Health Care Assistant

NHS
Full Time
London
28939.00 - 28939.00 a year
Posted 4 days ago

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Job Description

Job summary

Job Title: Health Care Assistant Levels 2 and 3

Department: Brain Injury Service

Salary range: £28,939 - £30,688 per annum (dependant on NVQ Qualification and experience)

Hours of work: 150 hours over a 4 week period (approximately 37.5 hours per week).

Contract Type: Full time or part time, rotating day and night shifts

Location: Putney, Southwest London

Role Summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our brain injury service at RHN as a Health Care Assistant.

We provide high-quality, person-centred support tailored to each individuals needs, including complex clinical care, alongside assistance with communication, behavioural support, and daily living. Our focus is on promoting dignity, independence, and quality of life within a safe, nurturing, and supportive environment. We also work closely with residents families, offering ongoing support, guidance, and reassurance.

Personal Specification; Experience and Qualifications Essential:

Minimum 6 months experience of working in a health or social care support role.
Qualification to GCSE or equivalent.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
A good command of both written and spoken English.
An ability to carry out manual handling tasks.
Able to work flexible shift pattern including weekends and nights.

Desirable experience which will enhance your application

A health or social care related degree or equivalent qualification.
Previous experience of working within a multidisciplinary team within health or social care.

Main duties of the job

Demonstrate an awareness of RHNs objectives and contribute to achieving them appropriately.
Strive to improve efficiency in all areas of your work. HCA JD 2024
Working as a part of the team
Assist registered nurses and other HCAs in the delivery of direct care to patients within the ward.
Working within agreed nursing standards and under the direction of the registered nurse or NVQ healthcare assistant.
Health Care Assistant Key Responsibilities
To assist patients with all aspects of their personal hygiene care which will include; washing, bathing, dressing, continence and mouth care whilst enabling them to be as independent with these tasks as possible.
To assist with mobility including; hoisting, positioning and assisting with mobility aids.
To support patients with eating and drinking tasks, which may include the use of adapted feeding equipment, recording of food and fluid intake and feeding patients with an impaired swallow function.
Responsible for providing proficient communication with patients and others in challenging situations, which may include supporting patients with complex communication needs and patients who present with behavioural/emotional challenges as a result of their brain injury.
To participate fully in a 24 hour, 7 day week staff roster, including working Bank Holidays, as required by the needs of the service. Shift patterns may vary and include split days off. A high degree of flexibility is required.

About us

Situated within beautiful gardens and grounds, the Royal Hospital for Neuro-disability (RHN) is a leading national centre of excellence and one of the longest-running charities and independent hospitals in the UK. Set in a stunning Grade II listed Victorian building, the RHN provides adult person-centred services across the entire care pathwayfrom post-acute rehabilitation to end-of-life carefor people with complex neuro-disabilities and their families. Underpinned by a strong research and education framework, the RHN is more than a hospital; it is a vibrant community where residents engage in music, art, and holistic support to achieve the best possible quality of life.

Job responsibilities

Set in a stunning Grade II listed Victorian building, the RHN provides adult person-centred services across the entire care pathwayfrom post-acute rehabilitation to end-of-life carefor people with complex neuro-disabilities and their families. Underpinned by a strong research and education framework, the RHN is more than a hospital; it is a vibrant community where residents engage in music, art, and holistic support to achieve the best possible quality of life.

Job Title: Health Care Assistant Levels 2 and 3 Department: Brain Injury Service Salary range: £28,939 - £30,688 per annum (dependant on NVQ Qualification and experience) Hours of work: 150 hours over a 4 week period (approximately 37.5 hours per week). Contract Type: Full time or part time, rotating day and night shifts Location: Putney, Southwest London

Role Summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our brain injury service at RHN as a Health Care Assistant.

You will be a key member of a multidisciplinary team, working closely with our residents to support all aspects of daily living, including personal care, while promoting independence, dignity, and wellbeing.

This role requires a strong understanding of person-centred care, the ability to respond to complex health needs, and a compassionate and patient approach. Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team are essential.

Personal Specification; Experience and Qualifications Essential:

Minimum 6 months experience of working in a health or social care support role.
Qualification to GCSE or equivalent.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
A good command of both written and spoken English.
An ability to carry out manual handling tasks.
Able to work flexible shift pattern including weekends and nights.

Desirable experience which will enhance your application

A health or social care related degree or equivalent qualification.
Previous experience of working within a multidisciplinary team within health or social care.

Compensation Range

£28,939.00 - £28,939.00

Why the Royal Hospital for Neuro-disability is a great place to work:

Generous Annual Leave entitlement
Free counselling and therapy sessions and other mental wellbeing support through our partner CIC Wellbeing
Get involved in our free on-site wellbeing programs, including weekly yoga, and monthly pottery club (we are the UKs only hospital with its own kiln)!
Draw down a percentage of your monthly wages a few weeks early to help with unexpected costs.
Financial support services such as low-interest loans and help with savings accounts through our partnership with London Capital Credit Union.
Join our wellbeing networks to connect with people in our hospital; we have a Pride network, Womens network, and our Race Equality network. We also have heritage events to celebrate the diversity of our workforce most recently we had a South East Asian celebration.
Free on-site parking (rare in London!)
More benefits: Cycle2Work scheme, tech purchase support scheme, Blue Light Card discounts, and more.

Please note, to be eligible to apply for this role, you must have the Right to Work in the UK. We are unable to offer sponsorship to applicants currently.

RHN is a care provider for vulnerable patients at extreme risk. In consequence, safeguarding patients will always be our highest priority.

RHN is proud to be a diverse and inclusive employer that respects and values the differences of our people to achieve their full potential. If you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to contact our Resourcing Team at [email protected]

The RHN recognise the importance in addressing environmental sustainability and we strive to contribute to reducing our carbon footprint.

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