Healthcare Assistant - Mental Health

Healthcare Assistant - Mental Health

Posted Today by Medgen Ltd

£22 Per hour
Undetermined
Undetermined
Bristol, Avon

Summary: MedGen is seeking compassionate mental healthcare assistants to provide essential support to children and adolescents with diverse needs, including those with disabilities and emotional challenges. The role involves close collaboration with families and healthcare professionals to promote well-being and independence. Candidates should have prior experience in healthcare, particularly with children facing mental health issues. This position offers flexible shifts and the opportunity to make a significant impact on children's lives.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide emotional, social, and practical support to children in care.
  • Assist with daily activities, including personal care, education, and recreational activities.
  • Work closely with families, carers, and healthcare professionals to ensure children’s well-being.
  • Promote a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment.
  • Help children develop essential life skills and independence.
  • Maintain accurate records and follow safeguarding policies.

Key Skills:

  • Previous experience working as a healthcare assistant with children who have mental health needs.
  • Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
  • A caring, patient, and empathetic approach.
  • Knowledge of safeguarding procedures and child welfare practices.
  • Ability to provide a clinical reference.
  • Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one).
  • In date PMVA training (or willingness to do one).

Salary (Rate): £22.25 per hour

City: Bristol

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: undetermined

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Other

Detailed Description From Employer:
MedGen is looking for compassionate and dedicated mental healthcare assistants to provide essential care and support for people with diverse needs. This role involves working closely with children/adolescents in care, those with disabilities, or those requiring emotional and behavioural support. Key Responsibilities: Provide emotional, social, and practical support to children in care. Assist with daily activities, including personal care, education, and recreational activities. Work closely with families, carers, and healthcare professionals to ensure children’s well-being. Promote a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment. Help children develop essential life skills and independence. Maintain accurate records and follow safeguarding policies. Requirements: Previous experience working as a healthcare assistant with children who have mental health needs. Strong communication and relationship-building skills. A caring, patient, and empathetic approach. Knowledge of safeguarding procedures and child welfare practices. Ability to provide a clinical reference. Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one). In date PMVA training (or willingness to do one). Benefits: Competitive pay rates. Flexible shifts. Rewarding work that makes a real impact on children’s lives. If you're passionate about supporting children and making a difference, join MedGen today! Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Temporary (ongoing) Experience: Healthcare: 3 years UK (required) Work authorisation: United Kingdom (required) Willingness to travel: 100% (preferred) Work Location: Bristol Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Temporary Please note: We do not hold a UK Sponsorship Licence. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK.