An opportunity hasarisen for a full time(37.5 hours)Health Care ClinicalSupport workerwithin the In-patientPhysical rehabilitationbased at Prospect Park Hospital.
Oakwood is a nurse led community inpatient hospital with 24 beds. We are a very friendly team with In-House doctors, Nurses, health care assistants, Physiotherapists, Occupational therapists, Multi Therapy assistants.
The role will be based in the Oakwood inpatient community hospital which aims to support patients in increasing rehabilitative goals and functional abilities during a short stay to enable them to return home.
We are looking for dynamic and motivated staff, who can provide effective communication skills, a flexibleapproachand an ability to work under pressure, both as part of a team and independently.To ensure patient safety is maintained at all times.Fulfil the role ofHealthcareClinical Supportusing a Competency Tool applicable to this role.
We offer a supportive environment for personal and professional development supported by qualified staff.
The Trust core values of delivering compassionate excellence are integral to the Service
The successful candidate is required to demonstrate the Trust values and meet the criteria for the responsibilities of the job description and person specification.
If you believe you meet the criteria of the person specification and would like to join the unit at this time, we would be interested in receiving your application.
• To support the qualified staff in the running of the ward and to provide direct care to patients.
• To ensure patient safety is maintained at all times.
Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a specialist mental health and community health services trust. Rated ‘outstanding’ by the CQC, we’re committed to providing the best possible care to people across Berkshire. As an employer, we’re committed to offering an inclusive and compassionate environment where our people share in a sense of belonging and are supported to flourish.
Our values at Berkshire Healthcare are:
• Caring for and about you is our top priority
• Committed to providing good quality, safe services
• Working Together with you to develop innovative solutions
Your wellbeing is important to us. Some of the benefits of working for us include:
• Flexible working options to support work-life balance
• 27 days’ annual leave rising with service + opportunity to buy and sell
• Generous NHS pension scheme
• Excellent learning and career development opportunities
• ‘Cycle to Work’ and car leasing scheme including electric vehicles
• Access to a range of wellbeing tools and services
• Discounts at hundreds of popular retailers and restaurants
• Staff networks for race, diversity, disabilities, the environment and armed forces community to support equality
• Generous maternity, paternity, adoption and special leave
• Free parking across Trust sites
The “must haves” for you to be considered for this role:
1. Good communicationskills both verbally and written
1. MustpossessaCare certificate or equivalentqualification or equivalent experience of delivering compassionate,safeand high-quality care
1. Ability to work as part of a team
1. Possess andabilityto use physical skillsin practice
1. Willingness to learn new skills and attend study sessions
For further information about the role, please see attached job description and person specification.
We strongly encourage you to review how you meet the criteria in the person specification and write about this point-by-point in your supporting statement for the best chance of being shortlisted.
We’re committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Our commitment to inclusion is reflected in our accreditations: Race Equality Matters Silver Trailblazer, Neurodiversity in Business Corporate Member, Disability Confident Leader, Carer Confident Level 2, and the Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award. Reasonable adjustments will be provided to candidates as needed.
Please note, if we receive a high number of applications, we may close this role earlier than the advertised closing date, so please submit your application as soon as possible.
This advert closes on Thursday 26 Dec 2024
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