About this role
Job summary
Part-time 31.5 hours per week
Are you looking for a brilliant place to work and thrive? Come and join our dynamic and friendly Stroke team where we're passionate about delivering the best patient care, your contribution is truly valued, and your personal growth is a priority.
We're looking for enthusiastic Senior Support Worker to work alongside our Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists and Nursing Staff in delivering high quality care across our Stroke Pathway (rotating between acute hospital care and a new Stroke Rehabilitation Unit).
Your day might include:
Daily care activities and recording observations
Supporting patients with exercises, mobility and functional assessments
Preparing equipment
Helping ensure smooth and safe discharges
Documenting care and communicating with the Therapy, Nursing team, patients and their families/carers
It is expected that the post holder will contribute to seven-day services
Are you ready to make a difference and help our patients regain their independence? We'd love to hear from you!
Main duties of the job
The postholder will be expected to:
Be an integral member of the service to assist with the direct care of patients as delegated to and supervised by a registered practitioner following the completion of specific competencies.
To provide support to the team, working collaboratively with members of the multi-disciplinary team and contributing positively to the delivery of high-quality compassionate care.
Contribute to the maintenance of care environment and quality initiatives to enhance patient care.
Ensure that their practice adheres to policies, procedures and competencies.
Act in a manner that upholds privacy, dignity, respect and confidentiality of patients and colleagues by upholding the fundamental standards of quality and safety and protecting them from harm.
Demonstrates the values of the NHS and commitment to personal and professional development.
This post will also include a rotation between Ridge Hill community-based rehab unit and ward C8 (Acute Stroke).
About us
At the Dudley Group our patients and staff are at the heart of all that we do and that is to provide a world class service that aligns with our vision of "excellent health care, improved health for all". We are seeking to recruit staff who share our vision and values of making Dudley Group an incredible workplace.
As part of the NHS People Promise, your wellbeing is our priority, and we are committed to ensuring our employees achieve a healthy work-life balance supported by our flexible working options and by making reasonable adjustments where possible. We believe no-one should have to sacrifice family, friends, or their personal interests for work. We are a modern employer able to attract and retain high quality staff through our commitment to the NHS People Promise.
As an employer, we foster an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, supported, and empowered to contribute their best. We want to ensure that our workforce is representative of the population we serve. More information - inclusive practice people promise.
Dudley Group offer many opportunities for our staff to develop and grow within their roles through our Learning & OD Team. These include topics such as communication, wellbeing, team development, cultural competency, and values.
Please click below to view our EDI page: Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion - The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust (dgft.nhs.uk)
Job description Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description for full details of the main duties and responsibilities that the post holder is required to undertake.
Person Specification
Qualifications & Education Essential
Maths and English Qualification - GCSE A-C, or grade 5-9, or functional Skills level 2 QCF/NVQ Level 3 in Healthcare or equivalent qualification/relevant experience
Knowledge and Training Essential
Developed knowledge of clinical, technical and/or scientific roles and responsibilities, including clinical risk assessment. An understanding of their role within the team
Experience Essential
Experience in health and/or social care settings, such as employment, work experience, volunteering, or placement(s)
Communication Skills Essential
Evidence of effective communication skills including verbal, written (legible handwriting), non-verbal, compassion and respect Ability to communicate effectively with staff/multidisciplinary team and to understand how to behave/act in a clinical environment
Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Trust Values Essential
Values and behaviours that reflect the Trust values of Care, Respect and Responsiblity
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 The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust
Address Russells Hall Hospital
Busheyfields Road
Dudley
DY1 2HQ
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.dgft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)