Care Support Worker - Bank - Maidstone

Job summary

Bank Care Support Worker

Location: KIMS Hospital, Maidstone

Contract: Bank, Zero Hours 

Shifts: 12.0 - 12.5 hour shifts covering days and nights Monday - Sunday.

Hourly Rate: £13.20 per hour plus holiday pay

Are you an experienced Health Care Assistant or Support Worker with a desire to provide exceptional patient care in a hospital setting?  Would you like to develop your career your way with a work life balance that suits you?

We have a rare opportunity for an experienced healthcare assistant to join our surgical inpatients team on the bank.  As a Care Support Worker, you will monitor patients’ conditions pre and post surgery, escalating to the nursing staff where necessary.

You will be a strong and motivated individual who is patient focused, with a desire and proven ability to deliver healthcare at its best.

This role is suitable for anyone has previously worked in an acute health care setting as a Care Support Worker, Health Care Assistant, Clinical Support Worker, Imaging Assistant or Nursing Assistant. Experience in a hospital environment is advantageous but not essential.

Main duties of the job

Role Responsibilities

As a Care Support Worker, you will:

• Always demonstrate good clinical practice and be accountable for own actions.
• Monitor patient’s observations in line with national standards throughout a patient journey.
• Chaperone patients when required.
• Be willing to undertake phlebotomy when appropriately trained.
• Ensure that your own professional development is maintained and enhanced.

About us

KIMS Hospital Bank Workers Enjoy the Following Benefits:

At KIMS, we believe our people are our greatest asset, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package to support your emotional, financial, and physical well-being, including:

• Competitive Hourly Rate + Holiday Pay 
• Free Staff Car Parking
• Pension Scheme
• Annual Flu Vaccination
• Free Eye Test

If you have any queries regarding this vacancy or would like to discuss the role further, Diane would be happy to assist. Please contact her on 01622 237634 or email recruitment@kims.org.uk.

At KIMS Hospital we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive working environment. We strive to create a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and are proud to be an equal opportunities employer.