who value development, teamwork, and putting patients first. If you're ready to make a difference, we'd love to welcome you to our team.

About us

Our ambition is to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and wellbeing of our patients, and provide a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.

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

Job summary

We are currently recruiting for Band 3 Health Care Assistant to help maintain our high standard of care. The successful candidates will be able to cope in a busy and dynamic clinic environment, working alongside nursing and medical staff, to help with patient flow.

Right from the time you join us, you will have access to learning, development and training opportunities. As you progress in your role you will acquire the knowledge, skills and confidence you need to provide safe and compassionate patient care.

Mid and South Essex is a great place to work, offering a working environment with an inclusive culture that looks after and values our people and creates a sense of belonging. We encourage applications from people who embrace our values and who will enable us to expand our diverse workforce.

The Healthcare Support Worker role provides an exciting opportunity to learn extended skills, such as application of plaster casts, wound closure techniques, venipuncture and much more. It is a fast paced clinical area, with great learning opportunities, two days are never the same.

Please be aware that we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a suitable number of applications.

No VISA sponsorship available for this role

Main duties of the job

As a Health Care Support Worker, you will be a hugely valuable support to our team providing care to our patients. Every day will be different and you will work alongside the rest of the team carrying out a wide range of tasks and assisting with the flow patients through the service.

Examples of what you may do as part of your role

Undertaking observations, ECG's and urine samplesTransferring patients to other clinical areasApplication of plaster castsUndertaking wound closureSupporting patients requiring x-ray or transfers between the Emergency DepartmentTalking to patients and their familiesMonitoring patient conditions and escalating concerns

Skills and personal attributes needed

Caring and kindCheerful and friendlyAble to follow direct instructionsHappy to work in a team but also able to use own initiativeHave good listening and communication skillsBe well organisedAbility to escalate concerns

About us

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.

Details

Date posted

09 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£25,760 a year Per Annum (Pro Rata for Part Time)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

390-DoM-BR-9814-A

Job locations

Broomfield

Court Road

Chelmsford

CM1 7ET

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

For more information on this varied and rewarding role, please see the attached Job Description.We look forward to your application!Please be aware that we reserve the right to close the vacancy early should a high number of applications be received.Unfortunately, there is no Visa Sponsorship available for this role.

*Previous applicants need not apply*

Job description Job responsibilities For more information on this varied and rewarding role, please see the attached Job Description.We look forward to your application!Please be aware that we reserve the right to close the vacancy early should a high number of applications be received.Unfortunately, there is no Visa Sponsorship available for this role. *Previous applicants need not apply*

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Care Certificate
• Level 3 Vocational Training / Short courses to undertake patient and clinical care duties, completion of a competency-based workbook or equivalent relevant experience

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of NEWS2 scoring and observations recording

Desirable

• Knowledge of electronic systems within the trust

Skills

Essential

• Previous experience working in a busy clinical area

Desirable

• Experienced in plaster cast application, Venepuncture and wound closure

Experience

Essential

• Previous HSCW experience

Desirable

• Previous experience in Urgent and Emergency Care

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Care Certificate Level 3 Vocational Training / Short courses to undertake patient and clinical care duties, completion of a competency-based workbook or equivalent relevant experience Knowledge Essential Knowledge of NEWS2 scoring and observations recording Desirable Knowledge of electronic systems within the trust Skills Essential Previous experience working in a busy clinical area Desirable Experienced in plaster cast application, Venepuncture and wound closure Experience Essential Previous HSCW experience Desirable Previous experience in Urgent and Emergency Care

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

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Broomfield

Court Road

Chelmsford

CM1 7ET

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.mse.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Broomfield

Court Road

Chelmsford

CM1 7ET

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.mse.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

Join our dedicated team in providing holistic, patient-centred care for our 24-bed ward. Working collaboratively with a supportive multidisciplinary team, you'll play a key role in delivering high-quality care and ensuring the best possible patient experience.

We are committed to supporting your professional growth, offering regular team study days, development opportunities and ongoing learning to help you thrive in your role.

Specialising in Plastic Surgery, our ward works closely with the Burns Unit, supporting patients throughout their recovery journey and facilitating a smooth transition from specialist care through to discharge.

