Health Care Assistant | Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust
| Posting date: | 12 February 2026 |
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| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £24,937 Per Annum (Pro Rata for Part Time) |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 14 March 2026 |
| Location: | Southend on Sea, SS0 0RY |
| Company: | Southend University Hospital NHS Trust |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 7686229/390-DoM-SO-3426 |
Summary
We are looking for HCA's to join us as a valued member of our team within Eastwood Ward providing safe, high-quality, and compassionate care to a range of patients with gynaecology and conditions which require surgical intervention. Under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse, the HCA will contribute to the delivery of holistic, person centred care, supporting patients with complex physical, cognitive, and social needs.
This role involves assisting patients with activities of daily living, mobility, nutrition, personal hygiene, and emotional support, while maintaining dignity, respect, and comfort at all times. The HCA will also play a key role in supporting safe discharge planning, falls prevention, and the management of long-term conditions.
Working in close collaboration with the ward team, the HCA will follow Trust policies and uphold the philosophy of the ward, promoting independence and enhancing the quality of life for patients. HCA's will also be expected to communicate effectively with patients, families, and professionals, recognising the unique needs and vulnerabilities of the elderly population.
Ongoing professional development will be supported, with opportunities to expand knowledge and skills in the care of people in line with the Trust’s career progression framework.
Please note VISA sponsorship is not 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.
The Healthcare Assistant will support the delivery of safe and effective care to patients by assisting with personal care, mobility, nutrition, and monitoring. They will communicate effectively with patients, families, and the wider multidisciplinary team, escalating concerns appropriately. The HCA will contribute to patient assessments, observe and report changes in condition, and accurately document care delivered.
Under the guidance of registered staff, the HCA will maintain clinical skills such as blood glucose testing, catheter care, and infection control procedures, including care of patients in isolation. They will help maintain ward cleanliness, manage resources efficiently, and ensure equipment is clean and ready for use. The post-holder will also engage in Trust training, audits, and quality improvement initiatives, while promoting a calm, respectful, and supportive environment for both patients and colleagues.
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.
Are you looking for an exciting Health Care Assistant 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.
This advert closes on Monday 16 Feb 2026