Health Care Support Worker - Community Nursing

NHS Scotland; Dumbarton; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

27 days annual leave

NHS Pension Scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Study bursaries

Job summary

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is seeking a Health Care Support Worker to join the Children and Families Health Visiting Team in Dumbarton. This permanent part-time role (28.8 hours per week) focuses on delivering safe, person-centred care to children, young people and families, promoting health and wellbeing, and supporting clinics and home visits in the community.

You will work under supervision of Health Visitors, contribute to health promotion activities, maintain accurate records and embrace

Qualifications

• SVQ Level 3 in Healthcare or equivalent experience.
• Ability to work with people as part of a team.
• Ability to work without direct supervision.
• Good communication skills both written and verbal.
• Full Driving Licence.

Responsibilities

• Deliver safe, person-centred care to clients and families as delegated by the Health Visiting Team.
• Support the Health Visiting team in the delivery of care.
• Assist with health promotion activities and clinics (Immunisation, community drop-ins).
• Assist with planned screening programmes (height & weight).
• Participate in group work such as Parenting, Postnatal depression and breastfeeding groups.

Skills

Good communication

Teamwork

Independent working

Computer skills

Education

SVQ Level 3 in Healthcare or equivalent experience

Tools

IT systems

Job description

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the United Kingdom, employing approximately 40,000 staff across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health services to a population of over 1.15 million people, and to a wider population of 2.2 million when regional and national services are included.

The Role

Are you passionate about improving outcomes for children, young people and families? We are seeking a motivated and compassionate Health Care Support Worker to join our Children and Families Health Visiting Team.

This role does not meet the eligibility criteria for a or a NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is unable to provide candidates or employees with a Certificate of Sponsorship (COS).

Duration, Location, and Working Pattern

• Location based in Dumbarton Health Centre
• Permanent Contract
• Part-time position (28.8 hours per week)

Key Responsibilities

The Healthcare Assistant will be responsible for delivering safe, efficient and person-centred care to clients I families, as delegated and directed by the Health Visiting team. The post holder will support the Health Visiting team in the delivery of care to clients I families.

The post holder will promote a culture of engagement with clients, families and carers, which includes as core principles and values an approach which is caring, compassionate, courteous, empathetic and respectful.

The post holder will promote the principles of self-care to clients, families and carers and empower them to access and use health resources in their community.

The Post Holder Will

• Carry out clinical duties as delegated by the Health Visiting Team:
• Assist clients and families in relevant settings to address health promotion activities that can positively improve health and wellbeing
• Assist with the delivery of a variety of clinics e.g. Immunisation, community drop-in
• Assist with the delivery of planned screening programmes e.g. height & weight.
• Participate in the delivery of group work as appropriate to local need e.g. Parenting, Post Natal depression and Breastfeeding groups.
• Accurately report back to Health Visitor following home visits or other client-related work
• Participate in systems of practice support and personal development planning in line with the Knowledge and Skills Framework
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date clinical records ensuring compliance with the Data Protection Act and Freedom of Information Act in discussion with the Health Visitor supervising the case.
• Work within national, organisational and local policies, procedures and guidelines to ensure maintenance of safe, person-centred and effective working practices for children, young people and families

Knowledge, training, qualifications and/or experience required to do the job

Essential

• SVQ Level 3 in Healthcare or equivalent experience
• Ability to work with people as part of a team.
• Ability to work without direct supervision.
• Good communication skills both written and verbal.
• Ability to work with vulnerable children, young people and families.
• Computer skills
• Full Driving License

Desirable

• Experience of working with children.

What We Offer

We offer a wide range of supportive policies designed to enhance your employee journey, including a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work Scheme, bursary scheme and extensive learning and development opportunities.

• A minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus public holidays
• Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, including life insurance benefits
• Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme
• Development opportunities including study bursaries, e-learning and classroom-based courses
• Enhanced pay for working public holidays
• NHS discounts on a wide range of goods and services
• Confidential employee support and assistance, including counselling and psychological therapies

Clare Winton, Health Visiting Team Leader - Tel: [phone] - Email: [e-mail]

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) recognises the importance of work-life balance and is committed to offering a range of flexible working options where service needs allow. For roles where less than full-time hours can be accommodated, and where the tenure is listed as "various", we encourage applications from individuals seeking flexible working arrangements. Flexible working will be included as a topic for discussion during the recruitment process.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion and are proud of the diverse workforce we employ.

By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer. We welcome applications from across the Armed Forces Community and recognise military skills, experience and qualifications throughout the recruitment and selection process.