South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust

Night Escort

The closing date is 15 August 2025

Job summary

1 x 19 hours per week

Are you passionate about providing services & support to people in their own homes?

Do you want to be part of a team that supports patients to remain at home when they are in crisis?

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Night Escort to be part of our Urgent Community Response (UCR) team in Barnsley. Our UCR team provide a 24/7 service supporting patients in crisis situations with the aim to avoid hospital admission & to keep them at home or in their place of residence.

The role will provide support to the nursing team on an evening in line with lone working risk assessments. Staff will be based at Priory Campus Lundwood & escort/drive the nursing teams when they are called out to a crisis call during night-time hours.

The service work 7 days per week, 365 days per year

Night shifts cover the hours of 21.30 07.30.

Staff will occasionally be required to undertake training & supervision during daytime hours as part of their contract. Additional night shifts may be available dependent upon demands.

At the time of advertising, this role does not meet the minimum requirements set by UK Visas and Immigration to sponsor candidates to work in the UK. For this reason, we are unable to sponsor anyone for a skilled worker visa for this role.

We are happy to accept applications from candidates who can prove their right to work in the UK or via alternative visa routes. Such applications will be considered alongside all other applications.

Main duties of the job

Successful candidates will be working across the Barnsley area therefore the use of a vehicle to undertake any necessary travel in connection with the duties of the post is essential.

Candidates will have the ability to use their own initiative, have good communication skills and able to manage their time effectively. You will also have the ability to communicate with sensitivity and compassion and manage relationships with people.

You will gain valuable experience & have access too, and be supported with relevant training opportunities within the service to gain necessary skills.

The right candidate will be willing to learn & progress their knowledge, be committed to teamwork & delivering high quality patient care. You will have a positive attitude with a focus on team learning & support.

Hours available include:

19 hours per week 2x night shifts

All employees of the Trust are strongly encouraged to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 to protect patients.

We are aware that an increasing number of applicants are using AI technology to generate responses on NHS Job application forms. We strongly discourage this and will conduct a thorough screening process before selecting candidates to progress to the next stage. If you are using AI to enhance your application, please disclose this in your NHS Jobs application form.

About us

We are a specialist NHS Foundation Trust that provides community, mental health and learning disability services for the people of Barnsley, Calderdale, Kirklees and Wakefield. We also provide low and medium secure services and are the lead for the west Yorkshire secure provider collaborative.

Our mission is to help people reach their potential and live well in their communities, we do this by providing high-quality care in the right place at the right time. We employ staff in both clinical and non-clinical services who work hard to make a difference to the lives of service users, families and carers.

We encourage and welcome applications from all protected characteristic groups, we value diversity and want our workforce to be reflective of our communities.

Being a foundation Trust means were accountable to our members, who can have a say in how were run. Around 14,300 local people (including staff) are members of our Trust.

Join us and you will be one of over 4,500 staff committed to supporting and improving the mental, physical and social needs of the thousands of people we meet and help each year.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment.

We do reserve to right to close vacancy before the advertised closing date if necessary, so please apply as soon as possible.

Details

Date posted

01 August 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£24,465 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

C9378-B2186

Job locations

Priory Campus

Pontefract Road, Lundwood

Barnsley

S71 5PN


Job description

Job responsibilities

JOB SUMMARY

The post holder will:

under the supervision/direction of registered health care professionals/associate practitioner, within a delegated framework for agreed tasks, be aware of and able to address the basic, routine psychological and physical needs of a defined group of people.

as part of a healthcare team, provide the highest standards of safe and compassionate planned care to people that maximises their recovery and rehabilitation potential.

develop and maintain meaningful therapeutic relationships with people. Adopt a polite, positive and empathetic approach, providing and receiving routine information appropriately.

ensure the care experienced is positive and service user safety is maintained. Treat everyone, eg, service users, their relatives, visitors, colleagues etc, with respect, dignity and courtesy and in accordance with the Trusts Values.

follow and ensure care is provided in accordance with well-established policies, procedures, protocols, guidelines and established clinical care plans.

Undertake the physical aspects of care eg, moving and handling of service users. Use items of equipment in delivering care eg, hoists, wheelchairs etc, (as appropriate to the role), ensuring appropriate instruction on their use has been received.

attend to the service users personal care needs as required.

be required to concentrate for periods of time, depending upon the care intervention/care plan eg, following the observation policy, taking, recording of physical observations etc, and raising issues of concern appropriately.

participate in a flexible rostering arrangement providing 24-hour/7 day care, (as appropriate to the role).

The content of this post will be reviewed in consultation with the postholder when necessary and in line with the service developments.

For full details of the role please see the supporting documents attached.

Job description

Job responsibilities

JOB SUMMARY

The post holder will:

under the supervision/direction of registered health care professionals/associate practitioner, within a delegated framework for agreed tasks, be aware of and able to address the basic, routine psychological and physical needs of a defined group of people.

as part of a healthcare team, provide the highest standards of safe and compassionate planned care to people that maximises their recovery and rehabilitation potential.

develop and maintain meaningful therapeutic relationships with people. Adopt a polite, positive and empathetic approach, providing and receiving routine information appropriately.

ensure the care experienced is positive and service user safety is maintained. Treat everyone, eg, service users, their relatives, visitors, colleagues etc, with respect, dignity and courtesy and in accordance with the Trusts Values.

follow and ensure care is provided in accordance with well-established policies, procedures, protocols, guidelines and established clinical care plans.

