Healthcare Assistant

Gloucestershire Health and Care NHS Foundation Trust; Stroud; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking dedicated Health Care Assistants to join their team at Vale Community Hospital. This role is perfect for those starting their career in nursing, offering the chance to provide compassionate care while learning from experienced professionals. You will assist with daily living activities and ensure patients receive the highest standards of care. With a strong commitment to staff development and a supportive environment, this position promises a fulfilling career path in the healthcare sector. Join a team that makes a real difference in people's lives and enjoy a range of benefits including generous leave and training opportunities.

Benefits

Free car parking

27 days leave plus bank holidays

Training and development opportunities

Generous NHS pension

Enhanced pay for unsocial hours

Flexible working opportunities

Qualifications

• GCSEs in English, Maths, and Science or Health and Social Care subjects required.
• No previous experience needed, but caring experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the delivery of care/services to patients under supervision.
• Support patients with daily living activities and nutritional needs.

Skills

Compassionate care

Communication skills

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Education

GCSE English and Maths (C and above)

Minimum of 5 GCSEs including English, Maths, and Science

NVQ level 2

Care Certificate

Job description

Band 3 (Starting Band 2 Development post)

Main area: Health care assistant Grade Band 3 (Starting Band 2 Development post)

Contract: Permanent

Hours:

• Full time
• Part time

37.5 hours per week (Full and Part time hours available)

Job ref: 327-25-109

Site: Vale Community Hospital

Town: Dursley

Salary: £23,615 - £25,674 per annum (pro rata)

Salary period: Yearly

Closing: 16/02/2025 23:59

We love what we do and we think you will, too!

At Gloucestershire Health and Care NHS Foundation Trust (GHC), we provide joined-up mental health, physical health, and learning disability services to people of all ages across Gloucestershire.

We are on a mission to enable people to live the best life they can and we have a vision to work together to provide outstanding care.

Job overview

Here at the Vale Community Hospital, we deliver the highest standards of care to our patients.

This post is open to candidates who are looking to start their career in a nursing environment with no previous experience or alternatively the more experienced carer looking for a change to further their clinical knowledge and skills.

Main duties of the job

As a Health Care Assistant/ Support Worker, you will be responsible for participating and assisting in the delivery of care/services to patients.

You will be expected to provide safe and compassionate care of a high standard under the supervision of registered nurses.

You will assist patients with activities of daily living including personal care and nutritional support.

You will take and record observations and undertake additional supportive tasks as directed by registered nurses.

Person specification

QUALIFICATIONS

• C and above in GCSE English and Maths or level 4 and above (or equivalent Adult Literacy and Numeracy).
• Minimum of 5 GCSEs (or equivalent) including English, Mathematics, and a Science or Health and Social care based subject.
• NVQ level 2.
• Care Certificate.

NATURE OF EXPERIENCE

• Enthusiastic and willing to learn.
• No previous experience is required although prior experience and understanding of caring for others on a voluntary basis is desirable.

When joining us, as well as becoming part of a team that makes a difference, we also offer:

• Free car parking at many of our sites.
• 27 days leave plus bank holidays, increasing up to 33 days with long service.
• A broad range of training and development opportunities, including apprenticeships up to Level 7 qualification.
• Generous NHS pension and enhanced pay for unsocial hours.
• Flexible, family-friendly, and agile working opportunities.

Applicants are advised to apply early as if a large number of applications are received for this post, we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the advertised date. Good luck with your application.