Clinical frailty assistant
The closing date is 29 July 2025
Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dynamic, motivated individual to join the Frailty Team as a Clinical Frailty Assistant. The individual must be highly motivated with a friendly and approachable manner and possess excellent communication skills. The Clinical Frailty Assistant is expected to support healthcare professionals in delivering high-quality patient care.They assist with basic clinical tasks such as observations, mobility support, and hygiene needs.The role includes recording patient information and reporting changes in condition.They help maintain a clean, safe, and comfortable environment for patients.Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, they ensure effective communication and continuity of care.Empathy, reliability, and strong interpersonal skills are key to this role with special attention to understanding the needs of a frail older person.This position contributes to smooth daily operations of the frailty team and positive patient experiences.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will provide support to the Frailty team and ensure the flow of the frailty service.
They will work alongside the Multidisciplinary Team (MDT) to ensure that the effective admission to the FAU (Frailty Assessment Unit) and discharge planning are maintained in order to provide a smooth, timely patient discharge from hospital.
About us
We are committed to being an inclusive and diverse employer. We strive to employ people who reflect the communities we serve, and aim to create an inclusive culture where everyone can reach their full potential. Whatever your race, ethnicity, belief, generation, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, disability or experience, you'll appreciate the opportunities we give you to work in an inclusive atmosphere. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences to build on the progress we've achieved to make our Trust diverse and the best place to work. We celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that help us overcome challenges and embrace new possibilities. We have signed the Armed Forces Covenant Pledge and have a commitment to the Armed Forces Community.
We are dedicated to using our Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) approach as our shared organisation model of change to enhance our services and ensure excellence in patient care.
If you are considering applying for a role, please be aware that as an NHS Employee you may have contact with vulnerable service users. We strongly encourage that all our staff are vaccinated against COVID-19 and are vaccinated annually against Flu, in order to protect the health and safety of our staff and patients. Your commitment will help us to put the safety and care of our patients first, as well as helping us to protect you and your colleagues
Details
Date posted
15 July 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
£25,883 to £26,958 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time
Reference number
252-7267399-A
Job locations
Darent Valley Hospital
Darenth Wood Road
Dartford
DA2 8DA
Employer details
Employer name
Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust
Address
Darent Valley Hospital
Darenth Wood Road
Dartford
DA2 8DA
Employer's website
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