Job summary
The Princess Royal University Hospital Stroke unit is one of the eight regional Stroke Centres in London, and it is an integrated 40 bed unit, with 14 Hyper Acute Stroke beds and 26 Acute rehabilitation beds. We are aiming to recruit Health Care Assistants who have care experience in NHS or social care setting.
The successful candidate should be a naturally caring person, hardworking, reliable, have a very high standard of work, and go the extra mile. You will be part of a dedicated team that provides highly specialised stroke care that focuses on meeting holistic needs of patients and families. It can be clinically challenging but a rewarding experience.
Please note this advert may close earlier subject to number of applications received.
Main duties of the job
Day to day, you'll work under the supervision of our registered staff to help:
o Wash and dress patientso Monitor and record clinical observationso Support patients to eat and drinko Help patients move aroundo Make beds and maintain a clean, safe clinical areao Talk to patients and their familieso Manage stock levels for linen and other supplies
The role involves shift work (early shifts, late shifts, long days, nights and weekends) so the ability to work these shifts is essential.
With our comprehensive training and dedicated HCA education team, the HCA role can also lead to a variety of career opportunities. With the right support, those who want to can undertake the necessary training to become our future nursing associates, nurses and midwives.
About us
King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's largest and busiest teaching Trusts with a turnover of c£1 billion, 1.5 million patient contacts a year and more than 15,000 staff based across South East London. The Trust provides a full range of local and specialist services across its five sites. The trust-wide strategy of Strong Roots, Global Reach is our Vision to be BOLD, Brilliant people, Outstanding care, Leaders in Research, Innovation and Education, Diversity, Equality and Inclusion at the heart of everything we do. By being person-centred, digitally-enabled, and focused on sustainability, we aim to take Team King's to another level.
We are at a pivotal point in our history and we require individuals who are ready to join a highly professional team and make a real, lasting difference to our patients and our people.
King's is committed to delivering Sustainable Healthcare for All via our Green Plan. In line with national Greener NHS ambitions, we have set net zero carbon targets of 2040 for our NHS Carbon Footprint and 2045 for our NHS Carbon Footprint Plus. Everyone's contribution is required in order to meet the goals set out in our Green Plan and we encourage all staff to work responsibly, minimising their contributions to the Trust's carbon emissions, waste and pollution wherever possible.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To assist under supervision in the delivery of nursing care in liaison with the multidisciplinary team.
- To assist with clinical duties to ensure the effective running of the ward/department.
- To maintain own personal development with support from ward/departmental manager
For more information on the roles and responsibilities, please click on the link below for the full job description and person specification.
Person specification
Qualifications and skills
- Functional Skills Level 1 in Numeracy and Literacy or GCSEs Maths and English Grades A-E or 9-2.
- Evidence of being able to work well with other members of the team including communicating effectively, being kind and considerate, reliable and enthusiastic
- Evidence of good customer care skills/working with others in a supportive manner
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To assist under supervision in the delivery of nursing care in liaison with the multidisciplinary team.
- To assist with clinical duties to ensure the effective running of the ward/department.
- To maintain own personal development with support from ward/departmental manager
For more information on the roles and responsibilities, please click on the link below for the full job description and person specification.
Person specification
Qualifications and skills
- Functional Skills Level 1 in Numeracy and Literacy or GCSEs Maths and English Grades A-E or 9-2.
- Evidence of being able to work well with other members of the team including communicating effectively, being kind and considerate, reliable and enthusiastic
- Evidence of good customer care skills/working with others in a supportive manner
Person Specification
Education and Skills
Essential
- Functional Skills Level 1 in Numeracy and Literacy or GCSEs Maths and English Grades A-E or 9-2.
- Evidence of being able to work well with other members of the team including communicating effectively, being kind and considerate, reliable and enthusiastic.
- Able to talk to people about sensitive issues in a supportive manner but also challenge others assertively where necessary.
Person Specification
Education and Skills
Essential
- Functional Skills Level 1 in Numeracy and Literacy or GCSEs Maths and English Grades A-E or 9-2.
- Evidence of being able to work well with other members of the team including communicating effectively, being kind and considerate, reliable and enthusiastic.
- Able to talk to people about sensitive issues in a supportive manner but also challenge others assertively where necessary.
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).
