Healthcare AssistantinWestcliff-On-SeainWestcliff-On-SeaPUBLISHED SUN 30 MAR 2025
Opportunity to make a positive difference in people's lives by providing compassionate care.
Comprehensive training and support provided for individuals with or without prior experience.
Access to continuous learning and development opportunities to build a rewarding career in healthcare.
Inclusive work culture that values diversity and promotes a sense of belonging among staff.
Flexible working arrangements with options for full-time and part-time positions, accommodating various lifestyles.
Potential career progression leading to roles as nurses, nursing associates, or midwives.
A strong team ethos with the chance to work as part of a multidisciplinary team to provide high-quality patient care.
Are you passionate about helping others? Join the Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust as a Healthcare Assistant in Westcliff-On-Sea and make a real difference in your community. Whether you're an experienced professional or new to the care sector, we want to hear from you! We value kindness and compassion above all, and our supportive team is ready to provide you with the training and development you need to thrive in your role. Plus, there's potential for career progression – many of our Healthcare Assistants go on to become nurses or midwives!
In this rewarding position, you'll work alongside a dedicated multi-disciplinary team, delivering high-quality care under the guidance of trained nurses. Your daily tasks may include assisting patients with personal care, serving meals, and providing a comforting presence to those in need. If you're a cheerful and friendly individual with a keen desire to support patients and their families, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. We provide flexible working arrangements and encourage applications from all backgrounds, particularly those from underrepresented groups. Embrace a fulfilling career in healthcare today!
In this rewarding position, you'll work alongside a dedicated multi-disciplinary team, delivering high-quality care under the guidance of trained nurses. Your daily tasks may include assisting patients with personal care, serving meals, and providing a comforting presence to those in need. If you're a cheerful and friendly individual with a keen desire to support patients and their families, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. We provide flexible working arrangements and encourage applications from all backgrounds, particularly those from underrepresented groups. Embrace a fulfilling career in healthcare today!
Opportunity to make a positive difference in people's lives by providing compassionate care.
Comprehensive training and support provided for individuals with or without prior experience.
Access to continuous learning and development opportunities to build a rewarding career in healthcare.
Inclusive work culture that values diversity and promotes a sense of belonging among staff.
Flexible working arrangements with options for full-time and part-time positions, accommodating various lifestyles.
Potential career progression leading to roles as nurses, nursing associates, or midwives.
A strong team ethos with the chance to work as part of a multidisciplinary team to provide high-quality patient care.
Job Summary
Do you want to make a difference to people's lives?
We are looking for individuals with or without experience to work in healthcare, to join the NHS family helping people from your local community. Healthcare Support Worker opportunities are available in ophthalmology.
No experience? No problem. We will teach you everything you need to know. To us, it is more important that you are a caring and kind person with a genuine desire to help and support patients and their families. If this sounds like you, then you already have the skills that make a great Health Care Support Worker.
Right from the time you join us, you will have access to learning, development and training opportunities. As you progress in your NHS career you will acquire the knowledge, skills and confidence you need to provide safe and compassionate patient care.
Mid and South Essex is a great place to work, offering a working environment with an inclusive culture that looks after and values our people and creates a sense of belonging. We encourage applications from people who embrace our values and who will enable us to expand our diverse workforce.
The Healthcare Support Worker role can also lead to a range of career opportunities. With the right support, those who want to can undertake the necessary training to become our future nurses, nursing associates and midwives.
Main duties of the job
The Health Care Assistant will function as part of the multi-disciplinary team within the ward or department to provide a seamless service & high-quality care to patients under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse.
It is expected that the Health Care Assistant will continue to develop their own capabilities and knowledge of nursing tasks in line with the Trusts career pathway.
The HCA is expected to undertake care to meet the needs of the patients under the supervision of a qualified nurse, working within the Trust's policies and procedures and the philosophy of the unit. Working collaboratively as part of the unit team.
About Us
As aHealth Care Support Worker, youwill be a hugely valuable support to our Nursing and Midwifery teams providing care to our patients. Every day will be different and you will work alongside the rest of the team carrying out a wide range of tasks and assisting with care to support the needs of the patients and their families.
- Examples of what you may do as part of your role
- Washing and dressing patients
- Serving meals and feeding patients
- Helping patients to move around
- Making beds
- Talking to patients and their families
- Monitoring patient condition
- Skills and personal attributes needed
- Caring and kind
- Cheerful and friendly
- Keen to support patients with their personal needs including washing and toileting
- Able to follow direct instructions
- Happy to work in a team but also able to use own initiative
- Have good listening and communication skills
- Be well organised
- We look forward to hearing from you and wish you good luck ** Date posted 28 March 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 2 Salary £23,615 a year Per Annum (Pro Rata for Part Time) Contract Fixed term Duration 9 months Working pattern Full-time, Part-time Reference number 390-SUR-SO-5091 Job locations Southend
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Job Description
Job responsibilities
- What we Offer:
- Range of opportunities for flexible working
- Strong team ethos
- NHS salary structure and pension
- 27 days holiday plus days off for bank holidays worked
- Enhanced pay when you work unsocial hours
- Maternity, paternity and adoption leave
- Childcare vouchers
- Wide range of LGBTI+ initiatives
- Health service discounts and online benefits
- Health and wellbeing support
- Discounts on public transport
- Disability Confident Reasonable adjustments
- What we Offer:
- Range of opportunities for flexible working
- Strong team ethos
- NHS salary structure and pension
- 27 days holiday plus days off for bank holidays worked
- Enhanced pay when you work unsocial hours
- Maternity, paternity and adoption leave
- Childcare vouchers
- Wide range of LGBTI+ initiatives
- Health service discounts and online benefits
- Health and wellbeing support
- Discounts on public transport
- Disability Confident Reasonable adjustments
Qualifications Essential
- Good literacy demonstrated through minimal spelling and grammatical errors throughout application
- Experience of working with the public
- Must be keen to learn new skills and flexible in the workplace
- Previous experience of working in a healthcare setting
- Healthcare Certificate
- Good IT skills
- Working within a team and experience of working in an environment with changing demands and priorities
- Working within a team
- Experience of working in an environment with changing demands and priorities
- Experience working in health care setting
- Experience working in ophthalmic setting
- Good literacy demonstrated through minimal spelling and grammatical errors throughout application
- Experience of working with the public
- Must be keen to learn new skills and flexible in the workplace
- Previous experience of working in a healthcare setting
- Healthcare Certificate
- Good IT skills
- Working within a team and experience of working in an environment with changing demands and priorities
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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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