Are you a caring individual looking to work in an outstanding rated Trust? Stanley Purser Ward, based at Swanage Community Hospital, is looking for either an experienced or new-to-care Health Care Assistant to join their team.
As a Health Care Assistant, you will work alongside a multi-disciplinary team. We pride ourselves on providing the best care to patients and their families. Our Elderly Rehabilitation and End of Life Care unit achieved a nationally recognized accreditation (Platinum award) in the Gold Standard Framework award for end-of-life care. We offer a structured induction programme, with opportunities to develop your skills clinically and professionally, including options like the Trainee Nursing Apprenticeship & the Registered Nursing Degree Apprenticeship.
If you are new to care and hold no healthcare experience, we offer a fantastic development opportunity with a structured plan to progress from a band 2 to a band 3 Health Care Assistant upon successful completion.
The Healthcare Assistant role involves working on a rotational basis with long days (07:30 – 20:30) and night shifts (20:00 – 08:00). Weekend and public holiday shifts are paid at an enhanced rate.
Applications from candidates requiring current Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK are unfortunately ineligible for this position.
Your responsibilities include assisting registered nursing staff in providing high-quality, individualized care to patients, relatives, and carers, as well as helping patients gain independence and mobility for safe discharge. You will also participate in therapeutic activities for patients.
We prioritize our staff and are a learning organization committed to investing in your personal and professional development to help you reach your full potential.
This role requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which the Trust will cover. Applicants subscribed to the DBS update service can present a valid DBS certificate instead of a new check.
At Dorset HealthCare, we’re dedicated to empowering people to make the most of their lives through outstanding, integrated healthcare services. We are a dynamic, forward-looking Trust operating 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities, and a wide range of community and mental health services for nearly 800,000 people.
We do things differently — rated ‘outstanding’ by the CQC in 2019. 95% of patients report good or very good experiences, and 89% of staff feel they can make a difference. Whether working in bustling towns, vibrant urban areas, seaside locations, or scenic Dorset, you can make a difference in our communities.
Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of our success. We believe in equal opportunities, celebrate diversity, and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can be authentic and strive to be their best.
Join us to be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and help us improve every day through excellence, compassion, and expertise.
For further details or informal visits, contact:
Name: Zoe Bagg
Job title: Senior Sister/Ward Manager
Email: zoe.bagg@nhs.net
Telephone: 01929475041
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