Job summary
We wish to recruit an enthusiastic, highly motivated Band 2 Clinical Support Worker to work within our Podiatry hubs in the West and South and East of the county.
You will be part of our friendly and supportive community team, working with Podiatrists to assist our high-risk clinics where we provide foot ulcer care and prevent limb amputation through multidisciplinary team working.
You will be expected to be flexible to meet the needs of the service. In return we will offer an exciting role within a forward-thinking team with opportunities for career progression. If you have great interpersonal and organisational skills, enjoy a challenge and are passionate about patient care, this is the role for you.
What is in it for me?
Flexible working patterns
Market leading annual leave - 27 days + BHs
Career conversations and 1-1 personal support
Access to apprentice programmes to become a qualified Podiatrist
Blue Light Card discounts at more than 15,000 retailers
Market leading pension contributions
Agenda for Change pay increments
In-house physiotherapy support
Main duties of the job
Experience of working in a care setting would be advantageous but all necessary skills training, professional updates and mandatory training as appropriate to the post will be provided.
Full details of duties can be found in the job description.
Due to the need to travel to different locations, it is essential that the post holder has a full UK drivers licence drive with access to their own vehicle and appropriate insurance.
The service operates 5 days a week (Monday to Friday) between 8.30am and 5.00pm.
Although the role is primarily at a Podiatry hub location such as Bridgwater, Taunton, Yeovil and Glastonbury, there are other clinics that will require support from time to time.
About us
As an organisation, the NHS offers a wide range of benefits including flexible working, pension contributions, market leading annual leave allowance, career progression and regular conversations, not to mention our Blue Light Card and NHS exclusive discounts.
The benefits of working in Somerset include the idyllic countryside, with our areas of outstanding beauty and stunning coastlines. You will get to enjoy these perks whilst still only being a stone's throw away from bustling city centres like Bristol, Bath and Exeter and only two hours away from London.
There are excellent educational facilities in the area and, when compared to other regions, house prices are reasonable. You will experience the best of both in Somerset, the countryside and the cosmopolitan - there is truly something for everyone!
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will work alongside a Podiatrist to deliver patient care and take on tasks such as:
welcoming and preparing patients
assisting with treatments as directed by the Podiatrist
supporting administrative tasks including note taking and stock taking
supporting patients who have disabilities
working in patients homes and adapting to the patient and environment
The successful applicants will need to have:
Understanding of the health or social care setting
Willingness to undertake delegated clinical tasks
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
The role is very varied. You will be in contact with other professionals to ensure the patients are supported in the most appropriate way and provide suggestions to improve support ongoing
For further details / informal visits contact either:
Name: Sarah MarstonJob title: Operational Manager - PodiatryTelephone: 07500 990852Email: sarah.marston@somersetft.nhs.uk
Or
Name: Helen DruittJob title: Practice Educator PodiatryTelephone: 07827 355373Email: helen.druitt@somersetft.nhs.uk
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will work alongside a Podiatrist to deliver patient care and take on tasks such as:
welcoming and preparing patients
assisting with treatments as directed by the Podiatrist
supporting administrative tasks including note taking and stock taking
supporting patients who have disabilities
working in patients homes and adapting to the patient and environment
The successful applicants will need to have:
Understanding of the health or social care setting
Willingness to undertake delegated clinical tasks
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
The role is very varied. You will be in contact with other professionals to ensure the patients are supported in the most appropriate way and provide suggestions to improve support ongoing
For further details / informal visits contact either:
Name: Sarah MarstonJob title: Operational Manager - PodiatryTelephone: 07500 990852Email: sarah.marston@somersetft.nhs.uk
Or
Name: Helen DruittJob title: Practice Educator PodiatryTelephone: 07827 355373Email: helen.druitt@somersetft.nhs.uk
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Good standard of literacy and numeracy and spoken English (Minimum Level 1 or Functional Skills)
- Vocational Level 2 in Health and Social Care, or equivalent experience
- Care Certificate or willing to work towards on-the-job
- Range of routine work procedures, requiring job training
- NVQ2 or equivalent experience
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of the health or social care setting
- Understanding of the concept of promoting independence
- Awareness and basic understanding of Somerset Podiatry Service
- Knowledge of podiatric conditions, procedures acquired through training or experience
Experience
Desirable
- Previous experience as an Healthcare Assistant
Communication Skills
Essential
- Good interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with patients, carers and relatives, remaining sensitive and empathetic. ?Manages people's expectations ?Manages barriers to effective communication ?Improves communication through communication skills ?Recognises steps that can be taken to promote dignity and individual preferences ?Recognises how cognitive issues might impair an individual's decision-making capacity
Analytical & Judgement Skills
Essential
- Able to take instruction and direction and work effectively alone or as part of a team
- Ability to record and retrieve information on charts/paper and electronic patient records
Planning & Organising Skills
Essential
- Good organisational skills
Physical Skills
Essential
- IT and Microsoft Office skills
- Basic numeracy and literacy
- Driving skills
Other
Essential
- Willingness to use technology to improve standards of care and support to our patients
Behaviours Aligned with Trust Values
Essential
- Outstanding care
- Working together
- Listening and leading
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Good standard of literacy and numeracy and spoken English (Minimum Level 1 or Functional Skills)
- Vocational Level 2 in Health and Social Care, or equivalent experience
- Care Certificate or willing to work towards on-the-job
- Range of routine work procedures, requiring job training
- NVQ2 or equivalent experience
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of the health or social care setting
- Understanding of the concept of promoting independence
- Awareness and basic understanding of Somerset Podiatry Service
- Knowledge of podiatric conditions, procedures acquired through training or experience
Experience
Desirable
- Previous experience as an Healthcare Assistant
Communication Skills
Essential
- Good interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with patients, carers and relatives, remaining sensitive and empathetic. ?Manages people's expectations ?Manages barriers to effective communication ?Improves communication through communication skills ?Recognises steps that can be taken to promote dignity and individual preferences ?Recognises how cognitive issues might impair an individual's decision-making capacity
Analytical & Judgement Skills
Essential
- Able to take instruction and direction and work effectively alone or as part of a team
- Ability to record and retrieve information on charts/paper and electronic patient records
Planning & Organising Skills
Essential
- Good organisational skills
Physical Skills
Essential
- IT and Microsoft Office skills
- Basic numeracy and literacy
- Driving skills
Other
Essential
- Willingness to use technology to improve standards of care and support to our patients
Behaviours Aligned with Trust Values
Essential
- Outstanding care
- Working together
- Listening and leading
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.
