Healthcare Assistant inNorthampton inNorthampton PUBLISHED
TUE 14 JAN 2025
Opportunity to work in an 'Outstanding' rated Trust according to recent CQC inspections, ensuring a high standard of care.
Engagement with diverse patient populations, including older adults with various mental health challenges, allowing for impactful work.
In-depth clinical skills development programs to enhance career progression and professional growth.
Supportive multi-disciplinary team environment, promoting collaboration and communication among healthcare professionals.
Access to training and induction programs, including the Care Certificate, providing essential knowledge and skills from the start.
A role that emphasizes the importance of compassion and empathy, allowing for meaningful relationships with service users and their families.
Flexible working shifts, including weekends and nights, accommodating personal schedules while contributing to 24-hour care.
The Northamptonshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a compassionate and motivated Band 3 Healthcare Assistant to join their team in the older adult inpatient wards at Berrywood Hospital. This role involves caring for service users aged 65 and over who are experiencing mental health challenges, such as anxiety and depression. The successful candidate will engage in activities that promote well-being, work collaboratively in a multi-disciplinary environment, and participate in shift work, including weekends and nights. The Trust is dedicated to continuous improvement in care and offers a supportive induction program, including the Care Certificate, to develop essential skills for staff.
Candidates should have experience in healthcare and a genuine interest in caring for older adults. Key qualities include excellent communication, reliability, and resilience in a demanding setting. Essential qualifications include good literacy and numeracy skills, while previous experience in mental health care is desirable. The position offers a salary range of £24,071 to £25,674 per annum, pro rata, with opportunities for professional development within the NHS framework.
Candidates should have experience in healthcare and a genuine interest in caring for older adults. Key qualities include excellent communication, reliability, and resilience in a demanding setting. Essential qualifications include good literacy and numeracy skills, while previous experience in mental health care is desirable. The position offers a salary range of £24,071 to £25,674 per annum, pro rata, with opportunities for professional development within the NHS framework.
Job Summary
Looking for a new challenge working in mental health care?
Northamptonshire Healthcare Foundation Trust (NHFT) has a vacancy for a Band 3 Healthcare assistant across older adult inpatient wards. NHFT is a forward thinking and innovative trust which was graded 'Outstanding' in the last CQC inspection.
There are 2 Older Adult Units based at Berrywood Hospital. Riverside Unit is a purpose built 16 bedded in-patient unit for service-users aged 65 years and over experiencing mental health difficulties and Brookview is our 8 bedded Dementia ward. They offer modern comfortable accommodation for service users and are a pleasant environment for carers to visits their family and friends and for staff to work in. As a hospital we strive to continually improve the care that we deliver as well as nurturing the relationships we have with our service users, carers and other people involved in an individual's care.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for individuals who have a genuine interest and desire to care for older adults with mental health needs such as Anxiety and depression. We require staff that are compassionate and empathetic to the needs of our service users and carers.
As a 24 hour service, the successful candidate will be expected to work shifts including weekends and night duty. You will also benefit from a programme of clinical skills development which will develop your skills and abilities within the role.
There is a strong emphasis on a multi-disciplinary approach to care, which is highly focused on service user needs; therefore team working and effective communication skills are essential. Staff will be required to engage in the provision of activities to promote well-being.
The successful candidate will possess excellent interpersonal skills, be highly motivated with a positive person centred approach, as well as being able to motivate others. Other skills required for the role are to be reliable and have resilience to working in a busy and at times stressful environment. The ability to undertake physical interventions training is essential.
About Us
NHFT is an integrated primary care and mental health Trust, providing physical, mental health and specialty services in both hospital settings and out in the community. Because we put the person at the centre of all we do, we focus on delivering care that is as easy to access as possible. This means many of our services can be provided at home, work or in schools.We also provide health services to various prisons and detention centres in Bedfordshire and Cambridgeshire.
All staff in a non-registered staff role will undertake NHFT's Prepare to Care programme as part of their induction. Using a blended learning approach, you will attain key skills and competencies enabling you to provide safe and compassionate care from the very start. Alongside this, you will also complete the Care Certificate within your first 12 weeks of employment, this may act as stepping stone should you wish to further your career later on. You will be supported through your induction by a dedicated team, who's primary focus is to ensure you have the right skills to do your job effectively.
Date posted
13 January 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
£24,to £25,674 a year pa, pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
270-TF560-MH-A
Job locations
Berrywood Hospital
Berrywood Drive, Duston
Northampton
NN5 6UD
Job Description
Job responsibilities
For further information on the advertised role, please refer to the job description located under the Supporting Documents heading. The full person specification can be accessed under the About You Section of the document.
Responsibilities
Job description Job responsibilities
For further information on the advertised role, please refer to the job description located under the Supporting Documents heading. The full person specification can be accessed under the About You Section of the document.
Person Specification
Experience Essential
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
Northamptonshire Healthcare Foundation Trust
Address
Berrywood Hospital
Berrywood Drive, Duston
Northampton
NN5 6UD
Employer's websi
Looking for a new challenge working in mental health care?
Northamptonshire Healthcare Foundation Trust (NHFT) has a vacancy for a Band 3 Healthcare assistant across older adult inpatient wards. NHFT is a forward thinking and innovative trust which was graded 'Outstanding' in the last CQC inspection.
