Job summary
We are looking for current UK Student Nurses and Midwives who are over 6 months into their studies to fill our Bank HCSW shifts.
- Band 3
- Flexible working
- Bank agreement
- Various wards
A variety of shifts are available, covering both day and night duties in different wards and departments.As part of your application, please provide details of how you meet the above criteria, and ensure you provide your university tutor and at least one placement Practice Assessor as your referees (this is mandatory). We will also require any employers over the last 3 years. Failure to provide this information may result in your application being rejected at the shortlisting stage.
Please be aware that this role is not currently eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants should be aware of the requirement to independently obtain ongoing right to work in the UK beyond the expiry of any temporary or time-limited permissions. Evidence of this will need to be shared with the HR Team to ensure our records remain up to date.
Main duties of the job
Are you a Student Nurse or Midwife interested in working Bank Healthcare Support Worker shifts? If so, our Temporary Staffing Department needs you!
We are looking to grow our team of Bank Health Care Support Worker (HCSW's). Working on our bank allows you the flexibility of a zero hours agreement, whilst allowing you to be part of one amazing team. We are looking for current UK Student Nurses or Midwives who are over 6 months into their studies to work Bank HCSW shifts. You will have a choice of preference when booking shifts but will need to be flexible and reallocated to meet the needs of the hospital and to support safe staffing levels.
The role of a Healthcare Support Worker provides direct patient care whilst working alongside a multidisciplinary team.
To excel in this role you will need to have:
- Evidence of current student nurse training
- Completed at least one placement at DCH/an Acute hospital setting.
- Have excellent communication skills and be able to work as part of a team.
- Have an eye for detail and be able to maintain accurate documentation.
- Be flexible and willing to work across a variety of wards within DCHFT.
Please note, to help you succeed in your studies, we would not support you working more than 48 hours per week (including placements and theory). This will be monitored to ensure a healthy work-life balance is maintained throughout your education.
About us
At DCHFT, we pride ourselves on the care we provide for our patients. We work hard to create a fair, inclusive environment for everyone.
Our Mission is to work in partnership to provide high quality, compassionate services and to nurture an environment where people can be at their best.
We are a Trust that celebrates diversity, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from people in all under-represented groups.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Our DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification.
Please contact us at recruitment@dchft.nhs.uk if you are unable to view or download the attachment.
For all our roles, we are looking for workers who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care. To read more about our Trust and our Values search Dorset County Hospital online.
Disclaimer: As a Bank Worker, the nature of your engagement will be seen as on a day-to-day basis. You are entitled to choose whether to accept engagements which will be offered to you. A statement does not constitute a contract of employment, nor is the Trust under any obligation to offer you any engagement or further engagement under these terms. The job description for this Bank role relates to the equivalent substantive position. Whilst engaged by the Trust you would be expected to operate within the requirements of the job description.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Our DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification.
Please contact us at recruitment@dchft.nhs.uk if you are unable to view or download the attachment.
For all our roles, we are looking for workers who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care. To read more about our Trust and our Values search Dorset County Hospital online.
Disclaimer: As a Bank Worker, the nature of your engagement will be seen as on a day-to-day basis. You are entitled to choose whether to accept engagements which will be offered to you. A statement does not constitute a contract of employment, nor is the Trust under any obligation to offer you any engagement or further engagement under these terms. The job description for this Bank role relates to the equivalent substantive position. Whilst engaged by the Trust you would be expected to operate within the requirements of the job description.
Person Specification
EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING
Essential
- Evidence of Secondary Education including English and Maths up to Level 1 or equivalent
Desirable
- Level 2 vocational qualification in health and social care (or willing to complete) or equivalent relevant experience.
SKILLS & ABILITIES
Essential
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively (to understand and be understood)
- Ability to follow clear instruction and feed back to senior staff.
- Ability to work as part of a team, as well as on own initiative
- IT literate
- Courteous, respectful and helpful at all times
- Ability to work effectively as a team player under appropriate supervision, and as part of a multi- disciplinary team
- Manages stress levels effectively
- Able to work in a busy environment and manage own workload
- Be able to speak English as necessary to undertake the role
KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Experience of working in a team under appropriate supervision
- Able to demonstrate an understanding of principles of effective communication and care giving
- Understanding of basic hygiene skills
- Knowledge of when to seek advice and refer to a registered care professional
- Able to listen to advice from colleagues, agree a plan of action and implement
- Understanding of the importance of the promotion of health and well-being
- Awareness of manual handling of patients, using lifting aids
Person Specification
EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING
Essential
- Evidence of Secondary Education including English and Maths up to Level 1 or equivalent
Desirable
- Level 2 vocational qualification in health and social care (or willing to complete) or equivalent relevant experience.
SKILLS & ABILITIES
Essential
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively (to understand and be understood)
- Ability to follow clear instruction and feed back to senior staff.
- Ability to work as part of a team, as well as on own initiative
- IT literate
- Courteous, respectful and helpful at all times
- Ability to work effectively as a team player under appropriate supervision, and as part of a multi- disciplinary team
- Manages stress levels effectively
- Able to work in a busy environment and manage own workload
- Be able to speak English as necessary to undertake the role
KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Experience of working in a team under appropriate supervision
- Able to demonstrate an understanding of principles of effective communication and care giving
- Understanding of basic hygiene skills
- Knowledge of when to seek advice and refer to a registered care professional
- Able to listen to advice from colleagues, agree a plan of action and implement
- Understanding of the importance of the promotion of health and well-being
- Awareness of manual handling of patients, using lifting aids
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.
