Health Care Assistant - WBCH - Outpatients (Part time)

Royalberkshire; Oxford; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking motivated individuals to join their team as Health Care Assistants. This part-time role offers a unique opportunity to gain valuable NHS experience in a compassionate environment. You will provide essential care to patients, ensuring their dignity and privacy while developing your skills in a supportive setting. With a focus on high-quality care, this position allows you to make a positive impact on patient welfare. If you are enthusiastic about starting a healthcare career and possess strong communication skills, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Evidence of a general education level.
• Effective communication skills in English, both verbal and written.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality essential care to patients under supervision.
• Alert Registered Practitioner to any changes regarding patient welfare.
• Supervise and guide junior staff.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Proficiency in information technology

Education

QCF Level 2 or Level 3 in Health

T Level in Health

Care Certificate

Job description

Health Care Assistant - WBCH - Outpatients (Part time)

Health Care Assistant - WBCH - Outpatients - (part time 18 h/w).

Please note: we are not able to provide visa sponsorship for this role.

Bracknell & Townlands Hospital is keen to recruit enthusiastic and motivated individuals to join our team as Healthcare Assistants.

We seek motivated and enthusiastic individuals interested in starting a healthcare career and gaining valuable NHS experience in an acute hospital setting. A caring nature, good communication skills, and a willingness to learn and develop are essential.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will provide high-quality essential care to patients under the supervision of a Registered Practitioner in a caring, compassionate, and sensitive manner:

• Act always in the patient's best interests.
• Protect and maintain the patient's privacy and dignity at all times.
• Provide individualized care, respecting personal beliefs and preferences.
• Alert the Registered Practitioner and/or Ward/Department Manager to any changes or concerns regarding patient welfare promptly.
• Undertake specific clinical skills relevant to the area following training and assessment, such as venepuncture, cannulation, and escorting patients.
• Provide enhanced care to patients requiring additional supervision and support to meet their safety and wellbeing needs.
• Supervise and guide junior or less-experienced staff.

About us

We are one of the largest hospital foundation trusts in the country, serving half a million patients annually in west Berkshire by delivering high-quality acute medical and surgical services. Our trust aims to provide compassionate, high-quality care for patients and families.

Our values:

• Aspirational
• Resourceful

Reading, on the River Thames, offers excellent road and rail links to London, Oxford, and Southampton, along with vibrant leisure, shopping, and cultural facilities. It is a great place to live, work, and raise a family, with some of the best schools in the UK.

The Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust's care quality has been rated as good by the CQC.

Please note: we are not able to provide visa sponsorship for this role.

Job responsibilities

The specific job description will depend on your entry pathway. Please refer to the attached detailed descriptions relevant to your chosen pathway.

We are currently recruiting candidates who can work full-time (37.5 hours per week) on a rota, including days, nights, and bank holidays.

Please note: we are not able to provide visa sponsorship for this role.

Person Specification

Education

• Evidence of a general education level.
• Effective communication skills in English, both verbal and written.
• QCF Level 2 or Level 3 in Health or Health and Social Care.
• T Level in Health.
• Care Certificate.

Experience and Skills

• Proficiency in information technology.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This role is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. Applicants will need to undergo a DBS check for any criminal convictions.