Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Healthcare Assistant - Inpatient Acute

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Job summary

We are excited to announce that we are seeking keen, enthusiastic and creative individuals to join the teams on Fir Ward . The ward is a purposed designed 17 bedded Female Adult Mental Health Inpatient service located on the edge of Mansfield at Sherwood Oaks Hospital which opened in November 2022.

Fir provide high quality care 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to people aged 18-65 from Nottingham City and County who are experiencing a range of mental health and emotional difficulties.

We are seeking proactive, compassionate, caring and recovery focused Healthcare Assistants with excellent communication skills to join our existing experienced and dynamic multidisciplinary teams, to be involved in extensive assessments and formulations to support the planning and delivery of patient care. The multidisciplinary teams all work in a way that is collaborative, evidenced based and responsive to people's needs.

Main duties of the job

The team is looking for dynamic and experienced Healthcare Support Workers with an ability to work in a flexible manner to meet the demands and needs of the service. Applicants should have experience of working in Mental Health, a good understanding of risk and be keen to join a strong and committed team. You would be expected to have knowledge of mental health and be able to identify your own skills and how these may compliment the existing team.

You would be expected to work as part of the team undertaking the assessment, care and treatment of patients experiencing an acute mental health crisis, working in a recovery-orientated and holistic manner towards the ultimate discharge of the patient.

You will be expected to participate in any future training identified in order to fulfil the role of the Healthcare Assistant. You will be given opportunities for training and development in different areas of the HCA role and any aspects of your particular interest.

Candidates will be expected to work a full range of shifts including day and night shifts across 7 days per week.

About us

#TeamNottsHC comprises over 11,000 dedicated colleagues who #MakeADifference every day. We deliver intellectual disability, mental health, community health, forensic, and offender healthcare services across Nottinghamshire, Leicestershire, Lincolnshire, and South Yorkshire. Our care is provided from over 200 sites, spanning community locations, acute settings, and secure environments, including prisons.

We are one of the largest mental health and community Trusts in the East Midlands and one of Nottinghamshire's biggest employers. We also host national and regional services, such as the National High Secure Deaf Service and the Nottingham Centre for Transgender Health.

We offer a variety of employee-led staff networks, including Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) groups, the Green Champions network, the Freedom to Speak Up network, the Health and Wellbeing Champions network, and the Menopause Champions network. These networks play a vital role in supporting our diverse workforce and promoting a culture of inclusivity.

The health and wellbeing of our colleagues is a top priority. We invest significantly in this through our in-house occupational health and staff counselling services, supported by a dedicated Health and Wellbeing team.

The Trust is committed to reducing its carbon emissions, with a specialised Energy and Environmental team working to ensure compliance with environmental legislation, enhance our environmental performance, and achieve our net-zero commitment

Date posted

15 January 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£24,071 to £25,674 a year per annum (pro rata for part time)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

186-011-25-MH

Job locations

Sherwood Oaks Hospital

Sherwood Avenue

Mansfield

NG18 4GW

Job description

Job responsibilities

We are seeking commited and enthusiastic Healthcare Assistants to a join an existing team who are focused on patient centred and holistic care. Applicants must have excellent communication skills and understand the importance of developing positive, therapeutic relationships with our patient group. Applicants need to be keen to develop on their skills and knowledge while working under the supervision of qualified nurses.

Please note that this post does not meet the pay level required for a Skilled worker visa.Successful applicants with no prior NHS experience would normally be placed at the bottom of the band in line with Agenda for Change. This salary is below the minimum salary required for sponsorship for a Skilled Worker / Health & Care visa. In these circumstances the Trust would not, therefore, be able to sponsor for a Skilled Worker / Health & Care visa.Applicants requiring a Skilled Worker Visa can determine the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship against the relevant criteria here https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa

Job description

Job responsibilities

Person Specification

Qualification

Essential

NVQ III in Health and Social Care, Care Certificate or equivalent or equivalent experience

Experience

Essential

Experience of working within healthcare setting

Skills

Essential

Ability to work as part of a team
Good written/oral communication skills.
Ability to be flexible.
Good observational skills with the ability to record and report physical/mental health changes or any other concerns/ observations of incidents or events and behaviours in an accurate and timely manner.
Standard computer and keyboard skills

Training

Essential

Willingness to undertake training that will enhance service delivery.

Knowledge

Essential

To have a basic understanding of the different types of mental illness and maintain an understanding and caring approach to patients.

Values and Behaviours

Essential

All colleagues are expected to demonstrate that they act in line with Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Values: Trust Honesty Respect Compassion Teamwork
All colleagues are expected to demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) and how it applies to their role. The Trust's expectations are highlighted within our EDI Policy, and associated EDI and Human Rights legislation

Person Specification

Qualification

Essential

NVQ III in Health and Social Care, Care Certificate or equivalent or equivalent experience

Experience

Essential

Experience of working within healthcare setting

Skills

Essential

Ability to work as part of a team
Good written/oral communication skills.
Ability to be flexible.
Good observational skills with the ability to record and report physical/mental health changes or any other concerns/ observations of incidents or events and behaviours in an accurate and timely manner.
Standard computer and keyboard skills

Training

Essential

Willingness to undertake training that will enhance service delivery.

Knowledge

Essential

To have a basic understanding of the different types of mental illness and maintain an understanding and caring approach to patients.

Values and Behaviours

Essential

All colleagues are expected to demonstrate that they act in line with Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Values: Trust Honesty Respect Compassion Teamwork
All colleagues are expected to demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) and how it applies to their role. The Trust's expectations are highlighted within our EDI Policy, and associated EDI and Human Rights legislation

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

Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Sherwood Oaks Hospital

Sherwood Avenue

Mansfield

NG18 4GW

Employer's website

https://www.nottinghamshirehealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Sherwood Oaks Hospital

Sherwood Avenue

Mansfield

NG18 4GW

Employer's website

https://www.nottinghamshirehealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)