Job summary
We are looking to appoint Health Care Assistants who are enthusiastic, motivated with a passion for caring to join our dedicated Team on Rydon Ward.
Rydon ward comprises of two 15 bedded acute mental health inpatient wards for working age adults from the Taunton, Bridgwater and Coastal Areas of the county.
As a Health Care Assistant you will work as part of a large multidisciplinary team and will play a key role in delivering the fundamentals of care for patients under the supervision of a nurse, whilst supporting patients to achieve the shared goals. Individuals should be able to demonstrate excellent communication skills who are willing to learn and take on new challenges as the service develops.
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.There will be an expectation of a flexible approach to shifts patterns with a commitment to participate in the on call service after appropriate training.Please be advised - this vacancy may close early if we reach a sufficient amount of applications.
About us
As an organisation, the NHS offers a wide range of benefits including flexible working, fantastic 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 to experience the best of both in Somerset, the countryside and the cosmopolitan -- there is truly something for everyone!
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Must be willing to work towards NVQ level 3 in direct care or Certificate in Care if not already held.
Desirable
- Training and experience e.g. Lifting, first aid, food handling, care work.
- Related healthcare interests or education
Experience
Essential
- Interested in a wide range of people and personalities.
- Open to guidance and instruction from team members.
- Ability to present in a professional manner.
- Ability to think quickly and deal with situations in a calm and sensible manner.
- Ability to generate ideas for activities.
- Aware of the affect your behaviour can have on those around you.
Desirable
- Experience of working with people e.g. in a caring situation, dealing with the general public.
- Previous experience of working in mental health services.
- Ability to transfer own life experience into helping relationship.
- Basic understanding of Recovery Model, issues of dignity and privacy.
- Basic understanding of risk.
Additional Criteria
Essential
- Ability to recognise and manage challenging situations in a calm and professional manner.
- Problem solving skills.
- Good observation skills.
- Able to demonstrate a good standard of English language.
- Compassionate - Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with patients, carers and relatives remaining sensitive and empathetic.
- Listens to others' views respecting and valuing individual patient needs.
- Professional and patient focussed approach with inspirational skills, acting as a role model to colleagues and junior staff members.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Excellent organisational skills, ability to manage own time and plan timed activities for staff and patients.
- Ability to undertake PMVA training to required level for role.
- Ability to physically perform nursing duties.
- Willingness to use technology to improve standards of care and support to our patients.
Desirable
- Ability to be involved in the safe restraint of patients after training.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Must be willing to work towards NVQ level 3 in direct care or Certificate in Care if not already held.
Desirable
- Training and experience e.g. Lifting, first aid, food handling, care work.
- Related healthcare interests or education
Experience
Essential
- Interested in a wide range of people and personalities.
- Open to guidance and instruction from team members.
- Ability to present in a professional manner.
- Ability to think quickly and deal with situations in a calm and sensible manner.
- Ability to generate ideas for activities.
- Aware of the affect your behaviour can have on those around you.
Desirable
- Experience of working with people e.g. in a caring situation, dealing with the general public.
- Previous experience of working in mental health services.
- Ability to transfer own life experience into helping relationship.
- Basic understanding of Recovery Model, issues of dignity and privacy.
- Basic understanding of risk.
Additional Criteria
Essential
- Ability to recognise and manage challenging situations in a calm and professional manner.
- Problem solving skills.
- Good observation skills.
- Able to demonstrate a good standard of English language.
- Compassionate - Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with patients, carers and relatives remaining sensitive and empathetic.
- Listens to others' views respecting and valuing individual patient needs.
- Professional and patient focussed approach with inspirational skills, acting as a role model to colleagues and junior staff members.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Excellent organisational skills, ability to manage own time and plan timed activities for staff and patients.
- Ability to undertake PMVA training to required level for role.
- Ability to physically perform nursing duties.
- Willingness to use technology to improve standards of care and support to our patients.
Desirable
- Ability to be involved in the safe restraint of patients after training.
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.
