Job summary
Job Title: Non-Clinical Support Worker
Division: Unplanned & Integrated Care
Care Group: Urgent & Emergency Care
Band: 2
Salary: £23,615 per annum/pro rata
We are recruiting for aNon-Clinical Support Workerwho shares our ambition and vision to deliver theBest of Care by the Best Peopleand has the drive to take us forward, by ensuring that the Trust continues to be the first choice for patients and our staff.
To support staff in the Emergency Department and undertake tasks to support clinical staff; general cleaning, stocking and running errands.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will work under the supervision of the Flow Coordinator/ Nurse in Charge and other registered staff at all times
The post holder will be required to provide support to Registered nurses and Clinical Support workers in accordance with Emergency Department based competencies
The post will be based within the Emergency Department but some flexibility may be required to cover areas as and when required when service needs dictate
The post holder is not responsible for managing a budget but should be able to demonstrate an awareness of the impact of their decisions on the Emergency Department budget
Our values are Bold, Every Person Counts, Sharing and Open and Together. It is important that you understand and to refer to our values when completing your application and always reflect our values throughout your employment with the Trust.
We are committed to endorsing diversity, multiculturalism, and inclusion; our policies / procedures ensure that all applicants are treated fairly at every stage of the recruitment process.
To contribute to our exciting future and become part of our team, apply today.
About us
Here at Medway, we pride ourselves on working together as one to ensure that our shared vision of Better, Best, Brilliant is achieved. Our culture and values are what drives the Trust and is the heartbeat of who we are as an organisation.
Our Trust is a great choice for people who want to develop their career in an ambitious environment.
Would you like to work flexibly? In the NHS, we are reminded every day of how important life is. As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us, for our patients and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement which will not mean sacrificing time for personal interests or family commitments. We aim to support you to work flexibly in a way that will suit you and us.
All of our substantive & fixed term employees can enjoy a range of staff benefits, a gym, an active health and wellbeing programme, an on-site nursery and a cycle to work scheme.
We are taking positive action to ensure that we can attract, recruit and retain the best talent and would welcome more applicants from under - represented groups to support the Trusts commitment to a diverse, inclusive and an employer of choice workforce.
All staff at Medway comply the Trust's and the Kent and Medway Safeguarding Board's policies on safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Undertake assigned tasks and procedures linked to the Emergency Department competencies and requirements, and Directorate and Trust objectives, and which are specific to the immediate care environment e.g.
Daily department cleanliness
Maintaining stock levels in store areas as well as clinical areas General tidying of all areas of the department
Ordering of stock and maintenance of the same.
Contribute to the efficient and effective running of the Emergency Department.
Ensure all documentation is completed accurately and in a timely manner.
Assist the Multi-Disciplinary team in maintaining a clean and safe ED environment.
Be aware and act in accordance with all ED and Trust Operational Policies and procedures, including those relating to Health and Safety and patient confidentiality.
Undertake further training and personal development as highlighted through individual performance appraisal.
Carry out any additional Emergency Department specific responsibilities as requested.
There may be a requirement to move equipment within the Emergency Department.
This job description is not exhaustive and may be subject in accordance with organisation and service developments, but any such changes will be fully discussed with the post holder.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Undertake assigned tasks and procedures linked to the Emergency Department competencies and requirements, and Directorate and Trust objectives, and which are specific to the immediate care environment e.g.
Daily department cleanliness
Maintaining stock levels in store areas as well as clinical areas General tidying of all areas of the department
Ordering of stock and maintenance of the same.
Contribute to the efficient and effective running of the Emergency Department.
Ensure all documentation is completed accurately and in a timely manner.
Assist the Multi-Disciplinary team in maintaining a clean and safe ED environment.
Be aware and act in accordance with all ED and Trust Operational Policies and procedures, including those relating to Health and Safety and patient confidentiality.
Undertake further training and personal development as highlighted through individual performance appraisal.
Carry out any additional Emergency Department specific responsibilities as requested.
There may be a requirement to move equipment within the Emergency Department.
This job description is not exhaustive and may be subject in accordance with organisation and service developments, but any such changes will be fully discussed with the post holder.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ Level 2 in a relevant subject
Desirable
- or the equivalent level of working experience
Skills
Essential
- Excellent interpersonal skills
Desirable
- Good written and oral communication skills
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ Level 2 in a relevant subject
Desirable
- or the equivalent level of working experience
Skills
Essential
- Excellent interpersonal skills
Desirable
- Good written and oral communication skills
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).
