Job summary
Working for LCH in a secure environment is unlike any other role. We operate as a community within a community, providing services such as nursing, GP, pharmacy, , optician, health promotion, physiotherapy, and more.
As a Healthcare Assistant at Wetherby YOI & Adel Beck, youll work with vulnerable young people across both sites. Your role will be varied and rewarding.
Main duties of the job
Working for LCH in a secure environment is unlike any other role. We operate as a community within a community, providing services such as nursing, GP, pharmacy, , optician, health promotion, physiotherapy, and more.
As a Healthcare Assistant at Wetherby YOI & Adel Beck, youll work with vulnerable young people across both sites. Your role will be varied and rewarding.
HCAs are integral to the team & your responsibilities include:
- Supporting clinical assessments, dynamic risk management, and maintaining health needs.
- Assisting with nurse-led clinics, minor injuries, and emergency responses.
- Delivering health promotion sessions to young people.
- Managing stock, supporting procurement, and maintaining IPC standards.
- Completing audits and working holistically.
While experience with this client group or in secure settings is desirable, its not essential, as a thorough induction will be provided.
This role allows you to use and develop clinical and interpersonal skills while working with some of societys most vulnerable children (aged 1018) who face complex circumstances. Its a chance to provide compassionate care and positively influence young peoples health, well-being, and future choices.
Youll work closely with prison departments, education, safer custody, and probation, ensuring holistic care. At Adel Beck, services support children aged 1017 in secure settings due to welfare or justice needs.
About us
Working for Leeds community Healthcare NHS Trust
Who are we?
Leeds Community Healthcare provides a range of community-based health services across the whole city. We treat people in their homes, local health centres and community hospitals, and work in partnership with other local Trusts, charities and Leeds City Council.
We have a strong culture based on deeply-held values, and our focus at all times is on delivering high quality care to the people of Leeds. In our most recent CQC evaluation, we were rated "Good", with our Adult Services rated "Outstanding" for caring.
Perks of the job
Our benefits range from generous annual leave to access to NHS discount sites. You can find the full list of attractive benefits and rewards at www.leedscommunityhealthcare.nhs.uk click on the Join Our Team Tab.
Right to Work
This role is based in the UK. Employment is conditional on confirmation of the right to work in the UK - either as a UK or Irish citizen, under the EU settlement scheme or having secured any other relevant work visa. If you do not have the right to work in the UK and the role does not meet eligibility for sponsorship, please consider carefully whether you meet the eligibility to apply.
Date posted
17 April 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
£24,071 to £25,674 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
VP8F65A3A5
Job locations
H M Young Offenders Institute
York Road
Wetherby
West Yorkshire
LS22 5ED
Employer details
Employer name
Leeds Community Healthcare NHS Trust
Address
H M Young Offenders Institute
York Road
Wetherby
West Yorkshire
LS22 5ED
Employer's website
https://www.leedscommunityhealthcare.nhs.uk/join-our-team1/ (Opens in a new tab)
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