Healthcare Assistant - Talent Pool
Job Description
Job summary
Please note: This role does not meet the minimum criteria for visa sponsorship under the current UK immigration rules, which set specific salary and skill thresholds. As such, we are unable to provide sponsorship for this post. Applicants will therefore need to already have the right to work in the UK to be considered. We include this information at the outset to provide clarity and avoid unnecessary inconvenience for applicants.
Are you looking for a rewarding job, full of opportunities to develop and make a difference to people's lives? At University Hospitals Sussex, we're looking for motivated individuals to join us as a Healthcare Support Worker. Whether you're starting your journey in healthcare or seeking a new challenge, this is your opportunity to thrive. This is a development role for motivated individuals looking to progress and develop into a Senior Healthcare Support Worker. Over the course of 6 months you will be supported to complete your Care Certificate, undertake fundamental acute care competencies and progress to a Band 3 Senior Healthcare Support Worker. University Hospital Sussex are looking to recruit Senior Healthcare Support Workers into our talent pool for future vacancies.Main duties of the job
Why join us at UHSussex?
Be part of a team - Our hard-working, talented and dedicated team of over 20,000 staff work together towards a common goal 'where better never stops' and you will play a vital part in driving us forwards and improving the lives of patients across Sussex.
Work flexibly! - We can offer you full time (37.5 hrs a week) or part time (23 hours minimum) roles to suit your lifestyle.
Career opportunities - As a successful candidate, you can look forward to working within a friendly and supportive environment to gain skills and competencies. Explore the pathways UHSussex offers you for career progression within the trust
No previous healthcare experience is necessary. We will provide all the training you need before you start working on one of our wards. You will start on our induction programme to help you settle into our organisation and receive 2 week supernumerary time once on the ward.
Please be advised this advert is for a talent pool, If successful at interview, you will be added to the waiting list for the next available opportunity.
About us
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always deliver Excellent Care Everywhere, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of staff networks to help break down barriers, and can offer abuddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 3) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
Candidate Pack
Job responsibilities
- To assist patients to carry out personal care including meeting hygiene, nutrition and continence needs.
- To assist patient to mobilise where appropriate.
- Taking and recording of temperature, pulse, respirations, blood pressure, height and weight on instruction from the qualified nurse. Recording the results appropriately and reporting any abnormalities to the Nurse or Nurse in Charge.
- Testing specimens and recording the results.
- Under the supervision of the qualified nurse, support patients undergoing clinical procedures ensuring their comfort and safety
- To restock departmental areas as required reporting any shortages to the NiC/Ward Manager
Please see additional information attached.
Please be aware this advert may close early is a high volume of applications are received.Please note, we do not offer sponsorship for this position.
Please do not apply for this advert if you require Bank only.
Please be advised this advert is for a talent pool, If successful at interview, you will be added to the waiting list for the next available opportunity.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Desirable
- Level 2 or 3 Healthcare related qualification
- National Care Certificate
- Maths and English GCSE passes at grade D or above or functional skills level 2 numeracy and literacy.
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrates enthusiasm, commitment and a compassionate attitude towards working with patients.
Desirable
- Previous care experience
Communication and Learning
Essential
- Good Written Communication
- Willingness for further development
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Essential
- Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
- Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).
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
University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)
Address
Worthing Hospital
Worthing
BN11 2DH
United Kingdom
