Senior Health Care Assistant - Apprenticeship Opportunity

Job summary

To contribute to the assessment, implementation and delivery of high quality patient care within a professional team. This will include delivering care in line with agreed care plans under the supervision of a qualified member of staff. You will be required to work independently with service users, for which you will receive regular supervision. The successful candidate will also be supported in their professional development.

If you don't already have a Level 3 qualification or equivalent experience in a relevant subject, RDaSH are offering this post alongside the opportunity for you to complete a Level 3apprenticeship qualification [relevant to your role].

As an apprentice within RDaSH you will be given the opportunity to gain experience, learn work-related skills and obtain all the tools needed to thrive.

An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. Around 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying. This leads to a nationally recognised qualification.

Whether you already work for us or are joining the Trust and NHS for the first time, apprenticeships can help you to develop the skills, knowledge and know-how in order to embark on a successful and fulfilling career within the health service.

Main duties of the job

Undertake agreed activities as delegated by a registered nurse, with patients / service users under the direct / indirect supervision of the qualified staff.

Contributes to the assessment, implementation and delivery of individualised evidence-based care.

To maintain accurate records electronically through System 1 and report any changes that are identified and report all actions to nurse in charge/named nurse/care co-ordinator.

The post holder is required to take personal responsibility to incorporate the 6 C vision of care into their care delivery.

Provide feedback of current patient's status and presentation to appropriate members of the multi-disciplinary team.

Develop a rapport with patients and carers/family members and encourage them to participate in the rehabilitation/ healthcare programmes and activities available.

Work in partnership with patients/carers and the MDT to promote health and independence.

Assist the relevant professionals during assessment / treatment / intervention where required.

Support the patient to make use of available services and facilities.

Following Health and Safety regulations, promote where possible a safe Environment

Reports all accidents, incidents / un-toward incidents as per policy and engages in the necessary debriefs and after action reviews.

About us

Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) employ around 3700 talented colleagues who are very much appreciated, valued, and respected.

We have a wide portfolio which includes mental health, physical health, learning disability and drug and alcohol services.

We are passionate about enhancing the quality of our service and we work hard to attract and select the right colleagues for our organisation. Our goal is to employ those who share our passion for providing first class care while remaining committed to our vision and values. Please view our Strategy using the link below:

https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/documents/clinical-and-organisational-strategy-2023-to-2028/

To find out more about working for RDaSH and the fantastic benefits we offer visit our website:

https://workwithrdash.co.uk/

We are committed to inclusive cultures and really value people in our organisation, view our Allyship video on YouTube to find out more:

https://youtu.be/WMJSkLoTk4Q

The main terms and conditions of service can be found here:

https://www.nhsemployers.org/publications/tchandbook