Job summary
East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust is looking to recruit 20 + new to care Healthcare support workers either in an acute setting in Eastbourne DGH or in people's own homes in the community.
Healthcare assistants are responsible for providing a range of personalised care for patients in support of and supervised by a registered Nurse.
These vacancies are open to individuals who,
- have never worked in Healthcare (in the NHS) but are interested in a change of career
- have a genuine desire to work in a healthcare setting
- have previous work experience and can demonstrate transferable skills
- are able to commit to a full week fast track training programme at the start of their employment
- are willing to be allocated to work at any of our Acute and community settings
- are able to work flexibly (across a range of shifts) to meet the needs of our services, including days, nights and weekends.
- are capable of successfully completing the mandatory Care Certificate training.
Preference will be given to applicants who have level 2 qualifications in English and Maths, although support to study these may be given for excellent candidates.
It is important that you explain how you meet the above requirements in your personal statement as part of your application for these posts.
Interviews will be held every week.
Main duties of the job
Healthcare assistants are responsible for providing a range of personalised care for patients in support of and supervised by a registered Nurse or Senior Integrated Support Worker in the community .
They support the effective operation of the ward and community home based environment by undertaking a range of non-clinical activities which contribute to a comfortable and stress-free experience for patients and the maintenance of a safe and clean environment.
About us
We are proud to provide 'Outstanding' care and be a great place to work
We provide safe, compassionate and high quality care to half a million people living or visiting East Sussex. We are one of the largest organisations in East Sussex, the only integrated provider of acute and community care in Sussex. Our extensive services are provided by 7000 + members of staff working from acute hospitals in Hastings and Eastbourne, three community hospitals in Bexhill, Rye and Uckfield, over 100 community sites and in people's own homes.
In 2020 the Care Quality Commission rated us as 'Good' overall, and 'Outstanding' for being caring and effective. The Conquest Hospital and our Community Services are rated 'Outstanding'. Eastbourne DGH rated 'Good'.
In 2020, the Trust launched its ambitious 'Building for our Future' programme. This once in a lifetime programme aims to repair, redevelop and expand our hospitals, transforming the environment in which we provide care for generations to come.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the job description attached.
Shortlisted applicants will be invited to attend an open event at the Trust to learn more about the role of the New to Care support worker.
If you have any questions about this position please do not hesitate to contact us.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the job description attached.
Shortlisted applicants will be invited to attend an open event at the Trust to learn more about the role of the New to Care support worker.
If you have any questions about this position please do not hesitate to contact us.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Good level of general education
- Willingness and ability to successfully complete Care Certificate within 3 months of appointment
- Commitment to undertake training, education and assessment as required
Desirable
- English and Maths qualifications at level 2 or equivalent
- Care Certificate
- NVQ level 2 qualification in relevant subject
Experience
Essential
- Previous work experience
- Demonstrable experience of managing competing demands
Desirable
- Work experience in a customer facing / care environment
- Experience of providing care formally / informally
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Essential
- Ability to work under instruction from a Registered Practitioner with direct supervision and support
- Basic IT Skills
- Ability to provide basic written reports following care giving episode/event
- Ability to use basic physiological recording equipment and accurately record findings
- Ability to demonstrate care and compassion and commitment to/for patients and carers
- Ability to demonstrate a clear desire to work in NHS
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Good level of general education
- Willingness and ability to successfully complete Care Certificate within 3 months of appointment
- Commitment to undertake training, education and assessment as required
Desirable
- English and Maths qualifications at level 2 or equivalent
- Care Certificate
- NVQ level 2 qualification in relevant subject
Experience
Essential
- Previous work experience
- Demonstrable experience of managing competing demands
Desirable
- Work experience in a customer facing / care environment
- Experience of providing care formally / informally
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Essential
- Ability to work under instruction from a Registered Practitioner with direct supervision and support
- Basic IT Skills
- Ability to provide basic written reports following care giving episode/event
- Ability to use basic physiological recording equipment and accurately record findings
- Ability to demonstrate care and compassion and commitment to/for patients and carers
- Ability to demonstrate a clear desire to work in NHS
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
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).
