3910 - Health Care Assistant

Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

The closing date is 03 January 2025

Job summary

**INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY**

The interview date is 14th January 2025

We are looking for enthusiastic, efficient and motivated Health Care Assistants to join our team on Ward 23.

There are 2 posts available on a shift rotation basis.

The post holder will work as part of the multidisciplinary team delivering a range of designated tasks/duties of a clinical and non-clinical nature, you will ensure the highest standards of care are delivered to every patient.

The role of the Health care Assistant is imperative to the health and well-being of our patients, as you will support them with the personal hygiene, toileting, mobility and nutritional needs.

The completion of the Care Certificate is desirable.

The post holder will work under the supervision of the NMC registrant at all times, who holds delegated accountability for the work designated.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will be working under the direct supervision of an NMC registrant.

In addition to the above and by completing locally agreed competencies, supported by training and education to gain theoretical underpinning knowledge to undertake the following:

Basic clinical observations
Blood glucose readings
Urinalysis testing
Lying and Standing Blood pressure monitoring
Fluid balance recording
Bladder scanning
Removal of sutures
Venepuncture
Cannulation
Self-retaining catheter removal
ECG monitoring

About us

Please note that the Trust reserves the right to close a position early.

Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is a high performing Trust achieving a Good rating in our most recent Care Quality Commission (CQC) assessment and achieving significant progress in the delivery of our strategic objectives. We are proud of the commitment of our staff to ensuring a strong and sustainable future for this organisation which is highly valued by our local communities.

There has never been a better time to join Barnsley Hospital. It is moving at pace and a we can do this attitude is evident right through the organisation, where staff are engaged for change and committed to being part of the journey to sustainability and growth.

Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is committed to promoting equality of opportunity and fair treatment to all applicants regardless of race, nationality, ethnic origin, gender, marital status, mental or physical disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation, age or offending history.

The cost of the DBS (criminal records check) for Band 6 and above roles only will be met by the successful candidate(s) through salary deduction.

Certificates of Sponsorship

For individuals who may require sponsorship under the skilled worker or health & care visa route please use the link below to check your eligibility Check if you need a UK visa - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk), band 2 roles are no longer eligible for sponsorship.

Date posted

17 December 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£22,816 to £24,336 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

C9163-3910I-12-24

Job locations

Pogmoor Road

Barnsley

South Yorkshire

S75 2EP

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Description for 3910

Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the role and responsibilities.

Supporting Documents

Please refer to the values-based recruitment guidance and associated documentation.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Description for 3910

Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the role and responsibilities.

Supporting Documents

Please refer to the values-based recruitment guidance and associated documentation.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Care Certificate.
Completion of a clinical skills competency- based workbook or equivalent relevant experience to vocational qualification level 3, or willingness to undertake.
GCSE Maths & English or qualified to equivalent Functional skills level 2 in Maths & English, or willingness to undertake.

Experience

Essential

At least 6 months of care experience working in a health or social care setting.

Knowledge and Awareness

Essential

Confidentiality understanding of Information Governance.
Knowledge and understanding of Health and Safety.
Knowledge of clinical patient observations.
Willingness to undertake competencies supported by clinical skills training and education to gain theoretical underpinning knowledge in a range of clinical interventions and use of test equipment e.g. blood glucose monitors, venepuncture, cannulation etc.

Desirable

Knowledge and understanding of current healthcare issues.

Trust Values

Essential

In around 100 words please describe what Equality & Diversity means to you and why they are important.
In around 100 words please describe what is your approach when dealing with people from different backgrounds and beliefs.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Care Certificate.
Completion of a clinical skills competency- based workbook or equivalent relevant experience to vocational qualification level 3, or willingness to undertake.
GCSE Maths & English or qualified to equivalent Functional skills level 2 in Maths & English, or willingness to undertake.

Experience

Essential

At least 6 months of care experience working in a health or social care setting.

Knowledge and Awareness

Essential

Confidentiality understanding of Information Governance.
Knowledge and understanding of Health and Safety.
Knowledge of clinical patient observations.
Willingness to undertake competencies supported by clinical skills training and education to gain theoretical underpinning knowledge in a range of clinical interventions and use of test equipment e.g. blood glucose monitors, venepuncture, cannulation etc.

Desirable

Knowledge and understanding of current healthcare issues.

Trust Values

Essential

In around 100 words please describe what Equality & Diversity means to you and why they are important.
In around 100 words please describe what is your approach when dealing with people from different backgrounds and beliefs.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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.