Job summary Our work in Primary Care Networks (PCN) is at the very heart of Stockport PCN Care. Services will be offered seven days a week to help people remain healthy and build independence. The aim being that the "right care is delivered to the right people at the right time".We are looking for a flexible, innovative practitioner with a variety of clinical skills. The District Nursing Service provides care in patients' homes as well as residential homes caring for patients with complex needs and supporting carers.We are looking for enthusiastic individuals who would work with the Community Nurses and Adults Social care staff to provide a first-class service to the residents of Stockport. Line management will be provided by Stockport foundation trust, under NHS terms and conditions. On appointment successful candidates will be expected to complete the Care Certificate. Main duties of the job To work within a multidisciplinary team delivering social and nursing care (appropriate to the post) to clients in their own home. Care delegated by an appropriate practitioner utilising personalised care plans as appropriate. Providing patients with support in administering medications, eye drops, wound care and supporting your colleagues to provide excellent care in the patients' home. Working 15 hrs/week between 18:00pm-23:00pm. About us We hold a unique position in the Stockport community as the provider of healthcare and we are one of its largest employers. We believe that the best organisations are those that reflect the communities they serve. We are therefore seeking to improve the diversity of our workforce to make it truly representative of our local population. We actively encourage applications irrespective of race, age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage & civil partnership, or pregnancy or maternity. Recognising those communities that are underrepresented within our workforce, we would particularly welcome applications from you. If you require support with your application please contact a member of the recruitment team, who can discuss alternative application methods. We recognise that flexible working is important. We take requests for flexible working seriously, consider any request we receive and try to work with you, so we can explore if your request may fit with the needs of the service. Benefits we offer to you: o Between 27-33 days of annual leave plus bank holidays o NHS pension scheme membership o Salary sacrifice schemes for lease cars, home electronics and more, to make your salary go further o NHS Staff discounts o Cycle to work scheme oSalary finance - for loans, savings, budget planning and tips on managing debt o Stockport Credit Union- for local financial advice Date posted 07 November 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 2 Salary £23,615 a year pro rata per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time Reference number 362-A-24-6274987-A Job locations Kingsgate House Wellington Road North Stockport SK7 4PW Job description Job responsibilities To assist with general wellbeing, creating a supportive and re- enabling environment promoting maximum independence. The scope of the role will focus on supporting admission avoidance, early supported discharge and promotion of independence and assisting in the effective management of patients with long term conditions and Palliative patients symptom control. If candidates who are appointed do not hold the Care Certificate, an opportunity to complete will be available. The post holder MUST hold a driving licence with access to a car to fulfil this role. The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and promote safeguarding by implementing the Trusts policies and procedures, acting promptly on concerns, communicating effectively, and sharing information appropriately. If successful, this vacancy will require an enhanced DBS check at a cost of £41.90. This cost will be deducted from your first Trust salary. In addition to this it will be a condition of your employment that you will join the DBS update service and pay the annual subscription fee of £13. Job description Job responsibilities To assist with general wellbeing, creating a supportive and re- enabling environment promoting maximum independence. The scope of the role will focus on supporting admission avoidance, early supported discharge and promotion of independence and assisting in the effective management of patients with long term conditions and Palliative patients symptom control. If candidates who are appointed do not hold the Care Certificate, an opportunity to complete will be available. The post holder MUST hold a driving licence with access to a car to fulfil this role. The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and promote safeguarding by implementing the Trusts policies and procedures, acting promptly on concerns, communicating effectively, and sharing information appropriately. If successful, this vacancy will require an enhanced DBS check at a cost of £41.90. This cost will be deducted from your first Trust salary. In addition to this it will be a condition of your employment that you will join the DBS update service and pay the annual subscription fee of £13. Person Specification health care experience Essential worked in health care Desirable 1 year plus health care experience NVQ Level 2 Essential Within last 5 years Desirable Additional health related qualification driving Essential car and driving licence good communication skills Essential at interview Person Specification health care experience Essential worked in health care Desirable 1 year plus health care experience NVQ Level 2 Essential Within last 5 years Desirable Additional health related qualification driving Essential car and driving licence good communication skills Essential at interview 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Additional information 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Employer details Employer name Stockport NHS Foundation Trust Address Kingsgate House Wellington Road North Stockport SK7 4PW Employer's website http://www.stockport.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)