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Job description
Enhanced maternity package and 33 days' annual leave (incl. bank holidays) plus your birthday off — excellent for planning family time.
12.5‑hour shifts, 3–4 days a week — compressed rota that suits school runs, childcare and week‑day commitments.
Free onsite parking, easy access to Thatcham train station and shuttle transport — ideal if you drive or commute from nearby towns.
Paid three‑week induction plus ongoing training — supportive for those new to mental health care or returning to work.
Competitive salary (£25,057.50), pension contributions and Stream instant pay access — practical financial security.
Clear career pathways across Elysium/Ramsay, supportive multidisciplinary teams and wellbeing perks (24/7 GP, Ely‑Vate, free meals).
Job summary
This role as a Healthcare Assistant at Thornford Park Hospital in Thatcham, Berkshire offers an opportunity to be part of a supportive multidisciplinary team that delivers high-quality, person-centred care to individuals with complex mental health needs, personality disorders, learning disabilities, and autism. The successful candidate will play a vital role in supporting service users' recovery and rehabilitation journeys, providing compassionate care and assistance with daily tasks to promote dignity and independence.
Main duties of the job
As a Healthcare Assistant, you will bring empathy, patience, and resilience to a secure mental health setting, along with strong communication skills, emotional awareness, and the ability to remain calm under pressure. You will work closely with a multidisciplinary team to deliver holistic, tailored support, assisting with ward rounds, observing behaviors, and helping with personal care tasks to promote dignity and independence. The role can be challenging at times, but your positive attitude, adaptability, and commitment to delivering person-centred care will be key to succeeding in this position.
About us
Elysium Healthcare is a leading provider of mental health, neurological, learning disabilities, and autism services in the UK. With over 90 services across England and Wales, Elysium offers a unique approach to the delivery of care, with a focus on supporting individuals along their recovery journey. As part of the Ramsay Health Care group, Elysium has a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people worldwide.
Details
Date posted
30 October 2025
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£25,057.50 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
1415638891
Job location
sElysium HealthcareThatchamRG19 8ET
Job description
Job responsibilities
Are you a naturally caring
Experience
d Healthcare Assistant in the UK, looking for your career to be fulfilling, where you’re valued, recognised and supported?Join the team at Thornford Park Hospital in Thatcham, Berkshire as a Healthcare Assistant and
Experience
what delivering great healthcare should feel like.As a Healthcare Assistant, you’ll bring empathy, patience, and resilience to a secure mental health setting, along with strong communication skills, emotional awareness, and the ability to remain calm under pressure. It can be challenging at times, but your positive attitude, adaptability, and commitment to delivering person-centred care will be key to succeeding in this role.
Experience
in mental health is beneficial, as Thornford Park provides medium and low secure forensic services, PICU care, and specialist pathways for mental illness, personality disorders, learning disabilities, and autism.You’ll work alongside a supportive multidisciplinary team, using your skills to help individuals progress along their recovery journey. As you grow in your role, you’ll have the opportunity to work across multiple wards and services and pursue
Qualifications
in health and social care.We offer a comprehensive three-week induction to help you thrive from day one.The shift pattern is 12.5 hours a day, 3-4 days a week including nights and weekends.Please note :You’ll need to commit to a paid three-week training course. If you’re unable to attend, we kindly ask that you do not apply.What You Will Be DoingAs a Healthcare Assistant, you’ll play a vital role in supporting and empowering service users through a seamless, integrated recovery and rehabilitation pathway that truly transforms lives. Your day-to-day will include:Providing compassionate, person-centred care to individuals at every stage of their recoverySupporting ward rounds and observing behaviours to help shape responsive care plansAssisting with everyday tasks, including personal care, to promote dignity and independenceCollaborating closely with a multidisciplinary team to deliver holistic, tailored supportWhere You’ll Be Working:Location:Crookham Hill, Thatcham, Berkshire, RG19 8ETThornford Park is a 141 bed hospital set within 21 acres of Berkshire countryside, offering a seamless care pathway across medium and low secure services, psychiatric intensive care units (PICUs), and rehabilitation flats. The site supports men and women with complex mental health needs, personality disorders, learning disabilities, and autism—often with histories of offending or previous placement challenges.Services include:Medium & Low Secure Units for acute and long-term carePICUs for individuals in psychiatric crisisOlder Adult Services with age-appropriate, holistic interventionsSpecialist Learning Disability & Autism Pathways with integrated secure settings and step-down flatsYou’ll be part of a recovery-focused, multidisciplinary team helping people move safely toward greater independence. Thornford Park is easily accessible via Thatcham train station, with shuttle transport available.What You’ll GetAt Elysium Healthcare, we believe in taking care of the people who care for others, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, growth, and future:Annual base
Salary
of £25,057.50The equivalent of 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays) – plus your birthday off and the option to buy additional annual leave, in our annual selection window.Career development and training to help you achieve your professional goalsAccess to our Rewards & Benefits platform Ely-Vate; Your one-stop destination for everyday savings, exclusive benefits, and wellbeing hub!Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a healthy work-life balanceAccess to Blue Light Card, which provides a range of exclusive offers and discountsLife Assurance, for added peace of mindStream – instant access to earned wages when you need it, plus access to save, directly from your wages, alongside financial wellbeing support.24/7 GP service and second medical opinion, to ensure you are the best you can beEnhanced Maternity Package, so you can truly enjoy this special timePension contribution, to help secure your futureFree meals and onsite free parking
About us
:Elysium Health care has over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 90 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move.Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally.Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments and is a Disability Confident employer, committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person’s individual responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of service users. All candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure
Job description
Person Specification
Qualifications
EssentialNo specific
Qualifications
are required, but
Experience
in mental health or healthcare is beneficial. Elysium Healthcare provides a comprehensive three-week induction program to help you thrive in the role from day one.
