Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Healthcare Assistant

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Job summary

A full-time post has become available for a Healthcare Assistant on ward 15a. Ward 15a is a Urology/ Gynaecology ward, caring for post operative and emergency admission patients. We are committed to delivering the highest standards of care, so what we ask in return is that you have a willingness to learn and have a clear understanding of the expectations of the role. We are looking for an enthusiastic team player who has excellent communication skills and is committed to helping to deliver first class care. The post is fully rotational so in turn we need you to be flexible and reliable

Main duties of the job

To work as part of a team on the ward, as well as part of the wider multidisciplinary teams, to deliver the highest standards of care to all patients. Ensuring all individuals needs are met, whilst maintaining safety and quality.

About us

Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is ideally situated just a forty five minute drive from Manchester. The Trust provides services to the 440,000 residents of Blackpool, Fylde & Wyre and North Lancashire, as well as specialist tertiary care for Cardiac and Haematology patients.

As one of the United Kingdom's largest coastal resort, Blackpool has plenty to offer its residents -it's not just a good place to work; it's a great place to live. In addition to its bustling centre and historic seafront, the town is world famous for its many attractions, including the famous Blackpool Tower. Blackpool also offers a number of scenic cycling routes round our local parks and across the surrounding countryside, as well as boasting panoramic views of the coast on its picturesque Promenade. Further afield, Blackpool also benefits from less than three-hour connections via rail to Edinburgh in the north and London in the south.

Details

Date posted

07 August 2023

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£22,383 a year PA

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

382-SACT113-23

Job locations

Blackpool Victoria Hospital

Whinney Heys Road

Blackpool

FY3 8NR


Job description

Job responsibilities

A full-time post has become available for a Healthcare Assistant on ward 15a. Ward 15a is a Urology/ Gynaecology ward, caring for post operative and emergency admission patients. We are committed to delivering the highest standards of care, so what we ask in return is that you have a willingness to learn and have a clear understanding of the expectations of the role. We are looking for an enthusiastic team player who has excellent communication skills and is committed to helping to deliver first class care. The post is fully rotational so in turn we need you to be flexible and reliable

Job description

Job responsibilities

A full-time post has become available for a Healthcare Assistant on ward 15a. Ward 15a is a Urology/ Gynaecology ward, caring for post operative and emergency admission patients. We are committed to delivering the highest standards of care, so what we ask in return is that you have a willingness to learn and have a clear understanding of the expectations of the role. We are looking for an enthusiastic team player who has excellent communication skills and is committed to helping to deliver first class care. The post is fully rotational so in turn we need you to be flexible and reliable

Person Specification

Application Form

Essential

  • Willingness & ability to undertake NVQ Level 2

Desirable

  • NVQ Level 2

Application Form and Interview

Essential

  • Ability to communicate in a variety of settings with patients of varying levels of understanding.
  • Ability to communicate effectively in English

Desirable

  • Experience as a Healthcare Assistant
  • Basic understanding of NHS issues.

Application Form and Interview

Essential

  • Ability to develop effective interpersonal relationships with colleagues in the healthcare setting.

Desirable

  • An understanding of organisation of nursing care.
Person Specification

Application Form

Essential

  • Willingness & ability to undertake NVQ Level 2

Desirable

  • NVQ Level 2

Application Form and Interview

Essential

  • Ability to communicate in a variety of settings with patients of varying levels of understanding.
  • Ability to communicate effectively in English

Desirable

  • Experience as a Healthcare Assistant
  • Basic understanding of NHS issues.

Application Form and Interview

Essential

  • Ability to develop effective interpersonal relationships with colleagues in the healthcare setting.

Desirable

  • An understanding of organisation of nursing care.

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

Employer details

Employer name

Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Blackpool Victoria Hospital

Whinney Heys Road

Blackpool

FY3 8NR


Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Blackpool Victoria Hospital

Whinney Heys Road

Blackpool

FY3 8NR


Employer's website

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

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Ward Manager

Suzanne Churchill

Suzanne.churchill1@nhs.net

01253953415

Details

Date posted

07 August 2023

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£22,383 a year PA

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

382-SACT113-23

Job locations

Blackpool Victoria Hospital

Whinney Heys Road

Blackpool

FY3 8NR


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