Job Description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for the position of a HCA. A unique career opportunity to become a key member of the nursing team. You must be enthusiastic, motivated with good communication skills & the ability to work under pressure. You must be a team player & willing to go the extra mile for our residents care.
The successful candidates will be able to demonstrate:

• Compassion
• Understanding
• Commitment
• Delivering high quality care
• Have a positive attitude

Main duties of the job
The post holder is responsible for undertaking assigned tasks that involve direct resident care in a care home setting.
About us
Valuing you. Recognising your dedication. At EPUT, we look after you.

• Receive supervision and support to help you fulfil your potential.
• Join an inclusive EPUT community and connect with others through engagement events and equality or champion networks.
• If you need help, we provide mental health and wellbeing services, occupational health advice and counselling.
• We run recognition awards to recognise staff's hard work and dedication.

Benefits

• 27 days holiday, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days after 10 years' service.
• Excellent pension of up to14.5% of your pensionable pay.
• Staff discounts include Blue Light Card, NHS discount offers, and staff benefits.
• 8K relocation package if you move to Essex to join us
• Season ticket loans are interest-free to cover the cost of travelling to and from work via tram, rail, or bus.

Work that wraps around your needs

• Flexible working: available from day one for most roles.
• Job share: Applications for job shares are welcomed.

Details
Date posted
26 November 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
24,937 to 26,598 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
364-A-9567
Job locations
Rawreth Court
Rawreth Lane
Rayleigh
SS6 9RN
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post involves supporting individual residents in all aspects of their care including daily living needs as is outlined in the residents individualised care plan. The post holder is responsible for reporting any relevant changes in the residents condition to the qualified staff. Furthermore the post holder will assist in the physical care and support of people with mental health needs and challenging behaviours, proving person centred care and working within the Recovery Model to enable residents to be become socially inclusive, whilst supporting qualified staff to ensure the highest standards of care are upheld. Job description
Job responsibilities
The post involves supporting individual residents in all aspects of their care including daily living needs as is outlined in the residents individualised care plan. The post holder is responsible for reporting any relevant changes in the residents condition to the qualified staff. Furthermore the post holder will assist in the physical care and support of people with mental health needs and challenging behaviours, proving person centred care and working within the Recovery Model to enable residents to be become socially inclusive, whilst supporting qualified staff to ensure the highest standards of care are upheld.
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential

• Good general education
• Previous experience of working within a care home

Desirable

• NVQ care or equivalent

Knowledge
Essential

• Literate in IT/Computer skills
• Awareness of all infection control issues
• Assist residents' with all activities of daily living (Hygiene, nutrition etc.)

Skills/experience
Essential

• Assist in the provision and care to residents
• Manual handling of residents using lifting aids

Personal Qualities
Essential

• Ability to follow clear instructions
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively
• Ability to feed back accurate information to other members of the team
• Ensure that own actions support equality and diversity at all times

Person Specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential

• Good general education
• Previous experience of working within a care home

Desirable

• NVQ care or equivalent

Knowledge
Essential

• Literate in IT/Computer skills
• Awareness of all infection control issues
• Assist residents' with all activities of daily living (Hygiene, nutrition etc.)

Skills/experience
Essential

• Assist in the provision and care to residents
• Manual handling of residents using lifting aids

Personal Qualities
Essential

• Ability to follow clear instructions
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively
• Ability to feed back accurate information to other members of the team
• Ensure that own actions support equality and diversity at all times

Skills Required