North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust

Healthcare Assistant - Peterborough

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Job summary

Do you enjoy working in a fast paced busy environment? We currently have a full time HCA vacancy within Critical Care.

If you are caring and compassionate and would like the opportunity to develop new skills we would welcome your application.

The Critical care team offers a supportive and friendly environment in which to work.

If you are a candidate wishing to apply and would require sponsorship, you can determine the likelihood of obtaining a CoS for this post by assessing your circumstances against criteria specified on the gov.uk website

Main duties of the job

Work as part of a team and contribute in the delivery of a high quality service for critically ill patients. The post holder will assist in direct and indirect patient care under the supervision of a qualified nurse. They will help maintain a clean, safe and resourced environment, as well participate in administrative duties. There will be opportunities for cross site working.

About us

We are dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusivity within our workforce and warmly welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, with a particular emphasis on encouraging those from disabled, Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) communities, as well as candidates from our local area.

As part of our commitment to supporting our employees we offer a range of benefits including:

  • Generous annual leave entitlement starting at 27 days and increasing to 29 days after five years of service and 33 days after 10 years of service, in addition to the national Bank Holidays (pro-rata for part time staff);
  • Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme:
  • Flexible working opportunities;
  • Enhanced hourly rates for unsociable hours e.g. night shifts, weekends, bank holidays;
  • Opportunities for career development and training to help you progress in your role;
  • Wellbeing support and activities to promote a healthy work environment;
  • Access to our in-house physiotherapy service;
  • On-site canteens offering subsidised meals;
  • Subsidised staff parking (currently free);
  • Free Stagecoach Bus Travel to and from work within Cambridgeshire and Peterborough

We strive to create a supportive and inclusive workplace where employees feel valued and empowered to excel in their roles. Join us and become part of a team dedicated to making a positive difference in our community.

Details

Date posted

05 June 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£22,383 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

176-S-6308691

Job locations

Peterborough City hospital

Bretton Gate

Peteborough

PE3 9GZ


Job description

Job responsibilities

For more detailed information on the main responsibilities please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For more detailed information on the main responsibilities please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification.

Person Specification

Education and Qualifications

Essential

  • High Standard of English (written & verbal)
  • Basic mathematical ability

Desirable

  • NVQ level 2
  • Basic Life Support Certificate

Experience

Essential

  • Previous health care experience in an acute environment

Desirable

  • Use of Patient Administration and electronic ordering systems

Aptitudes

Essential

  • Willingness to learn new skills & develop the role
  • Calm & Compassionate approach

Skills

Essential

  • Basic Computer skills
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Basic Computer skills
Person Specification

Education and Qualifications

Essential

  • High Standard of English (written & verbal)
  • Basic mathematical ability

Desirable

  • NVQ level 2
  • Basic Life Support Certificate

Experience

Essential

  • Previous health care experience in an acute environment

Desirable

  • Use of Patient Administration and electronic ordering systems

Aptitudes

Essential

  • Willingness to learn new skills & develop the role
  • Calm & Compassionate approach

Skills

Essential

  • Basic Computer skills
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Basic Computer skills

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Additional information

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Employer details

Employer name

North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Peterborough City hospital

Bretton Gate

Peteborough

PE3 9GZ


Employer's website

https://www.nwangliaft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Peterborough City hospital

Bretton Gate

Peteborough

PE3 9GZ


Employer's website

https://www.nwangliaft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Sister

Sheeba Paulson

sheeba.paulson@nhs.net

01733673932

Details

Date posted

05 June 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£22,383 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

176-S-6308691

Job locations

Peterborough City hospital

Bretton Gate

Peteborough

PE3 9GZ


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