Person Specification
Qualifications
EssentialNo specific
Qualifications
are required, but
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.Employer
Details
This role as a Healthcare Assistant at Thornford Park Hospital in Thatcham, Berkshire offers an opportunity to be part of a supportive multidisciplinary team that delivers high-quality, person-centred care to individuals with complex mental health needs, personality disorders, learning disabilities, and autism. The successful candidate will play a vital role in supporting service users' recovery and rehabilitation journeys, providing compassionate care and assistance with daily tasks to promote dignity and independence.
Main duties of the job
As a Healthcare Assistant, you will bring empathy, patience, and resilience to a secure mental health setting, along with strong communication skills, emotional awareness, and the ability to remain calm under pressure. You will work closely with a multidisciplinary team to deliver holistic, tailored support, assisting with ward rounds, observing behaviors, and helping with personal care tasks to promote dignity and independence. The role can be challenging at times, but your positive attitude, adaptability, and commitment to delivering person-centred care will be key to succeeding in this position.
About us
Elysium Healthcare is a leading provider of mental health, neurological, learning disabilities, and autism services in the UK. With over 90 services across England and Wales, Elysium offers a unique approach to the delivery of care, with a focus on supporting individuals along their recovery journey. As part of the Ramsay Health Care group, Elysium has a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people worldwide.
Details
Date posted
30 October 2025
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£25,057.50 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
1415638891
Job location
sElysium HealthcareThatchamRG19 8ET
Job description
Job responsibilities
Are you a naturally caring
Experience
d Healthcare Assistant in the UK, looking for your career to be fulfilling, where you’re valued, recognised and supported?Join the team at Thornford Park Hospital in Thatcham, Berkshire as a Healthcare Assistant and
Experience
what delivering great healthcare should feel like.As a Healthcare Assistant, you’ll bring empathy, patience, and resilience to a secure mental health setting, along with strong communication skills, emotional awareness, and the ability to remain calm under pressure. It can be challenging at times, but your positive attitude, adaptability, and commitment to delivering person-centred care will be key to succeeding in this role.
Experience
in mental health is beneficial, as Thornford Park provides medium and low secure forensic services, PICU care, and specialist pathways for mental illness, personality disorders, learning disabilities, and autism.You’ll work alongside a supportive multidisciplinary team, using your skills to help individuals progress along their recovery journey. As you grow in your role, you’ll have the opportunity to work across multiple wards and services and pursue
Qualifications
in health and social care.We offer a comprehensive three-week induction to help you thrive from day one.The shift pattern is 12.5 hours a day, 3-4 days a week including nights and weekends.Please note :You’ll need to commit to a paid three-week training course. If you’re unable to attend, we kindly ask that you do not apply.What You Will Be DoingAs a Healthcare Assistant, you’ll play a vital role in supporting and empowering service users through a seamless, integrated recovery and rehabilitation pathway that truly transforms lives. Your day-to-day will include:Providing compassionate, person-centred care to individuals at every stage of their recoverySupporting ward rounds and observing behaviours to help shape responsive care plansAssisting with everyday tasks, including personal care, to promote dignity and independenceCollaborating closely with a multidisciplinary team to deliver holistic, tailored supportWhere You’ll Be Working:Location:Crookham Hill, Thatcham, Berkshire, RG19 8ETThornford Park is a 141 bed hospital set within 21 acres of Berkshire countryside, offering a seamless care pathway across medium and low secure services, psychiatric intensive care units (PICUs), and rehabilitation flats. The site supports men and women with complex mental health needs, personality disorders, learning disabilities, and autism—often with histories of offending or previous placement challenges.Services include:Medium & Low Secure Units for acute and long-term carePICUs for individuals in psychiatric crisisOlder Adult Services with age-appropriate, holistic interventionsSpecialist Learning Disability & Autism Pathways with integrated secure settings and step-down flatsYou’ll be part of a recovery-focused, multidisciplinary team helping people move safely toward greater independence. Thornford Park is easily accessible via Thatcham train station, with shuttle transport available.What You’ll GetAt Elysium Healthcare, we believe in taking care of the people who care for others, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, growth, and future:Annual base
Salary
of £25,057.50The equivalent of 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays) – plus your birthday off and the option to buy additional annual leave, in our annual selection window.Career development and training to help you achieve your professional goalsAccess to our Rewards & Benefits platform Ely-Vate; Your one-stop destination for everyday savings, exclusive benefits, and wellbeing hub!Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a healthy work-life balanceAccess to Blue Light Card, which provides a range of exclusive offers and discountsLife Assurance, for added peace of mindStream – instant access to earned wages when you need it, plus access to save, directly from your wages, alongside financial wellbeing support.24/7 GP service and second medical opinion, to ensure you are the best you can beEnhanced Maternity Package, so you can truly enjoy this special timePension contribution, to help secure your futureFree meals and onsite free parking
About us
:Elysium Health care has over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 90 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move.Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally.Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments and is a Disability Confident employer, committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person’s individual responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of service users. All candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure
Job description
Person Specification
Qualifications
EssentialNo specific
Qualifications
are required, but
Experience
in mental health or healthcare is beneficial. Elysium Healthcare provides a comprehensive three-week induction program to help you thrive in the role from day one.
