Band 3 Healthcare Assistant - Ardenleigh in Birmingham inBirmingham PUBLISHED WED 8 JAN 2025 Jump to job information section
Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust rFZ0GqxA2o8nePKX
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Do you enjoy supporting women to improve their quality of life?
Do you want to make a difference?
Are you passionate about delivering Trauma Informed Care?
If you answered ‘YES’ to the above, this job could be for you.
We are looking to recruit healthcare assistants to work within the Secure Blended Women’s Service.
To work within an established team who always strive to offer high quality care to our service users. We are looking for someone who can adapt to change, be open to new expereicnes and is able to communicate easily with people from diverse backgrounds. You will recieve regular clinical supervision/ reflective practice from a range of professionals to enable you to excel within your role on the ward. You will also have access to aditional training to enhance your learning around Trauma Informed Care and Dialectical Behavioural Skills awareness.
Welcome to Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust. Our 4000 clinical and support staff help us to improve mental health wellbeing and meet the needs of the 70,000 people we serve each year. We provide a range of mental healthcare services across Birmingham and Solihull, as well as specialised services nationally. We also offer medical, nursing and psychology training and are proud of our international reputation for both research and innovation.
Our population is culturally diverse, characterised in places by high levels of deprivation which create an increasing demand for our services and a necessity for us to make sure everyone can access the help they need. We are a team of compassionate, inclusive and committed people working together to provide excellent care to support our community. If you are looking for a place to belong, where you can make a real difference to people’s lives, join our team where our warm welcome is waiting for you.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Charlotte Downes Job title: Ward Manager Email address: Telephone number:
Do you want to make a difference?
Are you passionate about delivering Trauma Informed Care?
If you answered ‘YES’ to the above, this job could be for you.
We are looking to recruit healthcare assistants to work within the Secure Blended Women’s Service.
To work within an established team who always strive to offer high quality care to our service users. We are looking for someone who can adapt to change, be open to new expereicnes and is able to communicate easily with people from diverse backgrounds. You will recieve regular clinical supervision/ reflective practice from a range of professionals to enable you to excel within your role on the ward. You will also have access to aditional training to enhance your learning around Trauma Informed Care and Dialectical Behavioural Skills awareness.
Welcome to Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust. Our 4000 clinical and support staff help us to improve mental health wellbeing and meet the needs of the 70,000 people we serve each year. We provide a range of mental healthcare services across Birmingham and Solihull, as well as specialised services nationally. We also offer medical, nursing and psychology training and are proud of our international reputation for both research and innovation.
Our population is culturally diverse, characterised in places by high levels of deprivation which create an increasing demand for our services and a necessity for us to make sure everyone can access the help they need. We are a team of compassionate, inclusive and committed people working together to provide excellent care to support our community. If you are looking for a place to belong, where you can make a real difference to people’s lives, join our team where our warm welcome is waiting for you.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Charlotte Downes Job title: Ward Manager Email address: Telephone number:
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To work as a Band 3 Healthcare Assistant in the UK, you typically need a combination of essential skills and qualities. While specific requirements can vary by employer and job role, here are some common skills and attributes that are generally important:
1. Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills are crucial for interacting with patients, families, and healthcare professionals effectively.
2. Empathy and Compassion: Being able to show understanding and compassion toward patients is essential in providing quality care.
3. Teamwork: Ability to work well as part of a multidisciplinary team, cooperating with nurses, doctors, and other healthcare staff.
4. Attention to Detail: Observing and accurately interpreting patient conditions and needs is vital in healthcare settings.
5. Basic Clinical Skills: Familiarity with basic clinical tasks such as taking vital signs (blood pressure, temperature, etc.), assisting with personal care, and understanding medical protocols.
6. Physical Fitness: The role may involve a considerable amount of physical activity, including lifting and moving patients, so being physically fit is important.
7. Time Management: Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively to ensure patient care is delivered promptly.
8. Adaptability and Flexibility: Healthcare environments can be unpredictable, so being able to adapt to changing situations and patient needs is important.
9. Basic IT Skills: Familiarity with healthcare IT systems and willingness to learn particular software used in the facility.
10. Health and Safety Knowledge: Understanding of infection control, health and safety regulations, and proper handling of hazardous materials.
11. Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to identify issues and take appropriate actions in response to patient needs or changes in their condition.
12. Patience and Resilience: Working with patients can be challenging, so having patience and the ability to remain calm under pressure is essential.
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