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Job Summary
Please note that this job does not meet the skill level requirements for work visa sponsorship and as such we will be unable to progress your application if you do not have the right to work in the UK. We are looking to recruit enthusiastic and motivated Healthcare Assistants to support Ward 18 - Recovery and Rehabilitation Unit.
The ward is busy and you will need to be able to work under pressure at times. You will work within the established nursing team on Ward 18 alongside registered nurses, healthcare assistants, and therapy staff providing care to patients on the ward.
Please note this vacancy may close early if a high volume of applications is received, we advise you submit your application early to avoid disappointment.
Main duties of the job
1. Promotes a 'can do' attitude and determination to develop and sustain a dynamic and responsive clinical and administrative support service within a Community Hospital / Community Team setting which delivers best practice.
2. Promote and enhance the health and wellbeing of patients.
3. Promote and improve the patient experience / journey.
4. Empower patients and promote patient shared/self-care where appropriate.
5. To observe the general behaviour, ability and response of patients/clients and to record the information and report to qualified staff as and when required. To deal appropriately with interruptions, unpredictable events and behaviours.
About Us
Shropshire Community Health NHS Trust provides community-based health services for adults and children in Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin, and some services in surrounding areas too. These range from district nursing, health visiting, and running four community hospitals through to providing very specialist community care through talented and dedicated staff.
Patients, carers, and the public play a vital role in helping us to develop and improve our services and we are constantly looking for ways to work with local communities, patients, and the public to innovate and improve.
Shropshire Community Health NHS Trust is an exciting place to work. It offers a wide range of employment opportunities for many people.
Shropshire Community Health NHS Trust positively encourages applications from all areas of the community, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, or religious beliefs. We are committed to ensuring people who work for the community trust have a good working life - and a good work life/home life balance.
Date posted: 06 March 2025
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 2
Salary: £23,615 a year per annum / pro rata
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working
Reference number: 825-6597242-OPS-A
Job locations: Ward 18, Royal Shrewsbury Hospital, Shrewsbury, SY3 8XQ
Job Description
Responsibilities
Please see the Job Description and Person Specification attached for further information on the role.
Person Specification
Training and Qualification Essential
* GCSE A*- D in English Language, or equivalent (e.g. Certificate in Adult Literacy at Level 1)
* Level 2 QCF Diploma in Clinical Healthcare support OR Level 2 NVQ in Healthcare Health & Social Care OR Level 2 in Health & Social Care (NVQ, QCF, RQF)
* Successful completion of the 15 Care certificate modules and practical competency assessment, within required timescales
* GCSE A* - D, or equivalent in Mathematics (e.g. Certificate in Adult Numeracy at Level 1)
Experience Essential
* Experience of providing care in a healthcare or social setting
* Experience of time management and prioritising work
Knowledge and Skills Essential
* Effective and appropriate communication skills both written and verbal
* Ability to complete appropriate documentation accurately
* IT skills, basic word, Email, keyboard skills
* Be able to work as a member of a team
* Understands and committed to a caring approach to patients & relatives
* Ability and willingness to undertake appropriate training within given time frames
Other Essential
* Ability to meet the travel needs of the role.
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: Shropshire Community Health NHS Trust
Address: Ward 18, Royal Shrewsbury Hospital, Shrewsbury, SY3 8XQ
Employer's website: https://www.shropscommunityhealth.nhs.uk/
Seniority level: Entry level
Employment type: Part-time
Job function: Other
Industries: Hospitals and Health Care
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