Job summary
Bank Healthcare Support Worker
- Band 2
- Flexible working
- Bank contract
- £22,383.00 pro rata per annum (plus unsocial hours enhancements where applicable)
- Various wards
A variety of shifts are available, covering both day and night duties in different wards and departments.
Main duties of the job
Are you a caring individual looking for a new flexible working life? Do you have the passion and skills to support across Dorset County Hospital at short notice? Our Temporary Staffing Bank needs you!
We are looking to grow our team of Bank Health Care Support Worker (HCSW's). Working on our bank allows you the flexibility of a zero hours contract, whilst allowing you to be part of one amazing team. We are looking for HCSW's who can commit to supporting our service and would be available to work several shifts a week. You will have a choice of preference when booking shifts but will need to be flexible and reallocated to meet the needs of the hospital and to support safe staffing levels.
The role of a Healthcare Support Worker provides personal care whilst working alongside a multidisciplinary team.
To excel in this role you will ideally:
- Have experience in Health Care
- Have excellent communication skills and be able to work as part of a team.
- Have an eye for detail and be able to maintain accurate documentation.
- Be flexible and willing to work across a variety of wards within DCHFT.
Those who are new to care with a genuine interest in a career with the NHS are encouraged to apply as we are able to give on the job training and a full care certificate induction will be provided.
About us
At DCHFT, we pride ourselves on the care we provide for our patients, and on the culture, we are creating for our staff. We work hard to create a fair, inclusive environment for our staff
Our Mission is to provide outstanding care for people in ways which matter to them, and our vision is Dorset County Hospital, working with our health and social care partners, will be at the heart of improving the well-being of our communities.
We are a Trust that celebrates diversity, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from people in all under-represented groups.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Our DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification.
Please contact us at Clinical.Recruitment@dchft.nhs.uk if you are unable to view or download the attachment.
For all our roles, we are looking for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care. To read more about our Trust and our Values search Dorset County Hospital online.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Our DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification.
Please contact us at Clinical.Recruitment@dchft.nhs.uk if you are unable to view or download the attachment.
For all our roles, we are looking for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care. To read more about our Trust and our Values search Dorset County Hospital online.
Person Specification
EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING
Essential
- Maths functional skills level 1/ GCSE D-G (3)
- English functional skills level 1/ GCSE D-G (3)
Desirable
- Completion of the Care Certificate Qualification.
- NVQ Level 2 in Health Care or related field.
KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE
Desirable
- Previous experience within a healthcare setting, either: Nursing Home experience, Acute Hospital experience or Community Care experience
SKILLS & ABILITIES
Essential
- Evidence of good communication skills.
- Demonstrate an understanding of confidentiality
- Evidence of ability to maintain accurate and legible documentation
- Effective time management skills
- Ability to work independently following verbal or written instructions
- Ability to work as part of a team
Desirable
- Have awareness for Health & Safety.
- Awareness of own developmental needs within the post.
Person Specification
EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING
Essential
- Maths functional skills level 1/ GCSE D-G (3)
- English functional skills level 1/ GCSE D-G (3)
Desirable
- Completion of the Care Certificate Qualification.
- NVQ Level 2 in Health Care or related field.
KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE
Desirable
- Previous experience within a healthcare setting, either: Nursing Home experience, Acute Hospital experience or Community Care experience
SKILLS & ABILITIES
Essential
- Evidence of good communication skills.
- Demonstrate an understanding of confidentiality
- Evidence of ability to maintain accurate and legible documentation
- Effective time management skills
- Ability to work independently following verbal or written instructions
- Ability to work as part of a team
Desirable
- Have awareness for Health & Safety.
- Awareness of own developmental needs within the post.
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).