Undertake the physical aspects of care eg, moving and handling of service users. Use items of equipment in delivering care eg, hoists, wheelchairs etc, (as appropriate to the role), ensuring appropriate instruction on their use has been received.

attend to the service users personal care needs as required.

be required to concentrate for periods of time, depending upon the care intervention/care plan eg, following the observation policy, taking, recording of physical observations etc, and raising issues of concern appropriately.

participate in a flexible rostering arrangement providing 24-hour/7 day care, (as appropriate to the role).

The content of this post will be reviewed in consultation with the postholder when necessary and in line with the service developments.

For full details of the role please see the supporting documents attached.

Person Specification

Personal Attributes

Essential

  • Responsive attitude and approach.
  • Dress appropriately for the environment.
  • A Current driving licence and access to a car during the working day is essential (reasonable adjustments will be considered for any applicants who are unable to drive due to a disability).

Training

Essential

  • Must be willing/able to undertake all Trust mandatory training requirements, including the care certificate and subsequent refresher training relevant to the area.
  • Must be willing/able to undergo job development and training.

Physical Attributes

Essential

  • A satisfactory sickness record over previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy).
  • Able to fulfil Occupational Health requirements for the post (with reasonable adjustments if necessary).

Experience

Essential

  • In providing personal care and related procedures for those with health/social needs.
  • In working in a caring environment.
  • In dealing with the public.
  • In working effectively and flexibly independently or as part of a team.

Desirable

  • Able to evidence working in a caring environment or in a voluntary position.

Qualifications

Essential

  • GCSE A-D or grade 3-9 in Maths and English or equivalent.
  • Apprenticeship level 2 health & social care (work based qualification).
  • Care Certificate or required to achieve within 12 weeks of commencement.

Desirable

  • Experience of the speciality area.
  • Willingness to undertake further study/development to level 3.

Special Knowledge/Skills

Essential

  • As appropriate to the role.
  • Demonstrates effective customer care skills;
  • In demonstrating knowledge/understanding of the relevant legislation;
  • Demonstrate ability for safe decision making skills commensurate with role;
  • Basic IT/keyboard skills;
  • Diversity/Cultural awareness;
  • Awareness of responsibilities regarding confidentiality;
  • Able to remain calm under pressure and exposure to emotional, distressing or hazardous situations eg, verbal aggression, body fluids etc;
  • Non-judgemental, empathetic manner;
  • Must embrace Trust Values;
  • Good interpersonal skills;
  • Able to use observation skills to identify potential services user, environmental etc risks and act appropriately;
  • Able to fulfil the requirements of the Value based Induction.

Desirable

  • Language skills other than English.
Person Specification

Personal Attributes

Essential

  • Responsive attitude and approach.
  • Dress appropriately for the environment.
  • A Current driving licence and access to a car during the working day is essential (reasonable adjustments will be considered for any applicants who are unable to drive due to a disability).

Training

Essential

  • Must be willing/able to undertake all Trust mandatory training requirements, including the care certificate and subsequent refresher training relevant to the area.
  • Must be willing/able to undergo job development and training.

Physical Attributes

Essential

  • A satisfactory sickness record over previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy).
  • Able to fulfil Occupational Health requirements for the post (with reasonable adjustments if necessary).

Experience

Essential

  • In providing personal care and related procedures for those with health/social needs.
  • In working in a caring environment.
  • In dealing with the public.
  • In working effectively and flexibly independently or as part of a team.

Desirable

  • Able to evidence working in a caring environment or in a voluntary position.

Qualifications

Essential

  • GCSE A-D or grade 3-9 in Maths and English or equivalent.
  • Apprenticeship level 2 health & social care (work based qualification).
  • Care Certificate or required to achieve within 12 weeks of commencement.

Desirable

  • Experience of the speciality area.
  • Willingness to undertake further study/development to level 3.

Special Knowledge/Skills

Essential

  • As appropriate to the role.
  • Demonstrates effective customer care skills;
  • In demonstrating knowledge/understanding of the relevant legislation;
  • Demonstrate ability for safe decision making skills commensurate with role;
  • Basic IT/keyboard skills;
  • Diversity/Cultural awareness;
  • Awareness of responsibilities regarding confidentiality;
  • Able to remain calm under pressure and exposure to emotional, distressing or hazardous situations eg, verbal aggression, body fluids etc;
  • Non-judgemental, empathetic manner;
  • Must embrace Trust Values;
  • Good interpersonal skills;
  • Able to use observation skills to identify potential services user, environmental etc risks and act appropriately;
  • Able to fulfil the requirements of the Value based Induction.

Desirable

  • Language skills other than English.

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.

Employer details

Employer name

South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust

Address

Priory Campus

Pontefract Road, Lundwood

Barnsley

S71 5PN


Employer's website

https://www.southwestyorkshire.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust

Address

Priory Campus

Pontefract Road, Lundwood

Barnsley

S71 5PN


Employer's website

https://www.southwestyorkshire.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Lesley Cooper

lesley.cooper1@swyt.nhs.uk

07833048059

Details

Date posted

01 August 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£24,465 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

C9378-B2186

Job locations

Priory Campus

Pontefract Road, Lundwood

Barnsley

S71 5PN


Supporting documents

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