Job summary Are you an experienced band 2 nursing assistant looking for a challenge and interested in working in an exciting and rewarding ward that specialises in care of the older person or a stroke and neuro rehabilitation ward? Are you already a band 3 Senior nursing assistant who would like to challenge themselves to a different environment. Mark ward is our specialist Stroke and neuro rehabilitation ward. Our Older Persons Unit (OPU) comprises of 3 28-bedded wards (Alex, Anne and Henry). All areas have really friendly, diverse and supportive multidisciplinary teams. We promote best practice and clinical excellence and you can become part of this. We are looking for motivated and enthusiastic individuals who are caring and kind to join our fantastic teams on our stroke rehab ward or OPU. This role will allow you to develop and gain a range of additional skills which will enhance your own personal development whilst contributing to the high standard of care expected on our wards. You will be expected to work with the wider multi-disciplinary team and support junior colleagues such as nursing assistants and student nurses. Please feel free to contact the ward for an informal visit or if you would like to discuss this opportunity further. We look forward to hearing from you. Closing date: 3rd February 2025 at midnight Interview date: 13th February 2025 Main duties of the job Guys and St Thomas' Older Persons Unit provides acute and rehabilitation services in each ward Alexandra, Anne and Henry Ward. Each 28-bedded ward underwent refurbishment to provide patients a dementia friendly environment in Central London. We take pride in setting good standard of care in elderly and ensuring our nursing workforce has the necessary skills to deliver the best care possible. We are looking for enthusiastic, motivated, experienced nursing assistants. You will need to have excellent communication and time management skills. Team work is very important to us - you will be joining a committed team on Alexandra ward so being a team player is essential. We really value our Nursing Assistants' role in our ability to provide holistic care to our patients. You will need a flexible approach, be dedicated and able to role model an excellent level of patient care and experience. The Senior Nursing Assistants also have a leadership role, supporting students, the band 2 Nursing Assistants and also the newly qualified registered nurses. We actively support the buddy programme and other opportunities to develop further. Some of our Nursing assistants have gone on to be successful applicants to the Apprentice Nursing Associate programme. This is a full time position including days, nights and weekends. If this sounds like you, then we would love to hear from you About us Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust comprises five of the UK's best known hospitals - Guy's, St Thomas', Evelina London Children's Hospital, Royal Brompton and Harefield - as well as community services in Lambeth and Southwark, all with a long history of high quality care, clinical excellence, research and innovation. We are among the UK's busiest, most successful foundation trusts. We provide specialist care for patients including heart and lung, cancer and renal services as well as a full range of local hospital and community services for people in Lambeth and Southwark. We have around 22,700 staff, making us one of the largest NHS Trusts in the country and one of the biggest employers locally. We aim to reflect the diversity of the communities we serve and continue to develop new and existing partnerships with local people, patients, neighbouring NHS organisations, local authorities and charitable bodies and GPs. Date posted 31 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 3 Salary £29,485 to £31,088 a year p.a inc HCA Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 196-NM12498 Job locations St Thomas' Hospital London SE1 7EH Job description Job responsibilities In order to be part of our Senior Nursing Assistant (Band 3) team, we would like you to have the following qualifications: Substantial experience in a hospital setting Evidence of General Education e.g. GCSE or equivalent / NVQ III in Healthcare A Completed Care Certificate Programme A calm and kind approach Willingness to learn and develop knowledge and skills in caring for complex patients with medical conditions. Please see attached Job description for full details. NB - Interviews will be held face to face. We won't be offering virtual interviews because we would much rather meet you in person. Job description Job responsibilities In order to be part of our Senior Nursing Assistant (Band 3) team, we would like you to have the following qualifications: Substantial experience in a hospital setting Evidence of General Education e.g. GCSE or equivalent / NVQ III in Healthcare A Completed Care Certificate Programme A calm and kind approach Willingness to learn and develop knowledge and skills in caring for complex patients with medical conditions. Please see attached Job description for full details. NB - Interviews will be held face to face. We won't be offering virtual interviews because we would much rather meet you in person. Person Specification Knowledge Essential Clear and accurate written communication. Evidence of general education e.g. GCSE's or equivalent. Completed UK Care Certificate programme Skills Essential Able to work effectively as a team member Desirable Completed the buddy programme Clinical skills including venepuncture, bladder scans and ECG's Experience Essential Previous experience of working as a healthcare assistant in a hospital or other acute setting Previous experience relevant to the Older persons/ dementia/ stroke/ rehabilitation specialities Desirable Experience of caring for patients with NG tubes / tracheostomies Value and behaviour Essential General Value and behaviour Understanding of dignity and respect Communication skills - able to listen effectively and demonstrate a sympathetic/sensitive approach, and be able to speak effectively to colleagues, staff and patients. Person Specification Knowledge Essential Clear and accurate written communication. Evidence of general education e.g. GCSE's or equivalent. Completed UK Care Certificate programme Skills Essential Able to work effectively as a team member Desirable Completed the buddy programme Clinical skills including venepuncture, bladder scans and ECG's Experience Essential Previous experience of working as a healthcare assistant in a hospital or other acute setting Previous experience relevant to the Older persons/ dementia/ stroke/ rehabilitation specialities Desirable Experience of caring for patients with NG tubes / tracheostomies Value and behaviour Essential General Value and behaviour Understanding of dignity and respect Communication skills - able to listen effectively and demonstrate a sympathetic/sensitive approach, and be able to speak effectively to colleagues, staff and patients. 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 Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust Address St Thomas' Hospital London SE1 7EH Employer's website https://www.guysandstthomas.nhs.uk/careers/careers.aspx (Opens in a new tab)