Health Care Assistant Outpatients

NHS; Taunton; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Taunton is seeking enthusiastic and motivated health care support assistants to join our dedicated General Outpatients Department team. The role involves delivering essential care to patients under the supervision of a nurse. Applicants should have strong communication skills and a willingness to learn. The position offers a flexible working environment and various professional development opportunities. Benefits include a competitive salary, NHS pension scheme, and career growth resources. Join us to make a difference in patients' lives.

Benefits

Flexible working options

NHS pension scheme

Generous annual leave allowance

Career development focus

Access to Blue Light Card discounts

Qualifications

• Experience in a care setting is advantageous.
• Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Flexibility in shifts is expected.

Responsibilities

• Delivering fundamentals of care for patients under nurse supervision.
• Supporting patients to achieve shared goals.
• Following duties as per job description.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Enthusiasm and motivation

Willingness to learn

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 in our General Outpatients Department. As a health care Assistant you will work as part of the 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. 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.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Please refer to attached job description and personal specification

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.