FAQs
What are the main responsibilities of the Health Care Assistant role?
The main responsibilities include undertaking assigned tasks that involve direct resident care in a care home setting.
Do you provide sponsorship for international applicants?
Regrettably, we cannot offer sponsorship for all of our job roles.
Is a face-to-face interview required for this position?
Yes, this vacancy requires a face-to-face interview with the Recruiting Manager.
What benefits do employees receive?
Employees can benefit from season ticket loans, NHS discounts, excellent training facilities, the opportunity to buy and sell annual leave, and salary sacrifice schemes.
Can I apply for flexible working arrangements?
Yes, the Trust supports and actively encourages flexible working for all employees, and you can apply for a flexible working request from the first day of your employment.
How does the Staff Bank work?
The EPUT NHS staff bank hires clinical and non-clinical healthcare professionals to take on shifts, and all permanent staff are automatically enrolled but are not required to work additional shifts unless they choose to.
Will I need to pay for a DBS check?
Yes, as a newly appointed employee, you are responsible for incurring the cost of your initial DBS check, which will be deducted from your first salary.
Are applications from individuals with disabilities welcomed?
Yes, our Trust particularly welcomes applications from people with experience of using mental health services and encourages individuals with disabilities to apply.
How can I check the status of my job application?
It is advised to check the email account registered with NHS Jobs regularly, as you will be contacted via email. If you have not heard back within three weeks of the closing date, your application has likely been unsuccessful.
What is the Trust’s stance on Covid vaccinations?
Although Covid vaccinations are no longer mandatory, the Trust continues to encourage and support vaccination uptake as it remains the best line of defense against Covid-19.