Health Care Assistant - SE District Nursing Henley On Thames

Oxford Health NHS Trust

The closing date is 06 April 2025

Job summary

Whether you are an experienced Health Care Assistant looking for a new challenge or looking to develop your community career - this role is for you!

We would be delighted to offer the opportunity to join our dedicated and supportive team delivering outstanding care within the South East district nursing teams. We pride ourselves on working collaboratively with our colleagues across the South locality to provide a holistic, multidisciplinary approach to care delivery.

This opportunity is available to Health Care Assistants who are ready to take the next step into developing their own community career.The post requires locality wide accessibility at times covering other bases within the area and therefore the ability to travel between sites is essential.

An NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social care or National Care Certificate is required for this post. If this qualification is not held, successful candidates must be willing to commence this within 6 months of starting in post.

Main duties of the job

You will support the nursing team to deliver outstanding care, showing support to our patients and their families; helping to promote independence, dignity and positively enhancing the lives of the patients in our care.

We welcome applications from experienced Healthcare Assistants wishing to change to community nursing or for individuals who are looking for a new and rewarding career opportunity. Community experience or evidence of working in a care setting is desirable.

About us

As a team member you will receive on-going support with an excellent development programme to help you reach your full potential. We can also provide opportunities for you to progress in your career with Apprenticeships and Nursing Associate Training available.

Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust provides physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and North East Somerset.

Our services are delivered within people's homes.

Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive:"Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team"

Our values are:"Caring, safe and excellent"

At Oxford Health we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include:

Excellent opportunities for career progression
Access to tailored individual and Trust wide learning and development
27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous service
NHS Discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants and retailers
Competitive pension scheme
Lease car scheme
Cycle to work scheme
Employee Assistance Programme
Mental Health First Aiders
Staff accommodation (please note waiting lists may apply)
Staff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion team

Date posted

28 March 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£24,071 to £25,674 a year per annum | pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working, Compressed hours, Annualised hours

Reference number

267-CH7091422

Job locations

South East Locality District Nursing Henley On Thames Team

Townlands Hospital, York Road

Henley On Thames

RG9 2DR

Job description

Job responsibilities

If you are passionate about making a difference and want to contribute to an organisation which is continuously striving to improve then we would love to hear from you.

We hope that the advert has given you a clear understanding of the skills we are seeking and the opportunity at hand. You will need to use the supporting statement element of your application form to demonstrate your suitability for this role and you should refer to the job description, person specification and the guidance notes attached to this role to help you tailor your application.

The essential and desirable criteria will be used to shortlist for interview and you should ensure that you refer to these within your application to increase your chances of being selected for interview.

Job description

Job responsibilities

If you are passionate about making a difference and want to contribute to an organisation which is continuously striving to improve then we would love to hear from you.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Level 3 Diploma in health and social care

Desirable

NVQ units specifically related to clinical procedures and observations

Experience

Essential

Previous experience as care worker or formal carer with adults

Desirable

Previous DN team experience

Expertise/competence

Essential

Confident working alone
Able to prioritise work
Good written and verbal communication skills
Holistic approach to care
Good time management skills

Desirable

Wound care knowledge
Competence in clinical procedures and observations

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Level 3 Diploma in health and social care

Desirable

NVQ units specifically related to clinical procedures and observations

Experience

Essential

Previous experience as care worker or formal carer with adults

Desirable

Previous DN team experience

Expertise/competence

Essential

Confident working alone
Able to prioritise work
Good written and verbal communication skills
Holistic approach to care
Good time management skills

Desirable

Wound care knowledge
Competence in clinical procedures and observations

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.