No VISA sponsorship available for this role

Please be aware that we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a suitable number of applications.

Main duties of the job

• Supports RN in assessment of patient
• Performs clinical baseline observations
• Orientates patient and relatives to the unit/ward environment
• Follows plan of care, reports any changes in the patient's condition
• Contributes with suggestions and ideas for action
• Reports results of any intervention
• Records and documents episodes of care in accordance with guidelines
• Effective communication is maintained with MDT, patient, relatives and visitors.
• Transfers patients to and from the procedure rooms/trolley bay and the wards (if required)
• Following Infection control policy prepares equipment and procedure room/trolley bay for patients' pre and post-surgery.

About us

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.

Job summary

Are you interested in a career in healthcare but are worried you don't have experience or where to start?

Rayne Ward is looking for a caring and compassionate person to join their team at Broomfield Hospital. Rayne Ward provides in-patient care to women, under a variety of specialities such as colorectal (bowel), urology (bladder) and gynaecology (reproductive system) and more.

No experience? No problem. We will teach you everything you need to know. To us, it is more important that you are a caring and kind person with a genuine desire to help and support patients and their families. If this sounds like you, then you already have the skills that make a great Health Care Support Worker.

Right from the time you join us, you will have access to learning, development and training opportunities. As you progress in your NHS career you will acquire the knowledge, skills and confidence you need to provide safe and compassionate patient care.

Mid and South Essex is a great place to work, offering a working environment with an inclusive culture that looks after and values our people and creates a sense of belonging. We encourage applications from people who embrace our values and who will enable us to expand our diverse workforce.

The Healthcare Support Worker role can also lead to a range of career opportunities. With the right support, those who want to can undertake the necessary training to become our future nurses, nursing associates and midwives.

Main duties of the job

As a Health Care Support Worker, you will be a hugely valuable support to our Nursing and Midwifery teams providing care to our patients. Every day will be different and you will work alongside the rest of the team carrying out a wide range of tasks and assisting with care to support the needs of the patients and their families.

Examples of what you may do as part of your role:

Washing and dressing patients

Serving meals and feeding patients

Helping patients to move around

Making beds

Talking to patients and their families

Monitoring patient condition

Skills and personal attributes needed

Caring and kind

Cheerful and friendly

Keen to support patients with their personal needs including washing and toileting

Able to follow direct instructions

Happy to work in a team but also able to use own initiative

Have good listening and communication skills

Be well organised

Full time and part time positions are available, and we are open to discuss flexible working arrangements. This opportunity is available for candidates who have the right to work in the UK.

About us

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.

Details

Date posted

09 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£25,272 a year Per Annum (Pro Rata for Part Time)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

390-NR-DoM-BR-9845

Job locations

Broomfield

Court Road

Chelmsford

CM1 7ET

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Are you looking for an exciting role using your unique qualities, then we want to hear from you.For full details about this varied and rewarding role, please see attached job description.We look forward to your application.Please be aware that we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a suitable number of applications.

Job description Job responsibilities Are you looking for an exciting role using your unique qualities, then we want to hear from you.For full details about this varied and rewarding role, please see attached job description.We look forward to your application.Please be aware that we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a suitable number of applications.

Person Specification

Skills & Experience

Essential

• Good literacy demonstrated through minimal spelling and grammatical errors throughout application
• Experience of working with the public

Desirable

• Previous experience working in NHS
• MSEFT Healthcare Certificate
• Good IT skills

Skills

Essential

• Must be keen to learn new skills and flexible in the workplace

Desirable

• Working within a team and experience of working in an environment with changing demands and priorities

Person Specification Skills & Experience Essential Good literacy demonstrated through minimal spelling and grammatical errors throughout application Experience of working with the public Desirable Previous experience working in NHS MSEFT Healthcare Certificate Good IT skills Skills Essential Must be keen to learn new skills and flexible in the workplace Desirable Working within a team and experience of working in an environment with changing demands and priorities

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

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Broomfield

Court Road

Chelmsford

CM1 7ET

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.mse.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Broomfield

Court Road

Chelmsford

CM1 7ET

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.mse.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)