Health Care Assistant - Community Mental Health (Band 3)

Job Summary

We are seeking a dedicated Band 3 Health Care Support Worker to join the Neighbourhood Mental Health Team based in North West Leicestershire at the Hawthorn Centre, Coalville. This is a permanent full-time position working Monday to Friday, from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Please note, sponsorship for this position is not available.

Team Environment and Responsibilities

The role involves working independently within a wider community mental health setting, delivering the utmost care to our clients while embodying the Trust's core values. You will be part of a multidisciplinary team including qualified/unqualified nursing staff, psychiatrists, occupational therapists, community connectors, and administrative personnel. Close collaboration with GPs, community health services, mental health services, and social services is essential, all aiming for a holistic, recovery-centered approach.

Key duties include supporting clients to maintain health and wellbeing, performing specific clinical and therapeutic interventions under supervision, assisting in planning and delivering clinical care, maintaining a safe and inclusive environment, helping implement and assess personalized care plans, accurately documenting patient information, and supporting colleagues and trainees.

Work will be carried out under the indirect supervision of qualified professionals. You will be expected to undertake delegated tasks outlined in care plans and provide support to patients and their carers. Having ECG and phlebotomy training is advantageous or a willingness to complete these courses is expected.

About Leicestershire Partnership NHS Trust

Leicestershire Partnership NHS Trust delivers diverse community health, mental health, and learning disability services across over 100 venues to benefit over one million people in Leicester, Leicestershire, and Rutland. The Trust promotes equal employment opportunities and welcomes applications from all segments of the community, especially underrepresented groups.

Working Conditions and Additional Information

• Permanent full-time role, Monday to Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM
• A six-month probationary period applies
• Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK
• DBS disclosure costs are to be borne by the employee and will be deducted from salary
• Flexible working arrangements may be considered under the Trust's policy
• Preference in interviews may be given to internal NHS candidates meeting criteria

Benefits

• Generous pension scheme contributions
• Starting holiday entitlement of 27 days annually
• Complimentary on-site parking
• Wide range of additional perks including shopping discounts, recognition awards, and wellbeing support packages

Contact

For more information, please contact Vicky Pettit, Team Lead, at 01530 453 800.