Job summary We are seeking a Healthcare Support Worker to commence on Medical Assessment Unit (MAU) within in the Division of Medicine. If you wish to be considered for the position available please click apply now to complete an application form. Throughout the application form, and particularly in the supporting information, please ensure you clearly demonstrate how you meet each of the criteria on the person specification. This vacancy is open to all internal and external candidates. NHS Employees should ideally secure their manager's agreement for a secondment arrangement ideally prior to applying, as this will be a condition of any offer made. This vacancy is advertised on a fixed term basis to provide cover for an employee on Secondment and will end on 5-Apr-26 or when the substantive postholder returns. Whilst this post is advertised on an fixed term basis there is the potential that this post may become permanent in the future. The role may require you to work across all areas in the Trust. Candidates are required to present original certificates for qualifications at interview stage. Please note this vacancy may close before the advertised closing date if a sufficient number of suitable applications are received. Main duties of the job Function as a team member of the Multidisciplinary Team by assisting the Registered Nurse in the delivery of effective high quality patient care. All work undertaken by the post holder will be under direct supervision of the Registered Nurse. About us Choose Well - Choose WWL Wrightington, Wigan and Leigh Teaching Hospitals, NHS Foundation Trust are the proud providers of acute hospital and community services to the people of the Wigan Borough and surrounding areas. At WWL, we value our staff believing that 'happy staff, makes for happy patients'. We have a recognised track record in staff engagement, and living our values. WWL are committed to placing the patient at the heart of everything we do, and in the provision of safe, effective care that acknowledges and ensures dignity. With this in mind we are seeking to recruit people who share our values and beliefs. Date posted 11 March 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 2 Salary £23,615 a year per annum, pro rata Contract Fixed term Duration 12 months Working pattern Part-time, Flexible working Reference number 302-25-7039799M Job locations Royal Albert Edward Infirmary Wigan Lane Wigan WN1 2NN Job description Job responsibilities Duties and Responsibilities Assist patients with the provision of washing, dressing, personal care, beverages and/or meals. Assist qualified nursing and medical staff where requested. Communicate with all members of the team to maintain a good service provision. Ensure that all patients are able to meet their hygiene needs, providing a level of assistance appropriate to the individual. Prepare and support the patient appropriately during any activity that is to be undertaken. Alert the registered nurse where you notice any changes in the patients health and well-being or any possible risks. Ensure effective use of material resources/supplies within the ward/unit in consultation with senior staff. Assist with the general cleaning and re-stocking of resources where appropriate as well as cleaning and preparing patients beds. Contribute to own personal development and take an active part in learning opportunities. Job description Job responsibilities Duties and Responsibilities Assist patients with the provision of washing, dressing, personal care, beverages and/or meals. Assist qualified nursing and medical staff where requested. Communicate with all members of the team to maintain a good service provision. Ensure that all patients are able to meet their hygiene needs, providing a level of assistance appropriate to the individual. Prepare and support the patient appropriately during any activity that is to be undertaken. Alert the registered nurse where you notice any changes in the patients health and well-being or any possible risks. Ensure effective use of material resources/supplies within the ward/unit in consultation with senior staff. Assist with the general cleaning and re-stocking of resources where appropriate as well as cleaning and preparing patients beds. Contribute to own personal development and take an active part in learning opportunities. Person Specification Addtional Essential Flexible and able to work on any ward and site within the Trust Ability to work internal rotational shifts Speak English to an appropriate standard relevant to their role, i.e. with confidence and accuracy, using correct sentence structures and vocabulary, and without hesitation Knowledge Essential An interest in healthcare services Desirable Knowledge of individualised patient care delivery Skills Essential Good communication and interpersonal skills Able to demonstrate a positive attitude and caring demeanour Ability to challenge unacceptable behaviour Experience Essential Previous experience of working within a care environment. Desirable Previous experience working in a hospital setting. Experience in documenting in patient records. Qualifications Essential Evidence of basic level qualification in English and Maths or able to demonstrate equivalent experience Desirable Experience in documenting in patient records. Blood sampling NVQ II in a healthcare subject or equivalent Person Specification Addtional Essential Flexible and able to work on any ward and site within the Trust Ability to work internal rotational shifts Speak English to an appropriate standard relevant to their role, i.e. with confidence and accuracy, using correct sentence structures and vocabulary, and without hesitation Knowledge Essential An interest in healthcare services Desirable Knowledge of individualised patient care delivery Skills Essential Good communication and interpersonal skills Able to demonstrate a positive attitude and caring demeanour Ability to challenge unacceptable behaviour Experience Essential Previous experience of working within a care environment. Desirable Previous experience working in a hospital setting. Experience in documenting in patient records. Qualifications Essential Evidence of basic level qualification in English and Maths or able to demonstrate equivalent experience Desirable Experience in documenting in patient records. Blood sampling NVQ II in a healthcare subject or equivalent 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 Wrightington Wigan & Leigh Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Address Royal Albert Edward Infirmary Wigan Lane Wigan WN1 2NN Employer's website http://www.wwl.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)