About this role
Job summary ABOUT THE ROLE This is a casual, part-time role offering flexible working. As a Bank Support Worker at a Barchester independent mental health hospital, you'll use your intuition and empathy to help our patients get the most out of life. You'll work as part of a multidisciplinary team to support patients with complex and sometimes challenging behaviours. You can expect to make a big difference to the lives of the patients we care for and support, becoming part of their day-to-day lives and ensuring they are always treated with dignity and respect. As a Support Worker, you'll strive to help create a safe environment in which patients can live as independently as possible. ABOUT YOU To join us as a Support Worker, you should be naturally warm-hearted, yet resilient, and have a genuine interest in the lives of our patients. Your positive attitude and excellent communication skills are much more important to us than any previous experience, as we offer full training and plenty of opportunities to grow and develop.
Main duties of the job This temporary casual part-time position involves working flexibly as a Bank Support Worker at a Barchester independent mental health hospital. In this role, individuals will use intuition and empathy to aid patients in fully enjoying their lives. They will work as part of a multidisciplinary team to support patients who may have complex and challenging behaviours. The role aims to significantly impact patients' lives by becoming part of their daily existence and ensuring they are treated with dignity and respect. Support Workers will work towards creating a safe environment for patients to live as independently as possible. Candidates should have a warm-hearted yet resilient nature and demonstrate a genuine interest in patient lives. While no previous experience is required, a positive attitude and excellent communication skills are essential. Full training and numerous development opportunities are provided. The job offers true flexibility, with work hours and days varying depending on cover requirements for leave or absences.
About us Barchester Healthcare is a leading provider of high-quality healthcare in the UK. With a focus on the well-being of patients and residents, Barchester operates a range of care facilities, including independent mental health hospitals, nursing homes, and assisted living facilities. The organisation places a strong emphasis on the professional growth and development of its employees, offering a range of training and learning opportunities to support career advancement. Barchester Healthcare is committed to delivering the highest standards of care, ensuring that patients and residents are treated with dignity and respect. The company's workforce is dedicated to creating safe, supportive environments where individuals can receive the care they need while maintaining the highest quality of life possible.
Job description Job responsibilities
ABOUT THE ROLEThis is a casual, part-time role offering flexible working. As a Bank Support Worker at a Barchester independent mental health hospital, you'll use your intuition and empathy to help our patients get the most out of life. You'll work as part of a multidisciplinary team to support patients with complex and sometimes challenging behaviours. You can expect to make a big difference to the lives of the patients we care for and support, becoming part of their day-to-day lives and ensuring they are always treated with dignity and respect. As a Support Worker, you'll strive to help create a safe environment in which patients can live as independently as possible.
ABOUT YOUTo join us as a Support Worker, you should be naturally warm-hearted, yet resilient, and have a genuine interest in the lives of our patients. Your positive attitude and excellent communication skills are much more important to us than any previous experience, as we offer full training and plenty of opportunities to grow and develop. You should also enjoy being part of a friendly, sociable team that has close links to the local community.
REWARDS PACKAGEAs well as competitive pay, you can look forward to a role that offers true flexibility and plenty of free learning and development opportunities. As one of the UK's leading healthcare providers, we take the growth of everyone who works for us seriously.
As this is a Bank position to provide cover as and when we need it, such as for annual leave or sick leave, the hours and days you work will vary.
If you'd like to use your people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you'd expect for your loved ones, this is a rewarding place to be.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
No specific qualifications are required. Excellent communication skills and a positive attitude are essential.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details Employer name Barchester Healthcare
Address Barchester Healthcare
Stockport
SK6 7QL
Employer's website https://www.barchester.com/ (Opens in a new tab)