There are 2 Older Adult Units based at Berrywood Hospital. Riverside Unit is a purpose built 16 bedded in-patient unit for service-users aged 65 years and over experiencing mental health difficulties and Brookview is our 8 bedded Dementia ward. They offer modern comfortable accommodation for service users and are a pleasant environment for carers to visits their family and friends and for staff to work in. As a hospital we strive to continually improve the care that we deliver as well as nurturing the relationships we have with our service users, carers and other people involved in an individual's care.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for individuals who have a genuine interest and desire to care for older adults with mental health needs such as Anxiety and depression. We require staff that are compassionate and empathetic to the needs of our service users and carers.
As a 24 hour service, the successful candidate will be expected to work shifts including weekends and night duty. You will also benefit from a programme of clinical skills development which will develop your skills and abilities within the role.
There is a strong emphasis on a multi-disciplinary approach to care, which is highly focused on service user needs; therefore team working and effective communication skills are essential. Staff will be required to engage in the provision of activities to promote well-being.
The successful candidate will possess excellent interpersonal skills, be highly motivated with a positive person centred approach, as well as being able to motivate others. Other skills required for the role are to be reliable and have resilience to working in a busy and at times stressful environment. The ability to undertake physical interventions training is essential.
About Us
NHFT is an integrated primary care and mental health Trust, providing physical, mental health and specialty services in both hospital settings and out in the community. Because we put the person at the centre of all we do, we focus on delivering care that is as easy to access as possible. This means many of our services can be provided at home, work or in schools.We also provide health services to various prisons and detention centres in Bedfordshire and Cambridgeshire.
All staff in a non-registered staff role will undertake NHFT's Prepare to Care programme as part of their induction. Using a blended learning approach, you will attain key skills and competencies enabling you to provide safe and compassionate care from the very start. Alongside this, you will also complete the Care Certificate within your first 12 weeks of employment, this may act as stepping stone should you wish to further your career later on. You will be supported through your induction by a dedicated team, who's primary focus is to ensure you have the right skills to do your job effectively.
Date posted
13 January 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
£24,to £25,674 a year pa, pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
270-TF560-MH-A
Job locations
Berrywood Hospital
Berrywood Drive, Duston
Northampton
NN5 6UD
Job Description
Job responsibilities
For further information on the advertised role, please refer to the job description located under the Supporting Documents heading. The full person specification can be accessed under the About You Section of the document.
Responsibilities
Job description Job responsibilities
For further information on the advertised role, please refer to the job description located under the Supporting Documents heading. The full person specification can be accessed under the About You Section of the document.
Person Specification
Experience Essential
- Experience of working in healthcare
- Experience of working in mental health
- Evidence of good numeracy skills
- Evidence of good literacy skills
- GCSE Maths and English/Equivalent
- Nvq Health and social care
- Evidence of 6 C's
- Evidence of good communication skills
- Interest in older adults
- Evidence of knowledge relevant to care needs of others
- Common sense approach to emergency situations
- Awareness of Mental health legislation and polcies
- Experience of working in healthcare
- Experience of working in mental health
- Evidence of good numeracy skills
- Evidence of good literacy skills
- GCSE Maths and English/Equivalent
- Nvq Health and social care
- Evidence of 6 C's
- Evidence of good communication skills
- Interest in older adults
- Evidence of knowledge relevant to care needs of others
- Common sense approach to emergency situations
- Awareness of Mental health legislation and polcies
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
Northamptonshire Healthcare Foundation Trust
Address
Berrywood Hospital
Berrywood Drive, Duston
Northampton
NN5 6UD
Employer's websi
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To work as a Healthcare Assistant (HCA) in the UK, you need a combination of practical skills, personal qualities, and a basic understanding of healthcare principles. While specific requirements might vary depending on the employer or the care setting, here are the key skills and attributes typically required:
Essential Skills:
1. Communication Skills:
- Ability to communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare professionals.
- Good listening skills to understand patients' needs and concerns.
2. Empathy and Compassion:
- Understanding and sensitivity to the feelings of patients.
- Ability to provide emotional support and reassurance.
3. Basic Clinical Skills:
- Understanding of basic health and hygiene standards.
- Ability to assist with daily living activities (bathing, dressing, feeding, etc.).
- Monitoring vital signs (blood pressure, temperature, pulse) can also be necessary.
4. Teamwork:
- Ability to work collaboratively with other healthcare professionals.
- Being a supportive team player.
5. Time Management:
- Ability to prioritize tasks efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
- Managing time effectively to ensure all patients receive appropriate care.
6. Attention to Detail:
- Being meticulous in following care plans and documenting changes in patients’ conditions.
- Paying close attention to patient safety.
7. Problem Solving Skills:
- Ability to respond to a variety of situations and challenges quickly and effectively.
- Competence in recognizing changes in a patient's condition and taking appropriate action.
8. Physical Stamina:
- Capability to perform physically demanding tasks, such as lifting and moving patients.
- Maintaining energy and stamina for long shifts.
Personal Qualities:
- Patience: Working in healthcare can be challenging; patience is crucial when dealing with patients who may be distressed or unwell.
- Reliability: Being dependable and trustworthy is essential for providing good patient care.
- Adaptability: Flexibility to handle varying work environments and situations.
- Respectfulness: Maintaining dignity for patients and treating them respectfully.
Training and Qualifications:
While formal qualifications may not always be required, having a relevant qualification, such as a Level 2 or Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care, can be beneficial. Some employers provide on-the-job training, and courses in first aid, safeguarding, or infection control may also be useful.
Experience:
Any previous experience in healthcare, customer service, or caring environments can greatly enhance your application. Volunteering in hospitals, care homes, or community services can provide valuable experience and skills.
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