HCA

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust; Minehead; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

A local healthcare provider in Minehead seeks a part-time Health care assistant. The ideal candidate will join a dynamic team, focusing on high-quality patient care. Key responsibilities include supporting patients’ needs, conducting clinical observations, and using specialized medical equipment. Experience in a hospital setting is preferred, and flexibility for nights and weekends is required. The organization fosters professional development and offers a variety of employee benefits, including NHS pension and training opportunities.

Benefits

Flexible working options

NHS pension scheme

Generous annual leave allowance

Career development opportunities

Access to Blue Light Card discounts

Qualifications

• Good standard of literacy and numeracy and spoken English (Minimum Level 1 or Functional Skills).
• Understanding of the concept of promoting independence.
• Experience of working in a hospital environment.

Responsibilities

• Participate in patient care to a high standard.
• Safely use moving and handling equipment after training.
• Carry out and record clinical observations.

Skills

Good interpersonal skills

Ability to manage own time

Understanding of health and social care

Good organisational skills

Effective communication

Education

Level 2 in Health and Social Care

Care Certificate or willingness to obtain

Job description

Minehead Hospital boasts state of the art facilities in a fabulous rural location. We have 19 inpatient beds set out as single rooms and two four bed bays. Each room has an ensuite and overhead hoist system. All modern facilities. We have a specially designed room for end-of-life care. We offer rehabilitation and subacute medical intervention.

We are situated on the coast in beautiful West Somerset, we offer excellent staff facilities including staff dining room with a South facing balcony, large free staff car park and modern changing rooms.

We are looking for a part time Health care assistant with experience of working in a hospital environment to join this established team. Development and training within this role will be offered. There is an expectation that hours are worked flexibly which includes nights and weekends.

Applications are invited from enthusiastic, dynamic and forward-thinking professionals who have experience of working in a team. With the patient at the centre of all you do, you will require good communication skills, be assertive and provide a high standard of nursing care with the support of the ward Sister.

We are confident that once you've seen what we can offer you won't want to leave - informal visits/chats always welcome.

If you are ready for a new adventure, with different scenery and a committed friendly team - then you would love to work with us!

Somerset Foundation Trust also offers fully paid corporate & mandatory training days.

Main duties of the job

To participate in patient care to a high standard. Always be kind and respectful.

To safely use the moving and handling equipment following training and instruction

Carry out and record clinical observations of temperature, blood pressure and pulse, reporting findings to qualified staff.

Maintain standards of accurate record keeping by documenting all care given in the patients record as directed.

Take appropriate precautions to always maintain confidentiality and patient dignity.

Communicate with patients and their families or carers in a receptive and informative manner, at a pace and level that is consistent with the abilities, preference and beliefs of the individual.

Be able to recognise improvements or adverse developments in the patient condition and report to the appropriate member of staff.

Respond appropriately to patient emergencies by summoning qualified assistance. Be proficient in performing practical basic life support, after receiving appropriate training and assessment.

Contribute to the management of anxious, upset, disruptive behaviour.

Contribute to the care of the dying or deceased. Give support and comfort to patients and their carers at times of bereavement and loss.

Liaise with relatives as appropriate.

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.

Job responsibilities

Please see attached Job Description for more information as well as a full list of duties and responsibilities.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Good standard of literacy and numeracy and spoken English (Minimum Level 1 or Functional Skills).
• Level 2 in Health and Social Care, or equivalent experience.
• Care Certificate or willing to work towards this.
• Understanding of the health or social care setting.
• Understanding of the concept of promoting independence.
• Good interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with patients, carers and relatives, remaining sensitive and empathetic.
• Good organisational skills, ability to manage own time and plan timed activities for colleagues and individuals.

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.

Depending on experienceBand 2 HCA, Minehead ward.