Health Care Assistant Job summary
Are you a health care assistant with a passion for care, without a second thought and are looking for a rewarding career where you can make a difference Complex Care could be the right choice for you. We are looking to recruit enthusiastic Health Care Assistants with a positive attitude and compassion to join the Complex Care Team to support children and young people with complex medical needs in their own homes and education settings. You should be able to demonstrate a willingness and commitment to team working and have good communication skills. Level 3 NVQ in health and social care is essential. Successful applicants will complete a competency-based training programme and will have the opportunity to complete the Care Certificate developed by Skills for Care, skills for health and Health Education England, which will equip them with the fundamental skills needed to provide quality care. You will have access to the NHS pension scheme and health service discounts.
We have several positions available which will involve shift work including days, nights and weekends. Our office is based in Congleton but the care packages are based within East Cheshire so the ability to travel is essential part of this role, please demonstrate on your application form how you would meet this requirement.
For an informal discussion about the role please contact Jane Farr, Complex Care Team Leader on 01625 663365 or 07824481772.
Hours per week: Varied hours available (Permanent) and (Fixed Term)
Health Care Assistant Main Duties of the job
The post-holder will be responsible for the holistic care of a children and young adults with complex health care needs and/or technology dependence in the Clients own home. Following a period of competency based training and supervision; HCA’s will be expected to carry out all relevant forms of care following client care plans and East Cheshire Trust policy, procedures and guidelines. The post- holder will be working in conjunction with the family, other carers, health care professionals’ and teachers to ensure a holistic approach to the child / young person’s care.
About us
It is all about the people at East Cheshire NHS Trust. We have a real sense of community, and our values are truly embedded into everything we do, ensuring we are a great and inclusive place to work. You will be supported, developed and empowered throughout your career with us. Come and join us, where you can play your part in helping us deliver outstanding care and improving the health of all the people we serve.
COVID-19 vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself, your family, your colleagues and of course our patients from the virus when working in our healthcare settings. Whilst COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment, we do encourage our staff to get vaccinated. We will be checking the vaccination status of all new starters as part of ongoing monitoring.
Please be aware that this post requires an Enhanced with Barred list Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, the cost of which is payable by the successful candidate. If you have lived or worked abroad for 6 months or more in the last 5 years you will need to obtain an overseas police clearance. Further information can be found on the additional information links at the bottom of the advert.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information.
Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role.
As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage www.careersateastcheshire.nhs.uk for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).
Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications.
We look forward to receiving your application.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Good standard of general education or ability to demonstrate equivalent.
- Good literacy skills
- Care Certificate (or commitment to undertake on commencement of the post)
- NVQ level 3/ City and Guilds – Health/social care related subject (level 3) – or equivalent experience.
Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- Knowledge, skills or experience in health/social care
- Shows insight into the needs and circumstances of patient group.
- Ability to recognise limitations of the role.
- Understand the concept of self-care and self-management principles
- Knowledge of clinical procedures, observations and care.
- Ensures that own actions support equality, diversity, rights and maintain quality.
- Ability to follow direction during a period of supervision and training.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with people and dealing with members of the public
- Self- motivated and enthusiasm for the role with the ability to work on own initiative whilst recognising own limitations.
- Demonstrates effective verbal communication skills
- Computer literacy
- Team player
Desirable
- Previous community / social / childcare experience.
- Experience of working with complex care clients.
- Experience of working within a multi-disciplinary team.
- Previous experience delivering care in a community setting.
Other
Essential
- Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification for more 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).
