Healthcare AssistantinDaventryinDaventryPUBLISHED THU 20 MAR 2025
Opportunity to work in a friendly and collaborative team environment with healthcare professionals, enhancing your learning and development.
A vital role in providing patient care that contributes to the comfort and well-being of individuals undergoing surgery, making a meaningful difference in their healthcare experience.
Part-time position offers flexibility, allowing for a balanced work-life situation while still engaging in a rewarding career.
Exposure to a diverse range of healthcare settings, including outpatient clinics and day surgery units, broadening your experience in the healthcare field.
Potential for career development within the NHS, as the Trust promotes a culture of learning and professional growth.
Work with cutting-edge healthcare practices in podiatric surgery, gaining specialized knowledge and skills in a niche area.
Competitive salary range for a Band 3 role, reflecting the importance of the Healthcare Assistant in the medical team.
Join Our Caring Team as a Healthcare Assistant in Daventry!
Are you passionate about making a difference in people’s lives? Northamptonshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is looking for a dedicated and compassionate Band 3 Healthcare Assistant to join our friendly Podiatric Surgery Department at Danetre Hospital. This rewarding role focuses on providing top-notch care to patients in our Day Surgery Unit, where your support will help make their pre and post-surgery experience as comfortable and reassuring as possible. With flexible part-time hours on Tuesdays and Thursdays, this position is perfect for those seeking a role that fits around other commitments while still allowing for a meaningful impact in healthcare.
As part of our collaborative team of healthcare professionals, you will take on a variety of responsibilities—from assisting patients to ensuring the smooth operation of the unit. Previous healthcare experience is essential, as you'll work closely with Surgeons, Nurses, and Podiatrists to deliver exceptional patient care. If you’re great at communicating, enjoy working in a dynamic environment, and are eager to learn, we want to hear from you! Join us in our mission to provide outstanding care while developing your career within a supportive community. Apply today and be part of something truly special!
Opportunity to work in a friendly and collaborative team environment with healthcare professionals, enhancing your learning and development.
A vital role in providing patient care that contributes to the comfort and well-being of individuals undergoing surgery, making a meaningful difference in their healthcare experience.
Part-time position offers flexibility, allowing for a balanced work-life situation while still engaging in a rewarding career.
Exposure to a diverse range of healthcare settings, including outpatient clinics and day surgery units, broadening your experience in the healthcare field.
Potential for career development within the NHS, as the Trust promotes a culture of learning and professional growth.
Work with cutting-edge healthcare practices in podiatric surgery, gaining specialized knowledge and skills in a niche area.
Competitive salary range for a Band 3 role, reflecting the importance of the Healthcare Assistant in the medical team.
Job Summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen within the NHFT Podiatric Surgery Department. We are a small and friendly team looking for a highly motivated and enthusiastic candidate to take on the role of Band 3 HCA within the Day Surgery Unit at Danetre Hospital.
The post holder will be working with Podiatric Surgeons, Registrar, Extended Scope Podiatrists, Podiatrists, Theatre Nurse, Operating Department Practitioner, Senior Theatre Assistant, HCA and Administration staff. The service offers Outpatient Clinics at Danetre Hospital Daventry, and Isebrook Hospital Wellingborough, with Day Surgery based at the facilities of Danetre Hospital. The service is currently open from Monday to Friday.
Please note that sponsorship is not available for this part-time position as it does not meet the UKVI eligibility criteria for a Skilled Worker visa.
Main duties of the job
This role involves helping patients feel as comfortable and stress-free as possible pre and post-surgery on the Day Surgery ward area. This varied and interesting role will also involve the day-to-day preparation and smooth running of the unit.Previous experience of working in healthcare is essential.
You will be working under the guidance of healthcare professionals and assisting with patient care when needed.
The post holder will be based at Danetre Hospital with a requirement to travel to other sites within the Trust for training. The ability to travel independently between these sites is therefore essential.
Initially the post holder will be required to work 15 hours per week over Tuesdays and Thursdays with some flexibility required to cover the needs of the service.
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.
NHFT promotes a culture of learning to improve the care and safety of our patients and staff, which focuses on people who enable our Trust to be 'outstanding' by supporting opportunity, innovation, development and growth.
Date posted
13 March 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
£24,to £25,674 a year pa pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
270-TF895-ACS
Job locations
Danetre Hospital
London Road
Daventry
NN11 4DY
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
Qualifications 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
Danetre Hos
An exciting opportunity has arisen within the NHFT Podiatric Surgery Department. We are a small and friendly team looking for a highly motivated and enthusiastic candidate to take on the role of Band 3 HCA within the Day Surgery Unit at Danetre Hospital.
The post holder will be working with Podiatric Surgeons, Registrar, Extended Scope Podiatrists, Podiatrists, Theatre Nurse, Operating Department Practitioner, Senior Theatre Assistant, HCA and Administration staff. The service offers Outpatient Clinics at Danetre Hospital Daventry, and Isebrook Hospital Wellingborough, with Day Surgery based at the facilities of Danetre Hospital. The service is currently open from Monday to Friday.
Please note that sponsorship is not available for this part-time position as it does not meet the UKVI eligibility criteria for a Skilled Worker visa.
Main duties of the job
This role involves helping patients feel as comfortable and stress-free as possible pre and post-surgery on the Day Surgery ward area. This varied and interesting role will also involve the day-to-day preparation and smooth running of the unit.Previous experience of working in healthcare is essential.
You will be working under the guidance of healthcare professionals and assisting with patient care when needed.
The post holder will be based at Danetre Hospital with a requirement to travel to other sites within the Trust for training. The ability to travel independently between these sites is therefore essential.
Initially the post holder will be required to work 15 hours per week over Tuesdays and Thursdays with some flexibility required to cover the needs of the service.
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.
NHFT promotes a culture of learning to improve the care and safety of our patients and staff, which focuses on people who enable our Trust to be 'outstanding' by supporting opportunity, innovation, development and growth.
Date posted
13 March 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
£24,to £25,674 a year pa pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
270-TF895-ACS
Job locations
Danetre Hospital
London Road
Daventry
NN11 4DY
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
Qualifications Essential
- English and Mathematics GCSE Grade C or equivalent
- National Vocational Qualifications (NVQ) at level 2 or 3, in a healthcare related subject or equivalent qualification
- Care Certificate / willing to undertake
- Good communication skills (verbal, written, non-verbal)
- Ability to be flexible in approach to working and responsive to change
- Good organisational skills
- Knowledge and training for using glucometers
- Previous experience of working in a healthcare environment
- Basic Life Support training
- Infection Control training
- Experience in working in a high pressure environment
- Basic IT skills
- Experience of engaging and communicating effectively with people at all levels
- Recording patients observations, including the use of the NEWS
- Experience of working within a team
- Manual handling training and experience
- Experience of working within a Day Surgery / Surgical setting
- Driving licence, access to a car
- English and Mathematics GCSE Grade C or equivalent
- National Vocational Qualifications (NVQ) at level 2 or 3, in a healthcare related subject or equivalent qualification
- Care Certificate / willing to undertake
- Good communication skills (verbal, written, non-verbal)
- Ability to be flexible in approach to working and responsive to change
- Good organisational skills
- Knowledge and training for using glucometers
- Previous experience of working in a healthcare environment
- Basic Life Support training
- Infection Control training
- Experience in working in a high pressure environment
- Basic IT skills
- Experience of engaging and communicating effectively with people at all levels
- Recording patients observations, including the use of the NEWS
- Experience of working within a team
- Manual handling training and experience
- Experience of working within a Day Surgery / Surgical setting
- Driving licence, access to a car
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
Danetre Hos
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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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