Responsibilities
* Maintains safety, privacy and dignity of all patients in the delivery of patient‑centred care, recognising and respecting differences including spiritual and cultural beliefs.
* Recognises the signs of patient harm, abuse or neglect, including poor clinical practice, and identifies issues regarding the safeguarding of children who may be at risk; reports all such concerns in accordance with Trust Safeguarding procedures.
* Undertakes delegated activities within level of own competency, and with due regard to risk assessment, to assist with the implementation of intervention plans as part of the multidisciplinary team.
* Completes patient assessment tools and accurately summarises them within patient care records.
* Identifies changes in patients' presentation and acts, reports and records appropriately.
* Carrys out ECG or venepuncture as required, if trained.
* Assists in the provision of health education and advice on health promotion to patients and their carers.
* Demonstrates safe breakaway techniques in the management of violence and aggression as required.
* Acts as an advocate for patients and carers where appropriate and provided with authorisation.
Qualifications and Requirements
* Post is not open to trainees; successful candidate must have completed the Diploma in Health and Social Care Level 2 or equivalent.
* Must hold Literacy and Numeracy level 2 or equivalent.
* Must complete the Trust Healthcare Assistant competencies within the probationary period (first 6 months).
* Right to work in the United Kingdom; UK or Republic of Ireland nationals are exempt from sponsorship.
* Non‑UK/RoI candidates require a valid Certificate of Sponsorship; eligibility for Health and Care Worker or Skilled Worker visa depends on role conditions.
* Proof of immigration status, criminal record certificates for applicable periods, and other required documentation must be provided as part of the application.
Benefits and Working Conditions
Fixed‑term contract conditions apply to temporary needs; permanent staff confirmed if funding secured. We offer a comprehensive induction and workforce development plan, and two start dates per month on the 1st and 3rd Mondays.
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