About this role
Job summary
The post holder will work as part of a ward or department in providing compassionate care to patients, service users, carers and families. This pivotal role is essential in providing care and support to patients and service users through direct and indirect care, working within clearly defined limits and attainment of agreed competence.
The post holder will work without constant direct supervision using initiative within the level of competence for the post.
The post holder will act as a role model at all times, reflecting the Trust values and behaviours and delivering high standards of care.
The post holder will be self-aware and open to receive and learn from feedback.
The post holder will act as an advocate on behalf of patients and service users, recognising, respecting and responding to the diverse needs of our population.
The post holder will undertake a range of clinical skills to assist medical and nursing colleagues with investigations and procedures.
Main duties of the job
Our Care Support Workers carry out assigned tasks involving direct patient care in support of and supervised by a Registered Nurse. You will work as an integrated member of the ward team, assisting with nursing procedures according to agreed policies.You will maintain the patient's dignity and self-respect at all times and achieving a high standard of care.Our Care Support Workers have an allocated base-ward but they are expected to work in different areas within the hospital as requiredYou will be accountable for ensuring the highest standard of care is delivered and will constantly promote: patient safety, effective care and a positive patient experience at each stage of the patient's journey.Our Care Support Workers are expected to work a combination of days, nights and weekends including Bank Holidays and Christmas Day.o Early - 07:15 to 15:15o Late - 12:15 to 20:15hrso Night - 19:45hrs to 07:45hrso Long Day - 07:15hrs to 20:15h
About us
Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust (HDFT) cares for the population in Harrogate and the local area, as well as across North Yorkshire, Leeds and parts of the North East.
At HDFT we provide outstanding care to both our patients and our staff and we value Kindness, Integrity, Teamwork and Equality. If you're looking for an interesting and rewarding career in the NHS, where you can make a real difference to patients' lives, HDFT could be the place for you!
We offer colleagues:
A supportive culture so colleagues can bring their whole selves to work. Staff Recognition - as well as regular appraisals, we recognise achievements with our Making a Difference & Team of the Month Awards, along with annual Colleague Recognition Awards. Employee Support and wellbeing - we offer a wide range of staff benefits including an Employee Assistance Programme, counselling service and a fast-track Physiotherapy service. Please note:
Due to high levels of interest, posts may close early if we reach a sufficient number of applications Visa sponsorship is only available for certain roles. Please ensure the role you are interested in meets the criteria for a visa before submitting your application. Please also be aware that the Trust does not offer relocation packages for Agenda for Change roles. All job offers are subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks.
Job description Job responsibilities
For more information about this position please see attached the job description and person specification attached.
Person Specification
Essential and Desirable Essential
NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care (RQF accredited) or NHS England accredited Care Certificate, with evidence of full completion of the knowledge and work based assessments / relevant experience Moving and Handling Certificate Evidence of practical training or education in a care setting Basic Life Support Certificate Evidence of practical training or education in a care setting Overall application quality
Desirable
Previous experience in rehab setting Practical skills in providing essential aspects of care.
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Employer details Employer name Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust
Address Lascelles
Highgate Park
Harrogate
HG14PA
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.hdft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)