Job summary
We are currently seeking health and social care assistants with a broad range of previous experience and knowledge who are looking for an opportunity to develop skills in rapid response and management of acutely unwell clients in the community. You will be working under the guidance of multi-disciplinary clinicians, to support assessment and treatment of patients' to achieve medical stability and maintain functional ability, aiming to prevent unnecessary hospital admissions.
Main duties of the job
You should have previous experience of working with a therapy, nursing or personal care team within a health or social care setting. You must be flexible, responsive and have excellent time management skills as the teams priorities can change throughout the day. You should have good written and verbal communication skills and enjoy working in a dynamic and effective team.As the service is community based, you will need your own means of transport and will be required to work long days (7am to 7pm) and weekends on a rota basis.
About us
West London NHS Trust is one of the most diverse healthcare providers in the UK, delivering a range of mental health and physical healthcare and community services. The Trust runs Broadmoor Hospital, one of three high secure hospitals in the country, with an international reputation.
Our high secure services care for patients from South of England and we provide low and medium secure services across eight London boroughs. The Trust also provides mental and physical healthcare in three London boroughs (Ealing, Hounslow and Hammersmith & Fulham). We employ over 5,000 staff, of whom 59% are BME. Our turnover for 2024-25 is over £500m.
The Trust is rated as 'Good' overallby the Care Quality Commission. Forensic services are rated as 'Outstanding'.
The Trust is an established partner and contributor in the development of the evolving North West London Integrated Care System and the Integrated Care Board. The Trust leads the NW London Children and Adolescent Mental Health provider collaborative.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Candidate Pack provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. Please view as attached
The person specification below is not the full person specification, but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Candidate Pack provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. Please view as attached
The person specification below is not the full person specification, but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ in health or social care (or below essential experience)
Desirable
- Care Certificate for Support Worker
- Foundation Degree in related subject
- Trusted Assessor
Experience
Essential
- Previous work in health or social care setting (or above essential qualifications)
- Experience of working in paid or voluntary employment or community work
Desirable
- Previous role as Rehabilitation Assistant / Health Care / Social Care Assistant
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Able to demonstrate a commitment to the HRCH values (Care Respect, Communication)
- Ability to teach practical skills to clients
- Ability to work single handed with individuals / groups within supported environment
- Observation skills
- Good written and verbal communication
- Positive interpersonal skills
- Ability to work as an effective team member
- Commitment to own development and learning
- Ability to reflect critically and appraise own performance
- Fully licensed car driver or independently able to travel to manage an agreed schedule of community appointments
- Ability to comply with moving and handling regulations
- Ability to work flexible hours including weekends
- Competent IT skills to enable effective documentation
Desirable
- Ability to carry out simple activity of daily living and mobility assessments
- Ability to carry out simple nursing tasks e.g. dressings
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of professional conduct
- Basic understanding of the effects of disability
- Health and safety / risk awareness
- Understanding of concept of enabling clients through the therapy process
Desirable
- Familiar with equipment to assist activities of daily living
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ in health or social care (or below essential experience)
Desirable
- Care Certificate for Support Worker
- Foundation Degree in related subject
- Trusted Assessor
Experience
Essential
- Previous work in health or social care setting (or above essential qualifications)
- Experience of working in paid or voluntary employment or community work
Desirable
- Previous role as Rehabilitation Assistant / Health Care / Social Care Assistant
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Able to demonstrate a commitment to the HRCH values (Care Respect, Communication)
- Ability to teach practical skills to clients
- Ability to work single handed with individuals / groups within supported environment
- Observation skills
- Good written and verbal communication
- Positive interpersonal skills
- Ability to work as an effective team member
- Commitment to own development and learning
- Ability to reflect critically and appraise own performance
- Fully licensed car driver or independently able to travel to manage an agreed schedule of community appointments
- Ability to comply with moving and handling regulations
- Ability to work flexible hours including weekends
- Competent IT skills to enable effective documentation
Desirable
- Ability to carry out simple activity of daily living and mobility assessments
- Ability to carry out simple nursing tasks e.g. dressings
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of professional conduct
- Basic understanding of the effects of disability
- Health and safety / risk awareness
- Understanding of concept of enabling clients through the therapy process
Desirable
- Familiar with equipment to assist activities of daily living
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.
