Job summary
Health Care Support Worker - Holywell Neurological Rehabilitation Unit at CLCH.
You will be a part of an integral multi-disciplinary team, working collaboratively with services locally and regionally to provide a high standard of patient neurological rehabilitation care and ensure an excellent patient journey through our services and beyond.
There will be opportunities to further develop your skills and complete the relevant training to support with the smooth running of the department.
The Neuro Rehabilitation Nursing team is a progressive force that operates in Holywell Neurological Rehabilitation Unit in Langley House.
Main duties of the job
To assist in the delivery of clinical care, planned and assessed by the Registered Nurses.
To carry out care/other duties under indirect supervision of a Registered Nurse and/or Senior Health Care Assistant.
Support care on a day-to-day basis for all patients in the clinical area in a manner sensitive to the individual client's needs and wishes, always acknowledging their rights and beliefs.
Contribute to resource management within the clinical area.
About us
Just as we care about our patients' well-being, we care about yours!
We can offer you:
- A comprehensive induction into the community service followed by a local induction to introduce you to the role
- Car lease scheme(only available for Band 5 and up)
- Flexible working options
- Annual travel card loan
- Training, support and development in your career
To have a full look at our benefits and what it's like working for us please go here: https://www.clch.nhs.uk/job/pay-and-benefits
Job description
Job responsibilities
**Please refer to job description, person specification and trust values, for outline of skills, knowledge and experience required.**
Job description
Job responsibilities
**Please refer to job description, person specification and trust values, for outline of skills, knowledge and experience required.**
Person Specification
Education/Qualification
Essential
- Willing to participate in any relevant training/qualification identified to develop skills required to carry out duties.
- Care qualification to NVQ 3 or equivalent experience.
- GCSE English and Maths grade 9-4 or equivalent.
Desirable
- Higher Professional Diploma in Health and Wellbeing (NVQ/QCF - Level 3) or a recognised equivalent course
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of NHS
- Demonstrate an acceptable level of numeracy and literacy.
- An awareness of risk management.
- Knowledge of the effects of the ageing process and needs of vulnerable adults in relation to their health and well-being.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to build effective relationships.
- Ability to work in a team and to supervise the work of others.
- Ability to analyse, interpret and record data in a clear, and succinct manner.
- Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills.
- Effective interpersonal, influencing and negotiating skills.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a health or social care setting
- Experience of working as part of a team
- Experience with the use of Microsoft Office and a variety of databases.
Desirable
- Experience of working as part of a team
- Experience with the NHS patient information database (SystmOne)
Person Specification
Education/Qualification
Essential
- Willing to participate in any relevant training/qualification identified to develop skills required to carry out duties.
- Care qualification to NVQ 3 or equivalent experience.
- GCSE English and Maths grade 9-4 or equivalent.
Desirable
- Higher Professional Diploma in Health and Wellbeing (NVQ/QCF - Level 3) or a recognised equivalent course
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of NHS
- Demonstrate an acceptable level of numeracy and literacy.
- An awareness of risk management.
- Knowledge of the effects of the ageing process and needs of vulnerable adults in relation to their health and well-being.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to build effective relationships.
- Ability to work in a team and to supervise the work of others.
- Ability to analyse, interpret and record data in a clear, and succinct manner.
- Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills.
- Effective interpersonal, influencing and negotiating skills.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a health or social care setting
- Experience of working as part of a team
- Experience with the use of Microsoft Office and a variety of databases.
Desirable
- Experience of working as part of a team
- Experience with the NHS patient information database (SystmOne)
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.
Employer details
Employer name
Central London Community Health Trust
Address
Holywell Neurological Rehabilitation Unit
698 St Albans Road
Watford
WD25 9FG
Employer's website
https://clch.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
