Job summary
An
exciting opportunity has arisen for ten Band 2 Clinical Support Workers to join
our dedicated nursing team on Beckett Wing Wards part of the Speciality and
Integrated Medicine Clinical Service Unit (SIM). Becket wing wards has maximum
of 30-beds medical base ward, specialising in general medicine and elderly
care. We provide care for adults aged 65 and above, Due to the wide range of
complex care needs we support, we are seeking highly motivated and dynamic
individuals who are committed to delivering person-centred care while upholding
the highest standards of safety, dignity, and compassion. We are looking for
enthusiastic and caring Clinical Support Workers with a genuine passion for
working with medical patients. The ideal candidates will consistently strive to
deliver high-quality, safe care, demonstrate strong communication and teamwork
skills, show a willingness to learn, and take a proactive approach to
supporting both patients and colleagues. Patient experience and safety underpin
all aspects of this role. Successful applicants will be expected to contribute
positively to our team culture and the day to day running of the wards.
If
you would like further information or wish to arrange an informal visit to the
ward, please contact: Juliet Nyandoro email Juliet.nyandro@nhs.net
Extension 2069132 or Lelanie Abellera, email: l.abelera@nhs.net, ext 2069134.
Main duties of the job
The jobholder will be actively involved in
providing direct and indirect compassionate care for patients in support of and
supervised by a registered practitioner. The jobholder will assist in the
overall implementation of care as part of the multi professional team. The
jobholder is expected to deliver and maintain high standards of acute and
planned care. The jobholder will be skilled in taking appropriate action(s) to
achieve the planned outcome. The jobholder will contribute to the maintenance
of an environment for effective care. The jobholder will be expected to
practice in accordance with Leeds Teaching Hospital NHS Trust (LTHT) policies,
guidelines, standards and statutory requirements and operate within defined
competency boundaries. The jobholder will work within a ward or clinical
department.
About us
Leeds
Teaching Hospitals is committed to our process of redeploying 'at risk' members
of our existing workforce to new roles. As such, all our job adverts are
subject to this policy and we reserve the right to close, delay or remove
adverts while this process is completed. If you do experience a delay in the
shortlisting stage of the recruitment cycle, please bear with us while this
process is completed, and contact the named if you have any question.
Leeds Teaching Hospitals is committed to our process
of redeploying 'at risk' members of our existing workforce to new roles. As
such, all our job adverts are subject to this policy and we reserve the right
to close, delay or remove adverts while this process is completed. If you do
experience a delay in the shortlisting stage of the recruitment cycle, please
bear with us while this process is completed, and contact the named contact if
you have any questions
Job description
Job responsibilities
The jobholder will be actively involved in
providing direct and indirect compassionate care for patients in support of and
supervised by a registered practitioner. The jobholder will assist in the
overall implementation of care as part of the multi professional team. The
jobholder is expected to deliver and maintain high standards of acute and
planned care. The jobholder will be skilled in taking appropriate action(s) to
achieve the planned outcome. The jobholder will contribute to the maintenance
of an environment for effective care. The jobholder will be expected to
practice in accordance with Leeds Teaching Hospital NHS Trust (LTHT) policies,
guidelines, standards and statutory requirements and operate within defined
competency boundaries. The jobholder will work within a ward or clinical
department.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The jobholder will be actively involved in
providing direct and indirect compassionate care for patients in support of and
supervised by a registered practitioner. The jobholder will assist in the
overall implementation of care as part of the multi professional team. The
jobholder is expected to deliver and maintain high standards of acute and
planned care. The jobholder will be skilled in taking appropriate action(s) to
achieve the planned outcome. The jobholder will contribute to the maintenance
of an environment for effective care. The jobholder will be expected to
practice in accordance with Leeds Teaching Hospital NHS Trust (LTHT) policies,
guidelines, standards and statutory requirements and operate within defined
competency boundaries. The jobholder will work within a ward or clinical
department.
Person Specification
Skills & behaviours
Essential
- Caring and motivated
- Compassionate
- Courageous
- Reliable and trustworthy
- Interpersonal skills, confident and enthusiastic
- Willingness to learn and develop their role
Other criteria
Essential
- Good interpersonal skills
- Competent in written, electronic and verbal communication skills
- Team working
- Able to fulfil Occupational Health requirements for the post (with reasonable adjustments if necessary), including clearance on blood borne viruses in compliance with Trust Policy
- Ability to travel in between Trust premises and patient homes for posts that involve community visits
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ 2 in Health and Social Care, Level 2 Diploma in Healthcare Support or equivalent health care related qualification
- The Care Certificate or in the absence of this the applicant must successfully attain the Care Certificate within the first 3 months of employment.
- Commitment to undergo training and education as required
Desirable
- Basic skills Maths and English Level 1 (equivalent of GCSE 1-9 (A*-G))
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience of working within a healthcare setting delivering clinical and or personal care
- Insight into roles responsibilities of post
- Basic IT skills
Person Specification
Skills & behaviours
Essential
- Caring and motivated
- Compassionate
- Courageous
- Reliable and trustworthy
- Interpersonal skills, confident and enthusiastic
- Willingness to learn and develop their role
Other criteria
Essential
- Good interpersonal skills
- Competent in written, electronic and verbal communication skills
- Team working
- Able to fulfil Occupational Health requirements for the post (with reasonable adjustments if necessary), including clearance on blood borne viruses in compliance with Trust Policy
- Ability to travel in between Trust premises and patient homes for posts that involve community visits
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ 2 in Health and Social Care, Level 2 Diploma in Healthcare Support or equivalent health care related qualification
- The Care Certificate or in the absence of this the applicant must successfully attain the Care Certificate within the first 3 months of employment.
- Commitment to undergo training and education as required
Desirable
- Basic skills Maths and English Level 1 (equivalent of GCSE 1-9 (A*-G))
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience of working within a healthcare setting delivering clinical and or personal care
- Insight into roles responsibilities of post
- Basic IT skills
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.
