Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust

Healthcare Assistant - Paediatric Ward

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Job summary

We are seeking dynamic and committed Health Care Assistants to join our paediatric team looking after children and young people in our Paediatric ward.

Willow ward is a 22-26 bedded general paediatric ward that takes children from 0-16 with a variety on medical surgical and orthopaedic conditions.

Main duties of the job

This is an opportunity for Band 3 Health Care Assistants to join our team, providing clinical and administrative support to the nursing and medical teams. You will be working day and night shifts. The successful applicant will need to have:

A commitment to caring for sick children and young people, and supporting the nursing and medical teams

Previous experience of working with children or babies.

Commitment to continuing your own personal professional development

The ability to work day shifts, weekends and Bank Holidays

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent, or be willing to undertake

If you would like to know more about this vacancy or wish to apply, please contact Nicole Cullis Lynch (Senior Sister) on 01322 428699

Working days and or shift patterns will be agreed by the line manager to meet the needs of the service.

About us

We are committed to being an inclusive and diverse employer. We strive to employ people who reflect the communities we serve, and aim to create an inclusive culture where everyone can reach their full potential. Whatever your race, ethnicity, belief, generation, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, disability or experience, you'll appreciate the opportunities we give you to work in an inclusive atmosphere. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences to build on the progress we've achieved to make our Trust diverse and the best place to work. We celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that help us overcome challenges and embrace new possibilities. We have signed the Armed Forces Covenant Pledge and have a commitment to the Armed Forces Community.

If you are considering applying for a role, please be aware that as an NHS Employee you may have contact with vulnerable service users. We strongly encourage that all our staff are vaccinated against COVID-19 and are vaccinated annually against Flu, in order to protect the health and safety of our staff and patients. Your commitment will help us to put the safety and care of our patients first, as well as helping us to protect you and your colleagues.

Date posted

16 May 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£24,008 to £25,553 a year per annum (pro rata for time) inclusive of allowances

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

252-6290576

Job locations

Darent Valley Hospital

Darenth Wood Road

Dartford

DA2 8DA

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical responsibilities:

Assists in the holistic care of the child under the supervision of a registered nurse, including allocation of children and babies

Gives and maintains a high standard of patient care at all times, ensuring the dignity and self-esteem of the child and family is preserved

Professional responsibilities:

Gives assistance and supervision to newly appointed staff, as guided by a registered nurse

Promotes and maintains a professional appearance and manner at all times in accordance with Trust policy

General responsibilities:

To adhere to all Trust agreed policies and procedures

To promote and develop the equality of opportunity in accordance with the Trusts Equal Opportunities Policy

Please see attached job description for further information.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical responsibilities:

Assists in the holistic care of the child under the supervision of a registered nurse, including allocation of children and babies

Gives and maintains a high standard of patient care at all times, ensuring the dignity and self-esteem of the child and family is preserved

Professional responsibilities:

Gives assistance and supervision to newly appointed staff, as guided by a registered nurse

Promotes and maintains a professional appearance and manner at all times in accordance with Trust policy

General responsibilities:

To adhere to all Trust agreed policies and procedures

To promote and develop the equality of opportunity in accordance with the Trusts Equal Opportunities Policy

Please see attached job description for further information.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

Experience of working in a care setting with children
Knowledge of Child Protection

Desirable

Experience of working as a Health care assistant with children

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

Good communicator both written and verbally
Able to maintain confidentiality
Has commitment
Ability to prioritise
Ability to work under pressure
Innovative
Ability to work as part of a team and on own

Desirable

Computer skills

Education

Essential

Good standard of general education and English.
NVQ level 3 in child related subject or Nursery Nurse qualification
Vision of career plan in relation to education

Desirable

Evidence of further study, or desire to study
Cannulation skills

Personal Attributes

Essential

Flexible in working patterns and shifts as required
Enthusiastic
Approachable
Self awareness to recognize own limitations and seek support and advice when needed
Adaptable

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

Experience of working in a care setting with children
Knowledge of Child Protection

Desirable

Experience of working as a Health care assistant with children

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

Good communicator both written and verbally
Able to maintain confidentiality
Has commitment
Ability to prioritise
Ability to work under pressure
Innovative
Ability to work as part of a team and on own

Desirable

Computer skills

Education

Essential

Good standard of general education and English.
NVQ level 3 in child related subject or Nursery Nurse qualification
Vision of career plan in relation to education

Desirable

Evidence of further study, or desire to study
Cannulation skills

Personal Attributes

Essential

Flexible in working patterns and shifts as required
Enthusiastic
Approachable
Self awareness to recognize own limitations and seek support and advice when needed
Adaptable

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

Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust

Address

Darent Valley Hospital

Darenth Wood Road

Dartford

DA2 8DA

Employer's website

https://www.dgt.nhs.uk/working-for-us (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust

Address

Darent Valley Hospital

Darenth Wood Road

Dartford

DA2 8DA

Employer's website

https://www.dgt.nhs.uk/working-for-us (Opens in a new tab)