Job summary We are looking to appoint health care support Assistants who are enthusiastic, motivated with a passion for caring to join our dedicated Team on Ward 7B.7B is a Trauma & Orthopaedic Ward.As a health care Assistant you will work as part of a large multidisciplinary team and will play a key role in delivering the fundamentals of care for patients under the supervision of a nurse, whilst supporting patients to achieve the shared goals. Individuals should be able to demonstrate excellent communication skills who are willing to learn and take on new challenges as the service develops. Main duties of the job Experience of working in a care setting would be advantageous but all necessary skills training, professional updates and mandatory training as appropriate to the post will be provided.Full details of duties can be found in the job description.There will be an expectation of a flexible approach to shifts patterns with a commitment to participate in the on call service after appropriate training.Please be advised - this vacancy may close early if we reach a sufficient amount of applications. About us As an organisation, the NHS offers a wide range of benefits including flexible working, fantastic pension contributions, market leading annual leave allowance, career progression and regular conversations, not to mention our Blue Light Card and NHS exclusive discounts.The benefits of working in Somerset include the idyllic countryside, with our areas of outstanding beauty and stunning coastlines. You will get to enjoy these perks whilst still only being a stone's throw away from bustling city centres like Bristol, Bath and Exeter and only two hours away from London.There are excellent educational facilities in the area and, when compared to other regions, house prices are reasonable. You will to experience the best of both in Somerset, the countryside and the cosmopolitan there is truly something for everyone Date posted 22 October 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 2 Salary £23,615 to £23,615 a year Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time Reference number 184-OL-OR-1032 Job locations Yeovil District Hospital Higher Kingston Yeovil Somerset BA21 4AT Job description Job responsibilities For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post. Job description Job responsibilities For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Evidence of secondary education Care Certificate (Skills for Care) inhouse training or prepared to undertake within agreed timescale Desirable Vocational level 2 Healthcare or prepared to undertake within agree time scale Experience Essential Previous experience in a care environment or able to demonstrate a caring nature/ life experience. Understands the need for strict confidentiality Understanding of the health or social care setting. Additional Criteria Essential Evidence of a good standard of Literacy / English language skills Able to demonstrate empathy, sensitivity, and to adapt communication style to circumstances. Good standards of written communication skills, with the ability to use email and internet. Good verbal communication skills with an ability to provide and receive routine information. Able to prioritise and organise workload Able to work under instruction and as part of a team Able to work under pressure Person Specification Qualifications Essential Evidence of secondary education Care Certificate (Skills for Care) inhouse training or prepared to undertake within agreed timescale Desirable Vocational level 2 Healthcare or prepared to undertake within agree time scale Experience Essential Previous experience in a care environment or able to demonstrate a caring nature/ life experience. Understands the need for strict confidentiality Understanding of the health or social care setting. Additional Criteria Essential Evidence of a good standard of Literacy / English language skills Able to demonstrate empathy, sensitivity, and to adapt communication style to circumstances. Good standards of written communication skills, with the ability to use email and internet. Good verbal communication skills with an ability to provide and receive routine information. Able to prioritise and organise workload Able to work under instruction and as part of a team Able to work under pressure 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 Somerset NHS Foundation Trust Address Yeovil District Hospital Higher Kingston Yeovil Somerset BA21 4AT Employer's website https://www.somersetft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)