Main duties of the job
The post holder is responsible for supporting both the nursing and medical staff in the care and treatment of patients/clients attending Brook sexual health services. The role blends both clinical and administrative responsibilities, recognising the importance of both elements in the smooth running of the service. The post holder works under the supervision of Registered Nurses/Midwives in the delivery of patient care to a defined patient/client group and will at all times work within the boundaries of their existing and developing skills.
* Experience of working in a healthcare setting
To learn more about the role and person specification please read the attached role specification which can be found on the application form.
About us
Brook is the UK’s leading sexual health and wellbeing charity. We are committed to changing attitudes, challenging prejudice and championing equality.
Our unique combination of clinical services and education programmes are designed to meet individual needs and instill positive behaviours that influence their whole lives. Our digital solutions help us reach even greater numbers of young people and professionals, and our expansion into all-age services ensures that whole communities can benefit from our inclusive, non-judgmental approach to sexual and reproductive health.
We are continuously listening to and learning from our service users and the communities we support. We amplify the voices of those who face barriers to access, ensuring that sexual health remains high on the political agenda and that law, policy and practice is aligned with what they need.
Job responsibilities
We are 4 Day Week employer Purpose of the role
The post holder is responsible for supporting both the nursing and medical staff in the care and treatment of patients/clients attending Brook sexual health services. The role blends both clinical and administrative responsibilities, recognising the importance of both elements in the smooth running of the service. The post holder works under the supervision of Registered Nurses/Midwives in the delivery of patient care to a defined patient/client group and will at all times work within the boundaries of their existing and developing skills.
* Experience of working in a healthcare setting
To learn more about the role and person specification please read the attached role specification which can be found on the application form. About the role:
(Upon completing your probationary period, you will be eligible to join the 4 Day Week program, which allows you to work 20% fewer hours without a decrease in salary)
* Contract: Permanent
* Location: Brook Thurrock
* ApplicationTip: Ensure your supporting statement refers to the person specification as this will assist in a successful sift through to the interview stage.
About Brook:
Brook is the UK’s leading sexual health and wellbeing charity. We are committed to changing attitudes, challenging prejudice and championing equality.
Our unique combination of clinical services and education programmes are designed to meet individual needs and instill positive behaviours that influence their whole lives. Our digital solutions help us reach even greater numbers of young people and professionals, and our expansion into all-age services ensures that whole communities can benefit from our inclusive, non-judgmental approach to sexual and reproductive health.
We are continuously listening to and learning from our service users and the communities we support. We amplify the voices of those who face barriers to access, ensuring that sexual health remains high on the political agenda and that law, policy and practice is aligned with what they need.
Benefits of working for Brook:
* 4 Day Week (Working 20% hours less without salary decrease)
* Annual leave – 28 days per annum, increasing up to 33 days plus 8 bank holidays
* Sick pay (from 3 up to 12 weeks fully paid)
* Cycle to Work up to £1k
* Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
* Long service awards
* Maternity and paternity pay
* Pension scheme – Employee pension contributions matched by Brook up to 4% of qualifying earnings
* Training and development opportunities
* Coaching
Please note this role requires the successful applicant to undertake an enhanced DBS check. Candidates must be able to provide paperwork demonstrating their right to work in the UK.
Please note: internal applicants with live sanctions will not be considered for this role.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy when we are in receipt of sufficient applications. Should you wish to apply for this post you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible.
Due to the high number of applications for this post, it will not be possible to respond to every application. We will contact you within 4 weeks of the closing date if you have been shortlisted for the role.
Thank you for your interest in working for Brook.
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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.
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