Healthcare Assistant/Trainee

Tees, Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

A National Health Service Trust is seeking a Healthcare Assistant to support the Nursing and Medical team in providing holistic care to patients experiencing acute crises. Candidates should have a Health and Social Care Level 2 Diploma or equivalent, alongside strong communication skills. The role emphasizes crisis management in a dynamic inpatient environment.

Qualifications

• Completed the Diploma in Health and Social Care Level 2 or equivalent.
• Literacy and Numeracy level 2 or equivalent.
• Enrol on the Healthcare Assistant Framework if not qualified.

Responsibilities

• Comply with Trust Policies and Procedures.
• Participate in management and clinical supervision sessions.
• Maintain registration with the appropriate professional body.

Skills

Communication

Crisis Management

Education

Diploma in Health and Social Care Level 2

Literacy and Numeracy Level 2

Job description

Overview

Ebor ward is an 18 bedded female acute ward, providing care and treatment for those that reside in the York, Selby, and North Yorkshire area.

An opportunity has arisen to become part of the Ebor Multidisciplinary team, working alongside Nurses, Medics, Psychologist, Occupational Therapists, Pharmacists and other professionals to provide holistic care to those experiencing acute crisis in an inpatient setting.

Our Healthcare assistants work to support the Nursing and Medical team and should be able to provide meaningful 1:1 engagements with our patient group, recognise and de‑escalate distress, and escalates concerns to the nursing and medical team, comply with the terms of the contract of employment, the Staff Compact and the Trust's Statement of Values and Behaviours.

Responsibilities

• Be aware of, comply with and keep up to date with all Trust Policies and Procedures and other communications relevant to the role.
• Maintain registration with the appropriate professional body where applicable and comply with the relevant code of conduct and standards of professional practice.
• Fully participate in management, clinical and professional supervision sessions relevant to the role, as required by the Trust.
• Fully participate in annual appraisal and appraisal reviews.
• Maintain up to date knowledge and competency in the skills required to perform safely and effectively in the role. Undertake relevant training (including statutory and mandatory training) and be responsible for personal development agreed with the line manager and in line with the requirements of the AFC Knowledge and Skills Framework.
• Comply with the Trust's Information Governance Policies and maintain confidentiality of information at all times in line with the requirements of the Data Protection Act.
• Comply with the Trust's Health and Safety Policy and risk management procedures and report as necessary any untoward incident or hazardous event in accordance with local procedure.
• Be able to communicate clearly and work as part of a dynamic and diverse team.

Additional Information

Ebor ward is a female adult inpatient ward consisting of 18 NHS beds.

Qualifications

• Completed the Diploma in Health and Social Care Level 2 or equivalent.
• Literacy and Numeracy level 2 or equivalent.
• Complete the Trust Healthcare Assistant competencies within probationary period (first 6 months in role).
• If not have the required qualifications, enrol on the Healthcare Assistant Framework which will include the acquisition of the level 2 Diploma Health and Social Care, level 2 in Literacy and Numeracy or equivalent and achievement of competencies. You will have a maximum of 2 years to complete this.