Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
We are recruiting Apprentice Healthcare Support Workers within the following departments - Main out-patients, Ludlow Ward, Spinal Injuries Wards.
The apprenticeship is for a fixed-term contract period of 2 years, during which time the postholder will be supported to achieve Level 3 Senior Healthcare Support Worker qualification.
Applicants must meet the entry-level qualifications for health and social care, which are Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF) Level 2 (e.g. at least one GCSE Grade 4/C, Level 2 functional skills or a Level 2 healthcare support worker apprenticeship).
In order to satisfy the course requirements, applicants should possess Level 1 English and Maths, and achieve Level 2 English and Maths and the Care Certificate prior to completion of the apprenticeship. Attainment of the Level 3 Senior Healthcare Support Worker will require 20% off the job learning, which involves both classroom and distance learning participation.
The duration of the Level 3 Senior Healthcare Support Worker course is 18 months, after which there will be 6 months of consolidation of learning until the end of the contract.
The Trust is committed to supporting Level 3 apprentices to apply for a permanent Higher Healthcare Support Worker (Band 3) roles at the end of their fixed term contract and course. However, suitable vacancies cannot be guaranteed and are subject to availability at the time.
Main duties of the job
The Higher Healthcare Assistant Apprentice will undertake a range of duties, including:
1. Provides person centred care and support, undertaking personal care duties.
2. Undertakes personal care duties, e.g. bathing, toileting, dressing, support with meals and assisting patients with their appearance.
3. Develops, manages and maintains positive, appropriate relationships with service users, families and carers, demonstrating respect, kindness, compassion and empathy at all times.
4. Acts appropriately in emergency circumstances, including immediate first aid.
About us
The Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic NHS Trust (RJAH) is one of the leading orthopaedic hospitals in the country, with some of the highest levels of staff and patient satisfaction, as well as a strong reputation for research and innovation.
Joining RJAH is more than just a job - we want our people to have the best opportunities to thrive in their role. We have a range of fantastic staff benefits on offer to everyone who joins RJAH and you'll have access to outstanding professional development opportunities and state-of-the-art facilities - including our recently-opened £6 million Headley Court Veterans' Orthopaedic Centre (the first unit of its kind in the UK). RJAH has strong links with a range of universities including Staffordshire, Keele, Glyndwr, Chester and Birmingham. The hospital is located on a site outside Oswestry in Oswestry, just off the A5. The nearest train station is in Gobowen, approximately two miles from the hospital. The station is part of the Chester to Birmingham line. We are based in North Shropshire, close to the border with North and Mid Wales. It is one of the most attractive parts of the country, with a rich historic culture and excellent transport links. It offers outstanding opportunities for anyone who enjoys an outdoor lifestyle or is looking to raise a family.
Job responsibilities
The full job purposes and list of duties and responsibilities can be found in the attached job description.
Person Specification
Educational Attainments
* RQF Level 2 qualifications (e.g. GCSE 4/C or above) OR Level 2 Functional Skills OR Level 2 apprenticeship such as Healthcare Support Worker apprenticeship.
Experience
* Able to demonstrate previous working experience with the public.
Skills and competencies
* Demonstrates ability to work on own initiative and under pressure when required.
* Demonstrates ability to work well as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
* Demonstrates good communication skills both written and verbal.
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.
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