Compassionate Home Care Assistant – Hospital at Home

NHS National Services Scotland; Glasgow; Sur place; GBP 21 000 - 27 000; Temps partiel

Avantages offerts par ce poste

NHS Pension Scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Learning and development opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme

Résumé du poste

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is recruiting a Health Care Support Worker for the Hospital at Home service in Glasgow. The role involves delivering hands-on care and delegated clinical tasks in patients' homes, contributing to admission avoidance and early discharge.

Fixed term until 31 March 2027, part-time, based at Borron Street, Glasgow with rosted shifts 8:00–17:00. Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel are required.

Qualifications

• SVQ Level 3 in Healthcare or equivalent experience or willingness to work towards this
• Experience of delivering care in a health or social care setting
• Ability to work independently and confidently as a lone worker
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, both written and verbal
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across a wide geographical area
• Understanding of patient confidentiality, safety procedures, and professional boundaries
• Ability to respond calmly in challenging or emergencies and follow clinical guidance

Responsabilités

• Deliver hands-on personal care, including hygiene, toileting, and support with daily living activities
• Undertake delegated clinical tasks such as observations, simple dressings, specimen collection, and eye care
• Support patients with complex care needs within their home environment
• Recognise changes in patient condition and escalate concerns promptly to registered staff
• Maintain accurate patient records and ensure confidentiality at all times
• Assist with stock control, equipment use, and general support of the nursing team
• Build compassionate relationships with patients, families, and multidisciplinary teams

Connaissances

SVQ Level 3

Care experience

Independent worker

Communication skills

Driving licence

Description du poste

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is recruiting a Health Care Support Worker for the Hospital at Home service in Glasgow. The role involves delivering hands-on care and delegated clinical tasks in patients' homes, contributing to admission avoidance and early discharge.

Fixed term until 31 March 2027, part-time, based at Borron Street, Glasgow with rosted shifts 8:00–17:00. Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel are required.