HCA - Kingston Wing

NHS; Yeovil; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Yeovil is seeking enthusiastic Health Care Support Assistants to join their dedicated team on Kingston Wing. The role involves providing fundamental care for patients under supervision in a multidisciplinary environment. Applicants should possess excellent communication skills and a caring nature, with a willingness to learn and adapt. The organization offers flexible working, a strong focus on career development, and various employee benefits, making it an attractive opportunity for those passionate about delivering care.

Benefits

Flexible working options

NHS pension scheme

Generous annual leave allowance

Career development focus

Discounts via Blue Light Card

Qualifications

• Willingness to learn and take on new challenges.
• Experience in a care environment is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Work as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Deliver fundamental care for patients under nurse supervision.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Caring nature

Education

Evidence of secondary education

Care Certificate in-house training

Job description

We are looking to appoint health care support Assistants who are enthusiastic, motivated with a passion for caring to join our dedicated Team on Kingston Wing.

Kingston Wing is a 13 bedded private Elective ward.

As a health care Assistant you will work as part of a large multidisciplinary team and will play a key role in delivering the fundamentals of care for patients under the supervision of a nurse, whilst supporting patients to achieve the shared goals. Individuals should be able to demonstrate excellent communication skills who are willing to learn and take on new challenges as the service develops.

Main duties of the job

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. There will be an expectation of a flexible approach to shifts patterns with a commitment to participate in the on call service after appropriate training. 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.

Job responsibilities

For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.

Qualifications

• Care Certificate (Skills for Care) inhouse training or prepared to undertake within agreed timescale
• Evidence of secondary education

Experience

• Previous experience in a care environment or able to demonstrate a caring nature, life experience

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.