Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Health Care Support Worker

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Job summary

We have opportunities for Healthcare Support Workers to join our friendly inpatient wards at Lymington New Forest Hospital.

We are recruiting highly motivated, enthusiastic and flexible individuals who are committed to providing care and assistance to our patients. These roles are suited to individuals who want to be part of a supportive and thriving team, to help patients to regain independence.

Previous care experience preferred but not essential.

We can offer opportunities to develop your knowledge and skills and long-term career goals. You will have opportunities to work alongside our multi-disciplinary teams to support patient discharge.

Longbeech and Wilverley -- Medical wards

Dearleap and Longbeech 2 -- Rehabilitation wards

Medical Assessment Unit

Free car parking is available on the hospital site.

Lymington Hospital is part of Hampshire and Isle and Wight Healthcare NHS Trust. Our aim is to provide high quality, safe services which improve the health, wellbeing and independence of the people we care for. You will feel a real sense of achievement and that your work makes a difference to local people's lives.

If you are interested in working at Lymington Hospital and joining our dedicated teams, please apply today!

If you would like more details, please contact our team who would be happy to talk to you - synergy@southernhealth.nhs.uk

Shift patterns for these posts will be a combined mix of days and nights and enhanced rates of pay will be offered.

Main duties of the job

1.Adhere to policies and procedures and contribute to their development.

2.Ensure employment of effective risk management

3.Assist in the implementation of evidence-based care in the ward/department.

4.Support the unit manager in meeting aims and objectives.

5.Identify any changes to working practice that would enhance the care of patients and report to the senior nurse.

6.Understand the importance of and maintain privacy and dignity and choice for patients at all times.

7.Understand the importance of disclaimer forms and the handling of patient's valuables.

8.Understand the need for effective communication and carry this out effectively ensuring qualified nursing staff are informed of any changes in the condition of circumstances of the patient.

9.Participate in service development as requested.

10.Maintain and clean equipment as necessary, accessing systems in place for equipment repairs etc.

11.Ensuring stores and nursing documentation are stored appropriately and kept topped up.

About us

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a newly established organisation, bringing together expertise from across mental health, learning disabilities, community, and physical health services. We are dedicated to delivering compassionate, high-quality, and accessible care to the diverse communities of Hampshire and the Isle of Wight.

With over 13,000 dedicated staff working across more than 300 sites, we place patients and staff at the centre of everything we do. Our goal is to create an integrated healthcare system that improves accessibility and ensures more consistent care for patients. By working together, we aim to improve patient outcomes, drive innovation, and meet the unique needs of the populations we serve.

Our Trust unites services from Southern Health, Solent NHS Trust, Isle of Wight NHS Trusts community and mental health teams, as well as Hampshire CAMHS, originally part of Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust. This transformation enables us to deliver more seamless care across the region, ensuring that patients receive the right support, in the right place, at the right time.

Join us as we embark on this exciting journey to shape the future of healthcare across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. We are deeply committed to our CARE values of compassion, accountability, respect, and excellence, and offer outstanding opportunities for career development, training, and collaborative working.

Details

Date posted

14 February 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£23,615 to £23,615 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

348-SW-7422

Job locations

Lymington New Forest Hospital

Wellworthy Road

Lymington

Hampshire

SO41 8QD


Job description

Job responsibilities

Further information about the Trust and this role can be found on the Job Description and Person Specification document attached. It is important to us that we ensure our recruitment processes are accessible and inclusive to everyone - if as a potential candidate you are concerned a person specification may prevent or restrict your application for employment as a result of unintentional barriers on the grounds of your sex, race, age, sexual orientation, religion/belief or disability please initially contact the Trust's Recruitment team - detailed in the advert. The Trust will seek to resolve this issue wherever possible.

We are happy to talk Flexible Working - all requests for flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Further information about the Trust and this role can be found on the Job Description and Person Specification document attached. It is important to us that we ensure our recruitment processes are accessible and inclusive to everyone - if as a potential candidate you are concerned a person specification may prevent or restrict your application for employment as a result of unintentional barriers on the grounds of your sex, race, age, sexual orientation, religion/belief or disability please initially contact the Trust's Recruitment team - detailed in the advert. The Trust will seek to resolve this issue wherever possible.

We are happy to talk Flexible Working - all requests for flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Willing to undertake the Care certificate or NVQ 2 in health.
  • Educated to NVQ 2.
  • A desire to progress career.

Experience

Essential

  • 1. Previous experience caring for individuals and an understanding of their needs.
  • 2. Ability to follow instructions and use initiative within sphere of responsibility.
  • 3. Good communication skills
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Willing to undertake the Care certificate or NVQ 2 in health.
  • Educated to NVQ 2.
  • A desire to progress career.

Experience

Essential

  • 1. Previous experience caring for individuals and an understanding of their needs.
  • 2. Ability to follow instructions and use initiative within sphere of responsibility.
  • 3. Good communication 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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information

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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Lymington New Forest Hospital

Wellworthy Road

Lymington

Hampshire

SO41 8QD


Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Lymington New Forest Hospital

Wellworthy Road

Lymington

Hampshire

SO41 8QD


Employer's website

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

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Hiring Manager

Ysabel De La Cruz, vicky Gardiner

anaysabel.delacruz@southernhealth.nhs.uk

Details

Date posted

14 February 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£23,615 to £23,615 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

348-SW-7422

Job locations

Lymington New Forest Hospital

Wellworthy Road

Lymington

Hampshire

SO41 8QD


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