Job summary
South Warwickshire NHS Foundation Trust (SWFT) is looking to recruit enthusiastic and self-motivated apprentices within our clinical areas. Many qualified nurses started out gaining invaluable experience as CSW's and now we can offer you the chance to do so too in our outstanding organisation!
The candidate is desirable to have at least 4 GCSE's (grade A-D or 3-9) or equivalent (including Maths and English Language) and be willing to satisfactorily complete the formal training elements of the programme.
Assessment Centre will be held 5th January 2024.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will receive a full and comprehensive induction program to prepare for their clinical work. Support and training will be provided to enable the post holder to develop their skills in the area. This will be through regular supervision and will attend study sessions and meet with an assessor from the apprenticeship provider to gain an apprenticeship qualification as a Level 2 Healthcare Support Worker.
The post is an 15 month fixed term contract on 37.5 hours per week with time for formal study towards the apprenticeship framework and the candidate will be entitled to 27 days annual leave plus 8 statutory holidays. The individual will be supported to achieve their Care Certificate award.
About us
This is a fantastic opportunity for any individuals with no experience in healthcare to develop knowledge and skills on the path to a nursing career. Here at SWFT we have progressed many of our CSW's into the Nursing Associate course which can then provide the pathway into Nursing. You can earn while you learn and gain excellent experience in our clinical wards and departments.
On completion of your apprenticeship you will receive the Level 2 Apprenticeship in Adult Healthcare Support worker and Level 1 or 2 Functional Skills English, Maths (if applicable)
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To accurately and promptly carry out the instructions of the registered professional who is professionally accountable for the delivery of care.
- To carry out duties as specified within the Trusts approved core task list for Clinical Support Workers/Health Care Assistants.
- To report to the registered professional any patient who gives cause for concern or any observed changes in the client or patients condition.
- Provide and deliver a high standard of individualised care under the direction and supervision of the registered professional.
- To report all care that has been given to patients within the team to a registered Professional
- To accurately document all care delivered to patients, countersigned by a registered professional, maintaining confidentiality at all times.
- To assist in the preparation of patients for treatment, investigations or procedures as directed by the registered professional.
- To keep the clinical area clean and tidy, maintaining a safe environment.
- To adhere to Trust infection control procedures, demonstrating an understanding of cross infection.
- To chaperone or escort patients as needed under the direction of the registered professional.
- To support relatives demonstrating compassion and empathy under the guidance of a registered professional.
- To assist with the discharge process for patients as directed by the registered professional.
- Helping to attend to patients hygiene needs
- Performing and recording basic observations of patients including temperature, pulse, blood pressure, height and weight recordings
- Assisting with patient drinks and meals
- Toileting patients
- Handling and moving patients
- Escorting patients to other areas.
- Emptying and safe disposal of linen and sharps items
- Undertaking reception duties.
- Preparing notes
- Filing in patients notes.
- Maintaining up to date information on the computer system.
- Requesting and obtaining patient records and x-rays.
- Making outpatient appointments.
- Provide clerical support for the team
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To accurately and promptly carry out the instructions of the registered professional who is professionally accountable for the delivery of care.
- To carry out duties as specified within the Trusts approved core task list for Clinical Support Workers/Health Care Assistants.
- To report to the registered professional any patient who gives cause for concern or any observed changes in the client or patients condition.
- Provide and deliver a high standard of individualised care under the direction and supervision of the registered professional.
- To report all care that has been given to patients within the team to a registered Professional
- To accurately document all care delivered to patients, countersigned by a registered professional, maintaining confidentiality at all times.
- To assist in the preparation of patients for treatment, investigations or procedures as directed by the registered professional.
- To keep the clinical area clean and tidy, maintaining a safe environment.
- To adhere to Trust infection control procedures, demonstrating an understanding of cross infection.
- To chaperone or escort patients as needed under the direction of the registered professional.
- To support relatives demonstrating compassion and empathy under the guidance of a registered professional.
- To assist with the discharge process for patients as directed by the registered professional.
- Helping to attend to patients hygiene needs
- Performing and recording basic observations of patients including temperature, pulse, blood pressure, height and weight recordings
- Assisting with patient drinks and meals
- Toileting patients
- Handling and moving patients
- Escorting patients to other areas.
- Emptying and safe disposal of linen and sharps items
- Undertaking reception duties.
- Preparing notes
- Filing in patients notes.
- Maintaining up to date information on the computer system.
- Requesting and obtaining patient records and x-rays.
- Making outpatient appointments.
- Provide clerical support for the team
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- 4 GCSE's (grade A-D or 3-9) or equivalent (including Maths and English Language)
- Supporting information
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- 4 GCSE's (grade A-D or 3-9) or equivalent (including Maths and English Language)
- Supporting 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.
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.
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).
