Healthcare assistant recruitment event

An NHS Healthcare assistant sits outside chatting to another member of nursing staffJoin us as a Healthcare assistant.

Are you looking for a rewarding career as part of a dedicated team committed to making a difference to people’s lives? 

We are hosting a Healthcare assistant (HCA) recruitment event at Langdon Hospital in Dawlish.

Sign up to attend the event

 

The role of an HCA is an extremely dynamic and rewarding career. Responsibilities vary from engaging and supporting patients in discussing their mental health needs; to taking people out on leave to support recovery and social integration.

We are committed to being an inclusive employer and recruit individuals who possess and demonstrate the behaviours which underpin our organisation’s core values.

This role may be on a ward that operates on a 24/7 shift basis and therefore enables staff to qualify for unsocial enhancements in addition to their basic pay.

Address:
Avon House
Langdon Hospital
Exeter Road
Dawlish
EX7 0NR

Schedule:
 09:30  -  Arrival
09:45  - 10:00 Welcome
10:00  - 12:00 Group sessions / presentations
12:00  - 12:30 Q&A
12:30 -  17:00 Panel interviews (15 minutes) with the opportunity to be offered a conditional role on the day if successful.

To book a place to attend the Healthcare assistant recruitment event click here or to find out more please email dpt.recruitment@nhs.net

What qualifications do I need?

The role of Healthcare assistant doesn't require any formal care experience as training will be provided.

Desirable qualifications include:
GCSE Maths and English or equivalent
Computer literate
Competent written and verbal skills
Able to work in a team environment
Previous experience in a care setting, an NVQ 2 in Health Care or NVQ 3 in Direct Care experience.


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.

Career pathway: Liz - Healthcare Assistant to Registered Nursing Associate