Senior Podiatry Care Assistant

South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust is seeking a Senior Health Care Support Worker (Podiatry Assistant) to support high-quality podiatry services in community and outreach settings. You will work with podiatrists and the neighbourhood team to assist with patient care and clinic activity.

The role emphasizes compassionate, reliable and motivated individuals with strong communication, organisational and teamwork skills, able to work independently and adapt to changing priorities while

Qualifications

• GCSEs in Maths and English (A–D) or equivalent.
• Apprenticeship Level 3 in Health & Social Care or NVQ Level 3, or equivalent.
• Care Certificate or willing to complete within 12 weeks.
• Level 4 Health & Social Care qualifications, or willingness to undertake.
• Experience in health and social care is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support podiatrists in delivering patient care in clinics and home visits.
• Assist with clinic activity and maintain accurate records.
• Promote self-management and healthy lifestyles for patients.
• Contribute to care planning and discharge processes.
• Maintain high standards of safety, dignity and confidentiality.

Skills

Compassionate

Reliable

Motivated

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Teamwork

Independent working

Adaptability

Patient-centred care

Education

GCSE Maths and English

Level 3 Health & Social Care Apprenticeship / NVQ Level 3

Care Certificate

Level 4 Health & Social Care

Tools

Driving licence

Job description

South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust is seeking a Senior Health Care Support Worker (Podiatry Assistant) to support high-quality podiatry services in community and outreach settings. You will work with podiatrists and the neighbourhood team to assist with patient care and clinic activity.

The role emphasizes compassionate, reliable and motivated individuals with strong communication, organisational and teamwork skills, able to work independently and adapt to changing priorities while