Health Care Assistant - SE District Nursing Henley On Thames
- NHS
- Part Time
- Henley-on-Thames
- 24071.00 - 25674.00 a year
Job Description
Job summary
Whether you are an experienced Health Care Assistant looking for a new challenge or looking to develop your community career - this role is for you!
We would be delighted to offer the opportunity to join our dedicated and supportive team delivering outstanding care within the South East district nursing teams. We pride ourselves on working collaboratively with our colleagues across the South locality to provide a holistic, multidisciplinary approach to care delivery.
This opportunity is available to Health Care Assistants who are ready to take the next step into developing their own community career.The post requires locality wide accessibility at times covering other bases within the area and therefore the ability to travel between sites is essential.
An NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social care or National Care Certificate is required for this post. If this qualification is not held, successful candidates must be willing to commence this within 6 months of starting in post.
Main duties of the job
You will support the nursing team to deliver outstanding care, showing support to our patients and their families; helping to promote independence, dignity and positively enhancing the lives of the patients in our care.
We welcome applications from experienced Healthcare Assistants wishing to change to community nursing or for individuals who are looking for a new and rewarding career opportunity. Community experience or evidence of working in a care setting is desirable.
About us
As a team member you will receive on-going support with an excellent development programme to help you reach your full potential. We can also provide opportunities for you to progress in your career with Apprenticeships and Nursing Associate Training available.
Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust provides physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and North East Somerset.
Our services are delivered within people's homes.
Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive:"Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team"
Our values are:"Caring, safe and excellent"
At Oxford Health we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include:
- Excellent opportunities for career progression
- Access to tailored individual and Trust wide learning and development
- 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous service
- NHS Discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants and retailers
- Competitive pension scheme
- Lease car scheme
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Mental Health First Aiders
- Staff accommodation (please note waiting lists may apply)
- Staff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion team
Job responsibilities
If you are passionate about making a difference and want to contribute to an organisation which is continuously striving to improve then we would love to hear from you.
We hope that the advert has given you a clear understanding of the skills we are seeking and the opportunity at hand. You will need to use the supporting statement element of your application form to demonstrate your suitability for this role and you should refer to the job description, person specification and the guidance notes attached to this role to help you tailor your application.
The essential and desirable criteria will be used to shortlist for interview and you should ensure that you refer to these within your application to increase your chances of being selected for interview.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Level 3 Diploma in health and social care
Desirable
- NVQ units specifically related to clinical procedures and observations
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience as care worker or formal carer with adults
Desirable
- Previous DN team experience
Expertise/competence
Essential
- Confident working alone
- Able to prioritise work
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Holistic approach to care
- Good time management skills
Desirable
- Wound care knowledge
- Competence in clinical procedures and observations
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
Employer name
Oxford Health NHS Trust
Address
South East Locality District Nursing Henley On Thames Team
Townlands Hospital, York Road
Henley On Thames
RG9 2DR
