Senior Healthcare Assistant

NHS; Swansea; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health organization in Swansea seeks a Senior Healthcare Assistant to provide high-quality patient care, supervise staff, and assist in developing individual care plans. Candidates should possess a minimum QCF Level 3 qualification and a compassionate attitude. Opportunities for professional development in a supportive environment are available.

Qualifications

• Experience in specialist care settings and knowledge of fundamental care aspects.
• Understanding of safeguarding, confidentiality, and consent.
• Attendance at relevant courses/study days.

Responsibilities

• Carry out delegated clinical tasks and perform patient observations.
• Support clinical assessments and provide compassionate care.
• Supervise other staff and promote high-quality care.

Skills

Effective communication

Team working

Organisational skills

Caring and compassionate attitude

Procedural competence

Education

Minimum QCF Level 3 qualification

Knowledge of Code of Conduct for Healthcare Support Workers in Wales

Job description

The Senior Healthcare Assistant (Level 3) has a greater degree of autonomy than the Healthcare Assistant and undertakes a broader range of health and care tasks in accordance with policy and procedures. The post holder will work on their own initiative within the care home in-reach team, undertaking delegated tasks with appropriate supervision from a registered practitioner or assistant practitioner.

The post holder contributes to assessment and assists in developing, implementing, and evaluating individualised care plans. They will supervise other staff and promote high-quality care.

Assist the Registered Practitioner/Assistant Practitioner in assessing, planning, managing, and evaluating care delivery in a community setting. Support clinical/risk assessments under supervision, providing feedback as necessary. Deliver safe, compassionate care following individualised care plans, supporting patients with activities of daily living and providing feedback on progress.

Responsible to: Team Leader and Lead Nurse. Reporting: Accountable to: Professionally.

Main duties of the job

Delivering Patient Care:

• Carry out delegated clinical and care tasks to a high standard under supervision, including performing patient observations, working with patients with complex mental health needs, and administering rescue medication as delegated.
• Observe behaviours and intervene or escalate as appropriate. Develop competencies and practice clinical skills relevant to the patient group.

About us

We believe staff are our greatest asset and aim to ensure you are happy and confident starting your career here in Swansea Bay University Health Board. We offer professional training and development opportunities within an innovative organisation. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to equality.

Job responsibilities

Full job description and person specification are attached or can be viewed by clicking 'Apply now' in Trac. The ability to speak Welsh is desirable; English and/or Welsh speakers are welcome to apply.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Minimum QCF Level 3 qualification
• Evidence of personal development and understanding of the role within the nursing team
• Experience in specialist care settings and knowledge of the Code of Conduct for Healthcare Support Workers in Wales
• Knowledge of fundamental care aspects, health promotion, and basic physiology
• Understanding of safeguarding, confidentiality, consent, and the Health Board's values
• Attendance at relevant courses/study days
• Understanding of conditions like dementia, mental illness, learning disabilities

Aptitudes and Abilities

• Adherence to SBU Values & Behaviours
• Caring and compassionate attitude, effective communication skills, procedural competence, team working, organisational skills, and escalation abilities
• Welsh language skills are desirable.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to DBS checks in accordance with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1975.