Care Assistant inCamberley inCamberley PUBLISHED 22 JUL 2024

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Should you wish to apply to one of our Healthcare Support Worker roles please continue through to the application process.

Job Overview

In the past or recently you have shown an interest in positions within our Trust as a Healthcare support worker?

We are proud to offer a range of vacancies across any of our acute care directorates in Frimley Park Hospital.

We offer a huge range of learning opportunities and activities . Following your own development plan, you can choose the way to take your knowledge to the next level - whether you want to broaden your expertise, strengthen your specialist skills. There really are no barriers to your development!

This vacancy is linked to a Level 2 Apprenticeship. This will support you to gain relevant knowledge, skills and experience that will help you achieve your potential in this role. Working alongside the Trust’s experienced staff you will be supported to gain the apprenticeship qualification and functional skills in maths and English if required. This is a great opportunity to gain a national recognised qualification while you are working and earning, which will support you in both this role and in your future career at Frimley Health.

You will not be required to undertake an apprenticeship if you have previously completed a relevant apprenticeship, NVQ or similar qualification.

Should you wish to apply to one of our Healthcare Support Worker roles please continue through to the application process

Main duties of the job

You will be primarily assisting the nursing team with care of the patients and will facilitate the smooth running of the department. You need to be driven and prepared to deliver high quality care and attention to detail. In this role you can look forward to a career full of development opportunities and the support from an excellent team of healthcare professionals – working alongside a reliable and friendly team.

You will also have access to a full program of training and development as well as a range of employee benefits.

When joining Frimley Health, we can offer you a supportive working environment as well as training and development to meet your needs. If you have an interest in providing exceptional patient care as well as developing your clinical knowledge and skills then please apply via this vacancy.

Working for our organisation

Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust provides NHS hospital services for around 900,000 people across Berkshire, Hampshire, Surrey and south Buckinghamshire.

As well as delivering excellent general hospital services to local people, we provide specialist heart attack, vascular, stroke, spinal, cystic fibrosis and plastic surgery services across a much wider area.

We have three main hospitals - Frimley Park in Frimley near Camberley, Heatherwood in Ascot and Wexham Park near Slough.

Our three core values, and the behaviours that support them, guide everything we do and set out what we expect of our staff in the way they treat patients, visitors, service users and each other, Committed to Excellence, Working Together and Facing the Future.

We are also proud to host the Defence Medical Group South East at Frimley Park with military surgical, medical and nursing personnel working alongside the hospital's NHS staff providing care to patients in all specialties.

Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities

General responsibilities

To ensure that all patients, visitors and staff are treated in a courteous,

professional and caring manner and receive prompt assistance when

required.

To promote equality for all individuals, taking into consideration their cultural

and religious beliefs, customs and values.

To promote patient independence and maintain the individual’s dignity at all

times.

To adhere to hospital policy in relation to patient confidentiality at all times
To be aware of their responsibilities under the 1974 Health and Safety at

Work Act. Care should be taken in all aspects of work to ensure that these

and other safety regulations, e.g. C.O.S.H.H. and Manual Handling Policy are

adhered.

To report any accidents and/or incidents occurring to patients, visitors, staff

or oneself according to hospital policies.

To report any suspicious circumstances/individuals/packages immediately to

Senior Sister/Nurse in Charge or Site Manager.

To be aware of procedures to be followed in the case of Fire, Cardiac Arrest

and any other emergencies.

To be aware that the Post-holder should not become involved in any financial

matters with, or on behalf of, a patient or relative, e.g. witnessing a Will,

receipt of gifts etc. and to adhere to hospital policy on this issue.

Main duties and key tasks

The CA at this level is under training and will work under supervision until

competency for the following tasks has been achieved and agreed by the

departmental manager.

To enable patients/clients to maintain their personal hygiene and appearance

by, assisting patients with bathing, dressing, oral hygiene, bed making etc.

Enabling/facilitating patients to meet their own hygiene needs
Contribute to the movement and comfort of patients/clients by, encouraging

and assisting patients/clients in mobilisation.

Assisting with the movement of patients, for which instruction has been given,

taking into consideration patient comfort and safety.

Using equipment, for which instruction has been given, to mobilise/move

patients.

Assisting patients/clients to achieve physical comfort.
Recognising the risks to patients/clients who are not able to change their own

position.

Identifying and reporting possible problems and changes in a patient’s/client’s

condition.

Enable patients/clients to eat and drink by, assisting in menu selection,

liaising with trained staff regarding special diets, and being sensitive to

cultural requirements.

Helping patients who require assistance, to eat and drink.
Serving patients meals and beverages, removing all dirty utensils from patient
Job Overview

In the past or recently you have shown an interest in positions within our Trust as a Healthcare support worker?

We are proud to offer a range of vacancies across any of our acute care directorates in Frimley Park Hospital.

We offer a huge range of learning opportunities and activities . Following your own development plan, you can choose the way to take your knowledge to the next level - whether you want to broaden your expertise, strengthen your specialist skills. There really are no barriers to your development!

This vacancy is linked to a Level 2 Apprenticeship. This will support you to gain relevant knowledge, skills and experience that will help you achieve your potential in this role. Working alongside the Trust’s experienced staff you will be supported to gain the apprenticeship qualification and functional skills in maths and English if required. This is a great opportunity to gain a national recognised qualification while you are working and earning, which will support you in both this role and in your future career at Frimley Health.

You will not be required to undertake an apprenticeship if you have previously completed a relevant apprenticeship, NVQ or similar qualification.

