210178 Healthcare Support Worker

NHS Scotland; Dumfries; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

NHS Scotland is seeking an enthusiastic Band 3 SHCSW for Midpark Hospital, a mental health facility. The role involves providing clinical care under supervision, ensuring high standards of patient care. Ideal candidates will possess excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a clinical team. This position requires flexibility to work various shifts, including weekends, adhering to NHS standards.

Benefits

Free parking

Qualifications

• Ability to work effectively within a clinical team.
• Demonstrate clinical skills and leadership.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical care under supervision.
• Ensure high standards to enhance patient care.

Skills

Communication

Clinical Skills

Leadership

Facilitating Learning

Service Improvement

Job description

The opportunity has arisen for an innovative and enthusiastic Band 3 SHCSW to join Midpark Hospital.

About Midpark Hospital

Midpark Hospital is an 81-bedded Mental Health Hospital.

Role Responsibilities

The post involves working under the supervision of a registered care professional and other MDT members to provide clinical care, ensuring high standards are maintained to enhance patient care.

Skills and Requirements

Excellent communication skills are essential. You must demonstrate the ability to work effectively within a clinical team to support safe and effective care.

Work Schedule and Standards

You will be expected to work various shifts over 24 hours, including weekends, adhering to HCSW Standards & Code of Conduct aligned with the NHS Education for Scotland HCSW Framework, demonstrating Clinical Skills, Leadership, Facilitating Learning, and Service Improvement.

Additional Information

For informal enquiries, please contact [e-mail].

Further Details

To learn more about working with NHS Dumfries and Galloway and to get an insight into our friendly, beautiful corner of Scotland, visit our Work With Us web pages.

Important Notes

• NHS Scotland is reducing their full-time working week from 37.5 to 37 hours starting 1 April 2024, with no change in pay. This may temporarily require working up to an additional 30 minutes per week until rostering is adjusted.
• Application process details are available at https://www.careers.nhs.scot/how-to-apply/application-process/.
• Ensure your email address is accurate for correspondence. Check your email regularly, including junk folders.
• Do not upload a CV; only complete the application form. Changes cannot be made after submission.
• Applications close at midnight on the specified date.
• Staff should update their Jobtrain profile to reflect NHS Dumfries and Galloway employment.
• Parking is free and unlimited at all hospital sites.

Equality and Diversity

NHS Dumfries and Galloway promotes equality and diversity, encouraging applicants from all community sections.

Public Protection

Our practices include managing risks to prevent harm, grounded in relevant legislation and policies based on international conventions.

Right to Work and Registration

We verify the right to work in the UK for all employees. Sponsorship is not available for bank contracts. International nurses must hold full UK registration with the appropriate council.