Healthcare Assistant in Thornaby-on-Tees

Go back Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust

Healthcare Assistant

The closing date is 10 November 2026

This post is only open to current employees of TEWV. Any applications received from non-TEWV employees will not be considered. 12 month contract to cover Long Term Sickness

367 Thornaby Road is our wonderful residential bungalow located in a residential community in Thornaby and registered with the local authority, Stockton Borough Council. The home is for four residents all with severe learning disabilities and complex physical health needs.

The successful applicant will support the Registered Home Manager and the Band 4 Associate Practitioners with the day to day running of the home in ensuring that all Trust and CQC requirements are met.

The successful candidate must have completed the Diploma in Health and Social Care Level 2 or equivalent. Candidates must also have Literacy and Numeracy level 2 or equivalent and must complete the Trust Healthcare Assistant competencies within their probationary period (first 6 months in role).

The successful applicant(s) will work alongside Health Care Assistants and will ensure that person centred care is provided at all times.

Main duties of the job

The successful postholder will support the Registered Home Manager in the day to day running of the home, complete clinical requirements and tasks requested by the Home Manager, identify deterioration in physical or mental wellbeing and elevate to relevant services and liaise with Allied Health Professionals and wider members of the MDT.

In addition to this, the postholder will be responsible for recognising the signs of patient harm, abuse or neglect, including poor clinical practice, identifying issues regarding the safeguarding of patients who may be at risk and reporting all such concerns in accordance with Trust Safeguarding procedures.

You will maintain safety, privacy and dignity of all residents in the delivery of patient centred care, recognizing and respecting differences including spiritual and cultural beliefs.

You will assist residents in the provision of personal care, encourage independence and complete clinical documentation throughout the shift

About us

We are the Mental Health & Learning Disability NHS Trust for County Durham and Darlington, Teesside, North Yorkshire, York and Selby.

From education and prevention, to crisis and specialist care --our talented and compassionate teams work in partnership with our patients, communities and partners to help the people of our region feel safe, understood, believed in and cared for.

We nurture the recovery journey of anyone in need of our help. In Our Trust, everyone has a say in how they are supported and treated because we listen to every person in our care until they feel understood. Our patients, their families and carers work together with us towards better mental health.

We're committed to new thinking that improves the wellbeing of our region. We connect with our communities and partners to get mental health care right, in areas that really need it.

We won't rest until everyone in our region has the mental health care they need, to lead their best possible life.

Job responsibilities

At times and as required there will be an expectation that any successful applicants(s) will support other services within the Inreach & Day services

The staff within the home are employed by Tees, Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust.

This role may be eligible for sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker route. However, sponsorship can only be provided where applicants meet the specific requirements, therefore, we recommend that you assess your eligibility before applying for this position. Visit https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa

You will need excellent communication skills and be calm, confident and resilient in your approach. You will be a team player and will support the residents with everyday tasks and support other team members with day to day support.

You willform therapeutic relationships with people with Complex Learning Disabilities, and will be joining a team of highly skilled and committed individuals.

You will support the Home Manager to review care collectively and make appropriate referrals as appropriate as directed by the Home Manager.

We aim to provide an enriching social and homely environment that supports quality of life, physical health and a support network to parents and carers.

We aim to create a person centred environment based through identification of strategies and plans for future care, maximising the residents strengths and minimising the impact of the Learning Disability on their daily lives.

As part of promoting community participation we provide a person centred activity plan which incorporates activities within the local community such as walks, swimming, theatre/ cinema visits, restaurants and theme parks.

Person Specification

Qualifiction

• Diploma in Health and Social Care level 2 or equivalent
• Care Certificate
• Key skills in Literacy and Numeracy level 2
• Successful completion of Trust's full HCA Framework within 6 month probationary period.

Experience

• Previous experience as a Band 2/3 HCA or equivalent in a care environment
• Previous experience of working with people with mental/social health needs or learning disabilities.

Skills

• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Time management and ability to prioritise effectively
• Competency in record keeping (within agreed timescale)
• Approved techniques in physical intervention (within agreed timescale)
• Competency in venepuncture

Knowledge

• Person centred care
• Basic understanding of learning disability.

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.

Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust

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