Should you wish to apply to one of our Healthcare Support Worker roles please continue through to the application process

Main duties of the job

You will be primarily assisting the nursing team with care of the patients and will facilitate the smooth running of the department. You need to be driven and prepared to deliver high quality care and attention to detail. In this role you can look forward to a career full of development opportunities and the support from an excellent team of healthcare professionals – working alongside a reliable and friendly team.

You will also have access to a full program of training and development as well as a range of employee benefits.

When joining Frimley Health, we can offer you a supportive working environment as well as training and development to meet your needs. If you have an interest in providing exceptional patient care as well as developing your clinical knowledge and skills then please apply via this vacancy.

Working for our organisation

Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust provides NHS hospital services for around 900,000 people across Berkshire, Hampshire, Surrey and south Buckinghamshire.

As well as delivering excellent general hospital services to local people, we provide specialist heart attack, vascular, stroke, spinal, cystic fibrosis and plastic surgery services across a much wider area.

We have three main hospitals - Frimley Park in Frimley near Camberley, Heatherwood in Ascot and Wexham Park near Slough.

Our three core values, and the behaviours that support them, guide everything we do and set out what we expect of our staff in the way they treat patients, visitors, service users and each other, Committed to Excellence, Working Together and Facing the Future.

We are also proud to host the Defence Medical Group South East at Frimley Park with military surgical, medical and nursing personnel working alongside the hospital's NHS staff providing care to patients in all specialties.

Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities

General responsibilities
- To ensure that all patients, visitors and staff are treated in a courteous,
professional and caring manner and receive prompt assistance when

required.
- To promote equality for all individuals, taking into consideration their cultural
and religious beliefs, customs and values.
- To promote patient independence and maintain the individual’s dignity at all
times.
- To adhere to hospital policy in relation to patient confidentiality at all times
- To be aware of their responsibilities under the 1974 Health and Safety at
Work Act. Care should be taken in all aspects of work to ensure that these

and other safety regulations, e.g. C.O.S.H.H. and Manual Handling Policy are

adhered.
- To report any accidents and/or incidents occurring to patients, visitors, staff
or oneself according to hospital policies.
- To report any suspicious circumstances/individuals/packages immediately to
Senior Sister/Nurse in Charge or Site Manager.
- To be aware of procedures to be followed in the case of Fire, Cardiac Arrest
and any other emergencies.
- To be aware that the Post-holder should not become involved in any financial
matters with, or on behalf of, a patient or relative, e.g. witnessing a Will,

receipt of gifts etc. and to adhere to hospital policy on this issue.

Main duties and key tasks
- The CA at this level is under training and will work under supervision until
competency for the following tasks has been achieved and agreed by the

departmental manager.
- To enable patients/clients to maintain their personal hygiene and appearance
by, assisting patients with bathing, dressing, oral hygiene, bed making etc.
- Enabling/facilitating patients to meet their own hygiene needs
- Contribute to the movement and comfort of patients/clients by, encouraging
and assisting patients/clients in mobilisation.
- Assisting with the movement of patients, for which instruction has been given,
taking into consideration patient comfort and safety.
- Using equipment, for which instruction has been given, to mobilise/move
patients.
- Assisting patients/clients to achieve physical comfort.
- Recognising the risks to patients/clients who are not able to change their own
position.
- Identifying and reporting possible problems and changes in a patient’s/client’s
condition.
- Enable patients/clients to eat and drink by, assisting in menu selection,
liaising with trained staff regarding special diets, and being sensitive to

cultural requirements.
- Helping patients who require assistance, to eat and drink.
- Serving patients meals and beverages, removing all dirty utensils from patient
  
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  To work as a Care Assistant in the UK, you need a combination of essential skills, personal qualities, and sometimes specific qualifications. Here are the key skills and attributes required:
  Essential Skills:
  1. Communication Skills: Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with clients, families, and healthcare professionals. Good listening skills are also important.
  2. Empathy and Compassion: Understanding and sharing the feelings of others is crucial in providing emotional support to clients.
  3. Patience: The ability to remain calm and composed in stressful or challenging situations is vital.
  4. Physical Fitness: Care assisting can involve lifting, moving, and supporting clients, so having a good level of physical fitness is important.
  5. Observational Skills: Being able to notice changes in a client’s condition or behavior is crucial for providing appropriate care.
  6. Time Management: You will often have to manage multiple tasks and prioritize the needs of your clients effectively.
  7. Teamwork: Ability to work well with other healthcare professionals to provide the best care possible for clients.
  8. Problem-Solving Skills: Finding effective solutions to challenges that arise during care activities.
  9. Basic Cooking and Household Skills: Depending on the role, you may be required to prepare meals or assist with household chores.
  Personal Qualities:
  1. Dependability: Being reliable and punctual is essential in this role.
  2. Respectfulness: Treating clients with dignity and respect is fundamental.
  3. Adaptability: Being able to adjust your approach based on the individual needs of clients and varying situations.
  4. Cultural Sensitivity: Understanding and appreciating diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
  Qualifications:
  While formal qualifications are not always required, the following can be beneficial:
  1. Care Sector Training: Mandatory training may include safeguarding, first aid, infection control, and health and safety.
  2. Health and Social Care Qualifications: NVQs or diplomas in Health and Social Care can enhance job prospects.
  3. DBS Check: An Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check is usually required to ensure the safety of vulnerable individuals.
  Experience:
  Experience in healthcare, social care, or related fields can be advantageous, though entry-level positions may be available for those new to the sector.
  Continuous Development:
  Many employers encourage or require ongoing training and professional development to keep skills updated and enhance care delivery.
  
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