Healthcare Support Worker - LW inDunfermline inDunfermline PUBLISHED 29 SEP 2024
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NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for Health Care Support Workers to join the Fife Wide School Nursing Service.If you have experience in a healthcare setting, have experience of using IT systems such as Microsoft Office and an interest in supporting children, young people and their families then we would welcome your application.
You will work across Fife with dynamic teams of School Nurses, Community Staff Nurses, Nursery Nurses and Health Care Support Workers in a variety of settings; including NHS Fife sites, Schools and Health and Social Care Partnership settings.
The role will involve a significant contribution to the administrative functioning of the School Nursing Service and, as required, you will work flexibly to meet the Service needs for community based work; all of which supports the health and wellbeing needs of children and young people across Fife.
For Informal Enquiries, Please Contact
Jennifer Grant School Nurse Team Leader -
Fiona Crook School Nurse Team Leader
Amanda Urquhart School Nurse Team Leader -
A requirement of this post is to become a member of the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme Prior to appointment.
NHS Fife is legally obliged to ensure all its employees are legally entitled to work in the United Kingdom. If you are not a United Kingdom (UK) or Irish National, you are required to confirm your right to work in your application.
NHS Scotland is reducing their full-time working week from 37.5 to 37 hours per week from 1 April 2024 but with no change in pay. This reduction will also be applied pro rata for part time staff. This advert and any subsequent offer/contract of employment therefore reflects the new working hours. However, as not all service areas will be able to adopt the 37 hour working week immediately from 1 April 2024, you may be required to work up to an additional 30 minutes per week for a temporary period for which you would be paid until the service you are working in changes rosters or working patterns to accommodate the new reduced working week. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the Recruiting Board.
NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for Health Care Support Workers to join the Fife Wide School Nursing Service.
If you have experience in a healthcare setting, have experience of using IT systems such as Microsoft Office and an interest in supporting children, young people and their families then we would welcome your application.
You will work across Fife with dynamic teams of School Nurses, Community Staff Nurses, Nursery Nurses and Health Care Support Workers in a variety of settings; including NHS Fife sites, Schools and Health and Social Care Partnership settings.
The role will involve a significant contribution to the administrative functioning of the School Nursing Service and, as required, you will work flexibly to meet the Service needs for community based work; all of which supports the health and wellbeing needs of children and young people across Fife.
For Informal Enquiries, Please Contact
Jennifer Grant School Nurse Team Leader -
Fiona Crook School Nurse Team Leader
Amanda Urquhart School Nurse Team Leader -
A requirement of this post is to become a member of the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme Prior to appointment.
NHS Fife is legally obliged to ensure all its employees are legally entitled to work in the United Kingdom. If you are not a United Kingdom (UK) or Irish National, you are required to confirm your right to work in your application.
NHS Scotland is reducing their full-time working week from 37.5 to 37 hours per week from 1 April 2024 but with no change in pay. This reduction will also be applied pro rata for part time staff. This advert and any subsequent offer/contract of employment therefore reflects the new working hours. However, as not all service areas will be able to adopt the 37 hour working week immediately from 1 April 2024, you may be required to work up to an additional 30 minutes per week for a temporary period for which you would be paid until the service you are working in changes rosters or working patterns to accommodate the new reduced working week. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the Recruiting Board.
NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.
If you have experience in a healthcare setting, have experience of using IT systems such as Microsoft Office and an interest in supporting children, young people and their families then we would welcome your application.
You will work across Fife with dynamic teams of School Nurses, Community Staff Nurses, Nursery Nurses and Health Care Support Workers in a variety of settings; including NHS Fife sites, Schools and Health and Social Care Partnership settings.
The role will involve a significant contribution to the administrative functioning of the School Nursing Service and, as required, you will work flexibly to meet the Service needs for community based work; all of which supports the health and wellbeing needs of children and young people across Fife.
For Informal Enquiries, Please Contact
Jennifer Grant School Nurse Team Leader -
Fiona Crook School Nurse Team Leader
Amanda Urquhart School Nurse Team Leader -
A requirement of this post is to become a member of the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme Prior to appointment.
NHS Fife is legally obliged to ensure all its employees are legally entitled to work in the United Kingdom. If you are not a United Kingdom (UK) or Irish National, you are required to confirm your right to work in your application.
NHS Scotland is reducing their full-time working week from 37.5 to 37 hours per week from 1 April 2024 but with no change in pay. This reduction will also be applied pro rata for part time staff. This advert and any subsequent offer/contract of employment therefore reflects the new working hours. However, as not all service areas will be able to adopt the 37 hour working week immediately from 1 April 2024, you may be required to work up to an additional 30 minutes per week for a temporary period for which you would be paid until the service you are working in changes rosters or working patterns to accommodate the new reduced working week. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the Recruiting Board.
NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.
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1. Can you describe your previous experience working in a healthcare setting and how it has prepared you for this role?
