Job summary
Caring and compassionate Healthcare Assistants - Would you like to work in an outstanding acute NHS trust that truly values their staff? Are you looking for stability, career satisfaction and development? Would you like to work at an NHS trust that is committed to ensuring your ongoing development and training of a wide range of clinical skills and knowledge?
We are currently looking to fill various Full and Part-time HCA positions within a number of inpatient wards across all divisions (Medicine / Surgery / Diagnostics and Specialties) at both Cheltenham General and Gloucester Royal.
Please note, this is not suitable for those solely wanting to work on the Bank, these are substantive full or part time roles.
If you have previously applied and been unsuccessful in the last 6 months, please do not re-apply.
Main duties of the job
While it is desirable that candidates have at least 6-12 months recent care experience and have completed the Care certificate, previous care experience is not essential, and training can absolutely be provided for the right candidates, so if you have the qualities we're looking for and share our values, please do still get in touch!
If you are looking for a career change or have some questions about a move into the care sector, we encourage you to watch our New to Care HCA Webinar on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zVOzYA94hIQ
You will play an essential role in supporting the delivery of the highest standard of quality care to our patients, working alongside registered nurses and other healthcare professionals.
Your role will include a wide range of tasks, from providing personal care to undertaking clinical observations.
You will be required to follow rigorous policies such as infection control and manual handling policies. In addition you will be providing emotional and practical support to patient & their families
About us
You will also receive a generous annual leave allowance, access to the excellent NHS Pension Scheme, discounts for local shops, restaurants and services, access to our two on-site nurseries, flexible working options, discounted public transport, social and sports clubs with regular events, and acknowledgement for the work you do as part of our reward and recognition schemes.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Working within the multidisciplinary team supporting the delivery of assessed and evaluated programmes of care.
- To adhere to all Trust policies and procedures.
- To communicate effectively, especially where patient ability to do so is compromised. On occasions, the job holder may be exposed to distressing or emotional circumstances.
- Maintain discretion and understanding of confidentiality and data protection.
- Support individuals with all aspects of care including daily living, providing person-centred care
- Perform and record clinical observations with competency including blood pressure, temperature, respirations and pulse.
- Accurately record nutritional and fluid intake.
- Ensure the privacy, dignity and safety of individuals is maintained at all times.
- Recognise issues relating to safeguarding vulnerable children and adults and report any problems or raise concerns to the appropriate Registered Care professionals.
- Demonstrate the ability to recognise changing priorities, seeking advice and guidance from the Registered Nurse or other registered care professionals as appropriate.Communications
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Working within the multidisciplinary team supporting the delivery of assessed and evaluated programmes of care.
- To adhere to all Trust policies and procedures.
- To communicate effectively, especially where patient ability to do so is compromised. On occasions, the job holder may be exposed to distressing or emotional circumstances.
- Maintain discretion and understanding of confidentiality and data protection.
- Support individuals with all aspects of care including daily living, providing person-centred care
- Perform and record clinical observations with competency including blood pressure, temperature, respirations and pulse.
- Accurately record nutritional and fluid intake.
- Ensure the privacy, dignity and safety of individuals is maintained at all times.
- Recognise issues relating to safeguarding vulnerable children and adults and report any problems or raise concerns to the appropriate Registered Care professionals.
- Demonstrate the ability to recognise changing priorities, seeking advice and guidance from the Registered Nurse or other registered care professionals as appropriate.Communications
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Certificate in Adult Literacy and Numeracy or equivalent ie. GCSE Maths & English
Desirable
- The Care Certificate or equivalent induction training
Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- Knowledge of basic nursing and personal care.
- Appropriate verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work effectively as a team member and as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
Experience
Desirable
- 6 - 12 months of recent care experience in a similar healthcare setting
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Certificate in Adult Literacy and Numeracy or equivalent ie. GCSE Maths & English
Desirable
- The Care Certificate or equivalent induction training
Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- Knowledge of basic nursing and personal care.
- Appropriate verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work effectively as a team member and as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
Experience
Desirable
- 6 - 12 months of recent care experience in a similar healthcare setting
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.
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
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).
