Experienced Healthcare Assistants (Mental Health)

Posted 04 January 2026
Salary Up to £12.41 per week + hOLIDAY PAY
LocationRushden
Job type Temporary
Discipline Mental Health (including CAMHS)
ReferenceBBBH430148_1767612867

Job description

Location:
Role: Healthcare Assistant (Mental Health)
Type: Ongoing temporary / agency shifts
Start: ASAP
We are currently recruiting experienced Healthcare Assistants to support a specialised mental health service at This role requires confident, skilled support workers who are comfortable working in a complex mental health environment.

Requirements:

  • Previous experience working within mental health settings (essential)
  • PMVA or MAPA trained (due to the needs of the service)
  • Competent with personal care
  • Catheter care trained
  • Ability to work calmly in challenging situations
  • Strong communication skills and a compassionate approach

Duties include:

  • Providing high?quality, person?centred care
  • Supporting individuals with mental health needs in their daily routines
  • Personal care and maintaining dignity
  • Catheter care and other clinical support tasks (within your competence)
  • Supporting the team to ensure a safe, therapeutic environment
  • Following care plans and risk management guidelines

What we offer:

  • Competitive hourly rates 12.41 PER HR+ holiday pay
  • Flexible shifts to suit you
  • Supportive recruitment and compliance process
  • Opportunity to work within a well?regarded mental health service