Senior NHS HCSW: Patient Care Lead (Ward)

NHS; Chertsey; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK healthcare trust is seeking a Senior Healthcare Support Worker for various adult inpatient areas. This role requires candidates to provide direct patient care, support the nursing team, and demonstrate effective communication skills. Applicants must have NHS experience and relevant qualifications, including the Care Certificate. Full-time and part-time roles are available, offering NHS benefits and a training program to support professional development.

Benefits

Excellent pension scheme

On-site Nurseries

On-site staff cafes

On-site parking

Salary Sacrifice schemes

Qualifications

• Recent experience as a healthcare support worker with the NHS for at least 6 months.
• Successful completion of the Care Certificate within an NHS setting.
• Functional level of English and Maths.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care, meeting hygiene and mobility needs.
• Take and record patients' vital signs.
• Support the nursing team in pre and post-operative care.

Skills

Effective communication

Compassionate care

Empathy

IT skills

Education

Level 3 Health and Social Care qualification

Care Certificate in Acute Care

Job description

A leading UK healthcare trust is seeking a Senior Healthcare Support Worker for various adult inpatient areas. This role requires candidates to provide direct patient care, support the nursing team, and demonstrate effective communication skills. Applicants must have NHS experience and relevant qualifications, including the Care Certificate. Full-time and part-time roles are available, offering NHS benefits and a training program to support professional development.