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Healthcare Support WorkerinMaidstoneinMaidstonePUBLISHED THU 13 MAR 2025

Band 3: £24,071 to £25,674 a year per annum pro rata  PERMANENT 
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Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS TrustFollow Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust

Opportunity to work in a progressive and supportive environment, fostering personal and professional growth.
Ability to develop new skills through a combination of administrative and clinical duties, enhancing versatility in the healthcare sector.
Chance to make a meaningful impact on individuals' health and well-being, working with diverse populations with varied sexual health needs.
Support for career advancement by working towards an equivalent qualification in health and social care, boosting employability.
Engagement in cross-site working across multiple districts, providing a dynamic work environment and diverse experiences.
Involvement in flexible working hours, including evenings and weekends, accommodating a variety of lifestyle needs.
Training provided through the Trust's Clinical Induction Programme, ensuring a comprehensive onboarding experience to prepare for the role.
Join Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust as a Healthcare Support Worker and make a real difference in the lives of individuals across North and West Kent. We’re on the lookout for passionate, caring women who are enthusiastic about providing essential support in a progressive environment. In this diverse role, you’ll work closely with people from all walks of life, tackling a range of sexual health and contraception needs. Flexibility is key, as the position will involve administrative and clinical tasks across multiple sites, including evenings and weekends.

At Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust, we believe in empowering our staff through professional development, offering opportunities to gain qualifications in health and social care. You’ll be supported every step of the way, starting with a comprehensive induction programme designed specifically for Healthcare Support Workers. If you have a caring heart and are ready to enhance your skills while making a meaningful impact, apply today—don’t miss your chance, as roles like this attract a high level of interest!
Opportunity to work in a progressive and supportive environment, fostering personal and professional growth.
Ability to develop new skills through a combination of administrative and clinical duties, enhancing versatility in the healthcare sector.
Chance to make a meaningful impact on individuals' health and well-being, working with diverse populations with varied sexual health needs.
Support for career advancement by working towards an equivalent qualification in health and social care, boosting employability.
Engagement in cross-site working across multiple districts, providing a dynamic work environment and diverse experiences.
Involvement in flexible working hours, including evenings and weekends, accommodating a variety of lifestyle needs.
Training provided through the Trust's Clinical Induction Programme, ensuring a comprehensive onboarding experience to prepare for the role.

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The National Health Service (NHS) is a cornerstone of healthcare in the United Kingdom, established in 1948 with the simple yet profound principle of providing healthcare to all citizens, free at the point of use. This revolutionary system aimed to ensure that access to medical services would not depend on an individual’s financial situation, a concept that has since become fundamental to British societal values.Learn more...
Useful skills for a Healthcare Support Worker:
To work as a Healthcare Support Worker in the UK, you typically need a combination of skills and qualities. Here’s a list of essential skills and competencies:
1. Communication Skills: The ability to communicate effectively with patients, their families, and healthcare professionals is crucial. This includes listening skills and the ability to convey information clearly.
2. Empathy and Compassion: Healthcare support workers must be able to show kindness and understanding towards patients, many of whom may be vulnerable or in distress.
3. Teamwork: Working well with others is essential in a healthcare setting. Support workers often collaborate with nurses, doctors, and other healthcare professionals.
4. Attention to Detail: Being able to notice changes in a patient’s condition and being meticulous about following care plans and procedures is vital.
5. Organizational Skills: The ability to manage time effectively and prioritize tasks in a busy healthcare environment is important.
6. Basic Medical Knowledge: Familiarity with basic medical terminology and an understanding of healthcare practices can be beneficial.
7. Physical Stamina and Strength: The role can be physically demanding, requiring the ability to lift and move patients or equipment.
8. Problem-Solving Skills: The ability to think on your feet and adapt to changing situations is useful in healthcare settings.
9. Respect for Diversity: Understanding and respecting different backgrounds, cultures, and needs of patients is essential for providing inclusive care.
10. Technical Skills: Basic computer skills may be needed for maintaining patient records and using healthcare software.
11. Confidentiality and Professionalism: Adhering to ethical standards and maintaining patient confidentiality is critical in healthcare.
 


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