Person Specification
Qualifications
EssentialNo specific
Qualifications
are required, but
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.Employer
Details
Enhanced maternity package and 33 days' annual leave (incl. bank holidays) plus your birthday off — excellent for planning family time.
12.5‑hour shifts, 3–4 days a week — compressed rota that suits school runs, childcare and week‑day commitments.
Free onsite parking, easy access to Thatcham train station and shuttle transport — ideal if you drive or commute from nearby towns.
Paid three‑week induction plus ongoing training — supportive for those new to mental health care or returning to work.
Competitive salary (£25,057.50), pension contributions and Stream instant pay access — practical financial security.
Clear career pathways across Elysium/Ramsay, supportive multidisciplinary teams and wellbeing perks (24/7 GP, Ely‑Vate, free meals).
Not sure?
If you're interested in this role but you have questions or you're not yet ready to apply, then please book a quick call with us and we'd be happy to answer any questions you have and tell you more about the role.
If you're interested in this role but you have questions or you're not yet ready to apply, then please book a quick call with us and we'd be happy to answer any questions you have and tell you more about the role.
Requirements
See the job description for full role requirements.
Benefits
Enhanced maternity package and 33 days' annual leave (incl. bank holidays) plus your birthday off — excellent for planning family time.; 12.5‑hour shifts, 3–4 days a week — compressed rota that suits school runs, childcare and week‑day commitments.; Free onsite parking, easy access to Thatcham train station and shuttle transport — ideal if you drive or commute from nearby towns.; Paid three‑week induction plus ongoing training — supportive for those new to mental health care or returning to work.; Competitive salary (£25,057.50), pension contributions and Stream instant pay access — practical financial security.; Clear career pathways across Elysium/Ramsay, supportive multidisciplinary teams and wellbeing perks (24/7 GP, Ely‑Vate, free meals).
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To work as a Healthcare Assistant (HCA) in the UK, you need a combination of practical skills, personal qualities, and a basic understanding of healthcare principles. While specific requirements might vary depending on the employer or the care setting, here are the key skills and attributes typically required:
Essential Skills:
1. Communication Skills:
- Ability to communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare professionals.
- Good listening skills to understand patients' needs and concerns.
2. Empathy and Compassion:
- Understanding and sensitivity to the feelings of patients.
- Ability to provide emotional support and reassurance.
3. Basic Clinical Skills:
- Understanding of basic health and hygiene standards.
- Ability to assist with daily living activities (bathing, dressing, feeding, etc.).
- Monitoring vital signs (blood pressure, temperature, pulse) can also be necessary.
4. Teamwork:
- Ability to work collaboratively with other healthcare professionals.
- Being a supportive team player.
5. Time Management:
- Ability to prioritize tasks efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
- Managing time effectively to ensure all patients receive appropriate care.
6. Attention to Detail:
- Being meticulous in following care plans and documenting changes in patients’ conditions.
- Paying close attention to patient safety.
7. Problem Solving Skills:
- Ability to respond to a variety of situations and challenges quickly and effectively.
- Competence in recognizing changes in a patient's condition and taking appropriate action.
8. Physical Stamina:
- Capability to perform physically demanding tasks, such as lifting and moving patients.
- Maintaining energy and stamina for long shifts.
Personal Qualities:
- Patience: Working in healthcare can be challenging; patience is crucial when dealing with patients who may be distressed or unwell.
- Reliability: Being dependable and trustworthy is essential for providing good patient care.
- Adaptability: Flexibility to handle varying work environments and situations.
- Respectfulness: Maintaining dignity for patients and treating them respectfully.
Training and Qualifications:
While formal qualifications may not always be required, having a relevant qualification, such as a Level 2 or Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care, can be beneficial. Some employers provide on-the-job training, and courses in first aid, safeguarding, or infection control may also be useful.
Experience:
Any previous experience in healthcare, customer service, or caring environments can greatly enhance your application. Volunteering in hospitals, care homes, or community services can provide valuable experience and skills.
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