Job summary Have you thought about a career in health care? I say career because caring is more than 'just a job'. If 'just a job' is what you are after then thisvacancyprobably isn't for you. We want some dynamic individuals who are as good at using initiative as they are at being a team player. We want someone who cares with compassion in a way that we would all want to be cared for if we or our loved ones were the ones needing cared for. So if you are after more than 'just a job' get in touch with us. Main duties of the job You must have a strong commitment to the delivery of high quality, safe, patient care and be a good role model in reflecting the Trusts core values. You will be provided with training opportunities to develop your knowledge and skills, offered regular supervision and support, and have ongoing well-being conversations. The Nursing Assistant role will aim: To work within a multi-disciplinary team assisting in the development and implementation of collaborative, needs based care plans. To support the team in providing excellent and effective person centred, nursing care. They are actively involved in the health and wellbeing of staff and service users. They are visible and accessible to patients, families and carers working together to ensure efficient, effective and caring service. They contribute to achieving all performance indicators, essential standards and quality outcomes. Deliver and maintain high standards of clinical care; implementing individual plans of care based on a person centred assessment. Provide compassionate care that is based on empathy, kindness, respect and dignity. Assist in the delivery of therapeutic clinical based interventions and activities which meet individual needs embracing equality and diversity. Engage in regular family/carer contact/support to encourage collaborative decision making. Have the courage to speak out, challenge and help inform the future of nursing care. About us We aim to attract and retain a diverse, talented and committed workforce, who are caring and compassionate, and therefore able to meet the demands of the modern NHS now and in the future. In return we can offer a dynamic working environment in which to build a career. Date posted 25 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 3 Salary £24,071 to £25,674 a year per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 263-ICG25-021-AD Job locations St Georges Park Hospital East Cottingwood Morpeth NE61 2NU Job description Job responsibilities Please find attached job description for full details. Advertising date : 25th February 2025 Closing date : 11th March 2025 We welcome your application. Job description Job responsibilities Please find attached job description for full details. Advertising date : 25th February 2025 Closing date : 11th March 2025 We welcome your application. Person Specification Education and Qualification Essential Senior Healthcare Support Worker or commitment to work towards Knowledge and Experience Essential Experience of working with service users with complex mental health needs Person centred care Mental health / learning disabilities needs Skills and Competencies Essential Good interpersonal and communication Time Management English Functional skills Maths Functional skills ICT Functional Skills skills Person Specification Education and Qualification Essential Senior Healthcare Support Worker or commitment to work towards Knowledge and Experience Essential Experience of working with service users with complex mental health needs Person centred care Mental health / learning disabilities needs Skills and Competencies Essential Good interpersonal and communication Time Management English Functional skills Maths Functional skills ICT Functional Skills skills 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 Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and wear (CNTW) NHS Foundation Trust Address St Georges Park Hospital East Cottingwood Morpeth NE61 2NU Employer's website https://www.cntw.nhs.uk/careers/ (Opens in a new tab)