Healthcare Assistant - Bodmin CATU

NHS; Bodmin; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking experienced Healthcare Assistants to join their dedicated team at a community hospital. This role involves providing essential clinical care to elderly patients and those requiring rehabilitation, ensuring their comfort and dignity. With a focus on teamwork and patient-centered care, you will work in a supportive environment that values your contributions. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of patients while developing your skills in a dynamic healthcare setting. Join us and be part of a committed team making a positive impact in the community.

Qualifications

• Essential NVQ 2 in Health Care or equivalent required.
• Experience in hospital settings is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist in delivering clinical care planned by Registered Nurses.
• Support day-to-day care for all patients, respecting their needs.

Skills

Clinical skills (venepuncture, blood transfusion)

Ability to adapt to changing workload

Organizational skills

Previous hospital experience

Education

NVQ 2 in Health Care

NVQ 3 in Direct Care

Job description

Job summary

Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust is pleased to offer opportunities for experienced Healthcare Assistants at Bodmin CATU/SDEC Unit.

Bodmin Community Assessment and Treatment Unit has 22 beds providing hospital care for elderly patients and those needing rehabilitation after surgery or illness. The unit also has a day case bed for patients not requiring an overnight stay.

Same day emergency care (SDEC) is part of the NHS's efforts to provide timely, appropriate care, reducing waiting times and hospital admissions where suitable.

Full-time, permanent contract with night duties from 19:30-08:00 and long days from 07:30-20:00 on a rotational basis, supporting 24-hour nursing care, 7 days a week.

Main duties of the job

1. Assist in delivering clinical care planned and assessed by Registered Nurses.
2. Carry out care and other duties under indirect supervision of a Registered Nurse and/or Senior Healthcare Assistant.
3. Support day-to-day care for all patients in the clinical area, respecting individual needs, wishes, rights, and beliefs.
4. Contribute to resource management within the clinical area.

About us

We are an NHS community and mental health provider based in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly, delivering community and hospital-based care to improve physical and mental health, with specialist support for dementia and learning disabilities.

We are committed to supporting the health and wellbeing of local residents and visitors, employing over 4,000 staff including doctors, nurses, therapists, and support staff.

Our services include home visits, community clinics, and hospital care across 13 community hospitals. Our aim is to be a great place to work, provide excellent care, and be a trusted partner.

Located in an area with a population of approximately 568,000, we work closely with partners in Devon and experience seasonal increases in service demand due to tourism.

Details

Date posted: 07 May 2025

Pay scheme: Agenda for Change

Band: Band 3

Salary: £24,625 to £25,674 per year (Pro Rata)

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time

Reference number: 201-25-289-A

Job location: Bodmin Community Hospital, Boundary Road, Bodmin, PL31 2QT

Job responsibilities

For detailed responsibilities and person specifications, please see the supporting documents.

Person Specification

Education & Qualification (Essential):

• NVQ 2 in Health Care or equivalent
• Clinical skills such as venepuncture, blood transfusion, aseptic non-touch technique

Desirable:

• NVQ 3 in Direct Care

Experience, Skills & Aptitude (Essential):

• Previous hospital experience
• Ability to adapt to changing workload
• Competently organise and carry out designated workload within scope of training

Other requirements

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975, requiring a Disclosure and Barring Service check for any criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer: Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address: Bodmin Community Hospital, Boundary Road, Bodmin, PL31 2QT

Website: https://www.cornwallft.nhs.uk/