Job summary We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Ward Assistant to join our Paediatric team in Portsmouth, United Kingdom. We are a dedicated team who pride ourselves in providing an excellent standard of care to our patients and supporting our wonderful clinical staff. We are a busy, forward-thinking department where teamwork is paramount and good customer care essential. As a Ward Assistant, you will play a crucial role in supporting the nursing staff and ensuring the comfort and well-being of our patients. Main duties of the job Key Responsibilities: Maintain a clean and hygienic environment by changing bed linens, tidying patient areas and clinical areas to ensure the highest levels of infection prevention and control are met Assist with ordering and meal distribution and collect meal trays after patients have finished eating Ensure any special dietary requirements are met, ordered and distributed Stock rotation and ordering to ensure stock levels are maintained and available Clean and maintain equipment, reporting any faults and ensuring equipment is left ready for use Collaborate effectively with nurses, doctors, and other healthcare professionals Adhere to all hospital policies, procedures, and infection control guidelines For further information, please refer to the Job Description About us This post is only open for applications for individuals employed within the Hampshire and Isle of Wight NHS Care System Organisations within scope are as follows: Hampshire and Isle of Wight IntegratedCare Board Southern Health Foundation Trust Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust University Hospital Southampton Solent NHS Trust South Central Ambulance Service Isle of Wight NHS Trust Hampshire Hospitals Here at Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust, we are proud to provide expert, compassionate care for our local population. We are ranked as the third in the country for research, embedding education and training across the organisation. Our main hub is the Queen Alexandra Hospital, which is one of the largest hospitals on the south coast employing over 8,700 staff. Date posted 14 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 2 Salary £23,615 a year Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number REF1128N Job locations Queen Alexandra Hospital Cosham PO6 3LY Job description Job responsibilities Undertaking in-house training on the role and equipment which require replenishment To collect, clean, decontaminate and prepare equipment following correct procedure To keep storage areas in good order and report any loss or damage to the Ward Sister/Charge Nurse or Matron. Advise the Ward Sister/Charge Nurse/ Modern Matron in respect of the overall provision of the service in relation to equipment. Ensure the correct, safe and appropriate use of equipment Participating in monitoring the quality of service to ensure that customer needs are met Contributing to the overall tidiness and efficiency of the department Report to nurse in charge/ward manager at the beginning of each shift to identify priorities for the day Please refer to the Job Description for full details of the role. Job description Job responsibilities Undertaking in-house training on the role and equipment which require replenishment To collect, clean, decontaminate and prepare equipment following correct procedure To keep storage areas in good order and report any loss or damage to the Ward Sister/Charge Nurse or Matron. Advise the Ward Sister/Charge Nurse/ Modern Matron in respect of the overall provision of the service in relation to equipment. Ensure the correct, safe and appropriate use of equipment Participating in monitoring the quality of service to ensure that customer needs are met Contributing to the overall tidiness and efficiency of the department Report to nurse in charge/ward manager at the beginning of each shift to identify priorities for the day Please refer to the Job Description for full details of the role. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Must be able to demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills. Experience Essential Working with people within a caring setting. Experience of working within a high visibility customer facing environment. Desirable Experience of working in a relevant health or social care setting. IT skills. Skills and Knowledge Essential Ability to work using own initiative and without supervision Excellent written and verbal communication skills Excellent interpersonal skills Proven skills in organisation Operational understanding of Trust processes and the ability to plan and prioritise tasks Person Specification Qualifications Essential Must be able to demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills. Experience Essential Working with people within a caring setting. Experience of working within a high visibility customer facing environment. Desirable Experience of working in a relevant health or social care setting. IT skills. Skills and Knowledge Essential Ability to work using own initiative and without supervision Excellent written and verbal communication skills Excellent interpersonal skills Proven skills in organisation Operational understanding of Trust processes and the ability to plan and prioritise tasks 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 Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust Address Queen Alexandra Hospital Cosham PO6 3LY Employer's website https://www.porthosp.nhs.uk/work-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)