Diabetes Support Worker

Tal; Taunton; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working options

NHS pension scheme

Generous annual leave

Career development

Blue Light Card

NHS-specific perks

Job summary

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a dedicated care assistant to support patients with diabetes within the multidisciplinary team across Somerset. The role involves 30 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with days agreed on appointment.

Experience in care settings is advantageous; full training and mandatory updates will be provided. Band 3, Fixed Term, 6 months, with opportunities for professional development and NHS benefits.

Qualifications

• QCF Level 3. This could be a Vocational NVQ, BTEC or equivalent in healthcare or demonstrate equivalent experience.
• Ability to prioritise work, to work independently and as part of a team.
• Understanding of Diabetes as a Chronic condition and potential health complications.
• Knowledge of clinical audit processes.

Responsibilities

• Support patients with Diabetes within the multidisciplinary team.
• Provide care and assistance across Somerset as part of the diabetes service.
• Participate in routine training and mandatory development.
• Adhere to safeguarding and NHS policies.

Skills

Prioritisation

Independent work

Teamwork

Patient-facing

NHS procurement awareness

Technology use

Organisation skills

Counselling skills

Education

QCF Level 3 in healthcare or equivalent

Tools

Excel

Job description

Caring for others may be the most rewarding job you could ever do. Alongside countless opportunities to enhance your clinical skills and receive support with your personal development, you could be the person to support our patients through their most difficult times. This role offers the opportunity to work within the multidisciplinary diabetes team providing support for people with Diabetes across Somerset. The post is for 30 hours working between Monday to Friday, days will be agreed with the successful candidate.

Experience of working in a care setting would be advantageous but all necessary skills training, professional updates and mandatory training as appropriate to the post will be provided.

Full details of duties can be found in the job description.

Please be advised - this vacancy may close early if we reach a sufficient amount of applications.

About us

At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
• NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
• A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.

We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.

The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.

Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.

For more details and further information about the role, please see the attached job description and person specification.

Person specification

Qualifications

Qualifications and Credit Framework (QCF) Level 3. This could be a Vocational NVQ, BTEC or equivalent international qualification in healthcare or able to demonstrate the equivalent level of experience

Ability to prioritise work, to work independently and as part of a team.

Understanding of Diabetes as a Chronic condition and potential for associated health complications.

Knowledge of clinical audit processes

Experience

Experience of working in a healthcare setting

Experience of lone working, working on own initiative.

Experience of working in a team.

Experience in patient facing roles and caring for people with additional needs.

Awareness of NHS supply ordering and procurement process

Additional Criteria

Willingness to use technology to improve standards of care and support to our patients

Ability to work flexibly to meet the demands and requirements of the role. Hours usually Monday- Friday, very occasional evening work to facilitate

Excellent Organisational skills

Basic counselling skills training.

Experience in Excel spreadsheets

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.

Agenda for Change

Band

Band 3

Contract

Fixed Term

Duration

6 Month(s)

Working pattern

Full-Time