Job summary
At Prometheus we do more than move patients. We protect, support and care for some of the most vulnerable people in society. Our teams work across the UK providing safe, compassionate transfers for individuals in mental health crisis, those in secure care and patients needing specialist hospital support. We operate 24/7 every day of the year working in partnership with the NHS, private healthcare providers, police, prisons and the courts.

Main duties of the job
As a Health Care Assistant with Prometheus you will work alongside skilled mental health and clinical professionals to deliver outstanding care in challenging and varied situations. You will support the safe transfer of patients in our services including PSS, PCC and Section 136 pathways as well as in hospital bedwatch, mental health units and other specialist environments. This is hands on, people first work that requires empathy, resilience and professionalism. You will communicate with patients and partner organisations, handle sensitive information and respond quickly when situations change. You will ensure every patient is treated with dignity and respect regardless of circumstance.

Key responsibilities include:

• Providing high quality, compassionate care during patient transfers and in care settings
• Supporting qualified nurses in the safe transfer of patients
• Driving Prometheus ambulances when required
• Responding effectively to crises and emergencies
• Completing clear and accurate documentation in line with procedures
• Safeguarding vulnerable adults and children in accordance with policy
• Maintaining vehicles and equipment to required standards
• Leading a team during informal patient transfers when needed

You will represent Prometheus to our patients and partners, playing a vital role in keeping people safe while upholding our values of care, professionalism and integrity.

About us
Prometheus is a specialist mental health services provider, delivering secure patient transport and complex care to NHS Trusts and healthcare providers across the UK. We are proud to be part of the RCI Group.

Details
Date posted: 27 October 2026
Pay scheme: Other
Salary: £14 to £16 an hour
Contract: Bank
Working pattern: Part-time
Reference number: oc-1793092520-AETOK
Job locations: City Of Manchester, M1 5AN, United Kingdom

Essential Requirements

• Valid NMC registration (RMN) with a minimum of two years' post-registration experience.
• Full UK driving licence covering manual and automatic vehicles.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Enhanced DBS clearance.
• Strong clinical assessment, risk management and crisis intervention skills.
• Excellent communication, teamwork and leadership abilities.
• Ability to remain calm, professional and decisive in challenging situations.

Employee Benefits

• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
• Free on-site parking at company bases.
• Free company uniform.
• Company-provided mandatory training.
• Enrolment in The People's Pension scheme, subject to eligibility.

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.

For questions about the job, contact:
Deputy Service Delivery Manager, Nazmeen Begum, nbegum@psecure.co.uk

Prometheus is proud to be an inclusive employer welcoming applicants from all backgrounds and life experiences.