2. What specific experience do you have in supporting children and young people in a healthcare or educational context?
3. What do you understand about the role of a Healthcare Support Worker within a School Nursing Service? How do you see yourself contributing to the team's goals?
4. How do you prioritise the different demands of administrative tasks and direct patient care when working in a dynamic environment?
5. Could you give an example of how you've used IT systems, such as Microsoft Office, to improve efficiency or documentation in your past roles?
6. What experience do you have in maintaining electronic health records or managing data?
7. How do you approach communication with children and young people, especially those who may be anxious or unwell?
8. Can you provide an example of a challenging interaction with a colleague or a stakeholder? How did you resolve it?
9. This role requires flexibility in working hours and responsibilities. Can you discuss a time when you had to adapt to a sudden change in your work environment or job role?
10. How do you manage your time effectively when faced with shifting priorities in a busy setting?
11. Describe your experience working as part of a team. What role do you typically take on in group settings?
12. How would you work collaboratively with School Nurses, Community Staff Nurses, and other healthcare professionals to support patient care?
13. Discuss your understanding of the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme and why it is important in a healthcare setting.
14. How do you ensure compliance with health and safety regulations when working with vulnerable groups?
15. NHS Scotland is committed to equality and diversity. How do you think you can contribute to these values within your role?
16. Can you tell us about a time when you identified an area for improvement in your work and how you addressed it?
17. What approaches do you think are effective in supporting the health and wellbeing of children and their families?
18. How would you engage with parents or guardians to ensure they are informed and involved in their child's care?
19. What motivates you to work in healthcare, particularly in supporting children and young people?
20. Where do you see your career in healthcare evolving in the next few years, and how does this position align with your goals?
1. Can you describe your previous experience working in a healthcare setting and how it has prepared you for this role?
2. What specific experience do you have in supporting children and young people in a healthcare or educational context?
3. What do you understand about the role of a Healthcare Support Worker within a School Nursing Service? How do you see yourself contributing to the team's goals?
4. How do you prioritise the different demands of administrative tasks and direct patient care when working in a dynamic environment?
5. Could you give an example of how you've used IT systems, such as Microsoft Office, to improve efficiency or documentation in your past roles?
6. What experience do you have in maintaining electronic health records or managing data?
7. How do you approach communication with children and young people, especially those who may be anxious or unwell?
8. Can you provide an example of a challenging interaction with a colleague or a stakeholder? How did you resolve it?
9. This role requires flexibility in working hours and responsibilities. Can you discuss a time when you had to adapt to a sudden change in your work environment or job role?
10. How do you manage your time effectively when faced with shifting priorities in a busy setting?
11. Describe your experience working as part of a team. What role do you typically take on in group settings?
12. How would you work collaboratively with School Nurses, Community Staff Nurses, and other healthcare professionals to support patient care?
13. Discuss your understanding of the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme and why it is important in a healthcare setting.
14. How do you ensure compliance with health and safety regulations when working with vulnerable groups?
15. NHS Scotland is committed to equality and diversity. How do you think you can contribute to these values within your role?
16. Can you tell us about a time when you identified an area for improvement in your work and how you addressed it?
17. What approaches do you think are effective in supporting the health and wellbeing of children and their families?
18. How would you engage with parents or guardians to ensure they are informed and involved in their child's care?
19. What motivates you to work in healthcare, particularly in supporting children and young people?
20. Where do you see your career in healthcare evolving in the next few years, and how does this position align with your goals?
Useful skills for a Healthcare Support Worker - LW:
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To work as a Healthcare Support Worker in the UK, you typically need a combination of skills and qualities. Here’s a list of essential skills and competencies:
1. Communication Skills: The ability to communicate effectively with patients, their families, and healthcare professionals is crucial. This includes listening skills and the ability to convey information clearly.
2. Empathy and Compassion: Healthcare support workers must be able to show kindness and understanding towards patients, many of whom may be vulnerable or in distress.
3. Teamwork: Working well with others is essential in a healthcare setting. Support workers often collaborate with nurses, doctors, and other healthcare professionals.
4. Attention to Detail: Being able to notice changes in a patient’s condition and being meticulous about following care plans and procedures is vital.
5. Organizational Skills: The ability to manage time effectively and prioritize tasks in a busy healthcare environment is important.
6. Basic Medical Knowledge: Familiarity with basic medical terminology and an understanding of healthcare practices can be beneficial.
7. Physical Stamina and Strength: The role can be physically demanding, requiring the ability to lift and move patients or equipment.
8. Problem-Solving Skills: The ability to think on your feet and adapt to changing situations is useful in healthcare settings.
9. Respect for Diversity: Understanding and respecting different backgrounds, cultures, and needs of patients is essential for providing inclusive care.
10. Technical Skills: Basic computer skills may be needed for maintaining patient records and using healthcare software.
11. Confidentiality and Professionalism: Adhering to ethical standards and maintaining patient confidentiality is critical in healthcare.
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