Health Care Assistant in Ascott-Under-Wychwood inAscott-Under-Wychwood PUBLISHED TUE 25 MAR 2025 Jump to job information section
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Job Summary
We are looking for a keen enthusiastic person to join our team for 9 months to cover maternity leave. We are based in the gynaecology ambulatory centre at Heatherwood hospital in Ascot.
Main duties of the job
We are a busy unit, with both procedure and general clinics.
Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust is committed to being an inclusive and disability confident employer and has been awarded the Gold for the Armed Forces Employment Recognition Scheme. We provide first class development opportunities for all staff and have a wide range of professional, management and leadership, and clinical skills training available.
Here at Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust, we know how important it is to have a healthy work life balance; this benefits not only individuals but the patients we care for too.
We encourage applications from people who wish to work on a flexible basis, recognising that flexibility may mean a range of different working patterns and hours, we do our utmost to work with our staff to meet their needs and the needs of our service and its users.
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Date posted
19 March 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 2
Salary
£24,873 a year per annum
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
9 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
151-CH041
Job locations
Heatherwood Hopsital
Brook Avenue
Ascot
SL5 7GB
Job Description
Job responsibilities
Job Description
Job responsibilities
Person Specification
Essential
Desirable
Essential
Desirable
Essential
Desirable
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
Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Heatherwood Hopsital
Brook Avenue
Ascot
SL5 7GB
Employer's website
https://jobsincare.com/job/jbliZ7hw (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Heatherwood Hopsital
Brook Avenue
Ascot
SL5 7GB
Employer's website
https://jobsincare.com/job/jbliZ7hw (Opens in a new tab)
We are looking for a keen enthusiastic person to join our team for 9 months to cover maternity leave. We are based in the gynaecology ambulatory centre at Heatherwood hospital in Ascot.
Main duties of the job
We are a busy unit, with both procedure and general clinics.
- Set up the clinic rooms at the start of the session and clean down at the end of the day.
- Chaperone in clinic
- Work with other members of the team to ensure the safe and effective running of the clinics
- Ensuring that all the equipment is clean and ready for use
Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust is committed to being an inclusive and disability confident employer and has been awarded the Gold for the Armed Forces Employment Recognition Scheme. We provide first class development opportunities for all staff and have a wide range of professional, management and leadership, and clinical skills training available.
Here at Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust, we know how important it is to have a healthy work life balance; this benefits not only individuals but the patients we care for too.
We encourage applications from people who wish to work on a flexible basis, recognising that flexibility may mean a range of different working patterns and hours, we do our utmost to work with our staff to meet their needs and the needs of our service and its users.
Frimley Health Trust benefits on Vimeo
Date posted
19 March 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 2
Salary
£24,873 a year per annum
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
9 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
151-CH041
Job locations
Heatherwood Hopsital
Brook Avenue
Ascot
SL5 7GB
Job Description
Job responsibilities
- To ensure that all patients, visitors and staff are treated in a courteous, professionaland caring manner and receive prompt assistance when required.
- To promote equality for all individuals, taking into consideration their cultural andreligious beliefs, customs and values.
- To always maintain the individuals dignity.
- To always adhere to hospital policy in relation to patient confidentiality.
Job Description
Job responsibilities
- To ensure that all patients, visitors and staff are treated in a courteous, professionaland caring manner and receive prompt assistance when required.
- To promote equality for all individuals, taking into consideration their cultural andreligious beliefs, customs and values.
- To always maintain the individuals dignity.
- To always adhere to hospital policy in relation to patient confidentiality.
Person Specification
Essential
Desirable
- working in health care setting
Essential
- flexible re working hours
Desirable
- experience within hospital
Essential
- flexible re working hours
Desirable
- experience within hospital
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
Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Heatherwood Hopsital
Brook Avenue
Ascot
SL5 7GB
Employer's website
https://jobsincare.com/job/jbliZ7hw (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Heatherwood Hopsital
Brook Avenue
Ascot
SL5 7GB
Employer's website
https://jobsincare.com/job/jbliZ7hw (Opens in a new tab)
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To work as a Health Care Assistant (HCA) in the UK, you will need a variety of skills and qualities to provide effective care and support to patients. Here are some essential skills and qualifications:
1. Communication Skills: Ability to communicate clearly and empathetically with patients, their families, and other healthcare professionals.
2. Interpersonal Skills: Building rapport with patients and providing emotional support is crucial.
3. Compassion and Empathy: Understanding the feelings and experiences of patients to provide the best possible care.
4. Physical Stamina and Strength: The role may involve lifting and moving patients, as well as being on your feet for long periods.
5. Teamwork: Collaborating with other healthcare professionals to deliver coordinated care.
6. Patience and Resilience: Caring for patients, especially those with complex needs, can be challenging, so patience is essential.
7. Attention to Detail: Noticing changes in a patient's condition and following care plans accurately.
8. Basic IT Skills: Many healthcare environments use electronic patient records, so familiarity with computers is beneficial.
9. Organizational Skills: Managing your time and priorities effectively to ensure that all patient needs are met.
10. Understanding of Health and Safety Regulations: Knowledge of infection control, safeguarding, and maintaining a safe environment for both patients and staff.
11. Basic Clinical Skills: Depending on the setting, you may need skills such as taking vital signs (temperature, pulse, blood pressure), assisting with personal care, and understanding basic medical terminology.
Qualifications
While formal qualifications are not always required to become an HCA, some employers may prefer candidates with:
- Relevant Experience: Experience in care settings, either paid or voluntary, is highly valued.
- NVQs or Diplomas: Qualifications in Health and Social Care, such as an NVQ Level 2 or 3, can enhance your employability.
- Basic First Aid Certification: Having this certification can be beneficial.
Additional Training
Many employers offer on-the-job training, and you may also be expected to complete mandatory training courses, such as:
- Manual handling
- Health and safety
- Safeguarding vulnerable adults and children
- Infection prevention and control
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