Job overview
PLEASE NOTE THAT WE WILL ONLY ACCEPT APPLICATIONS FROM STAFF CURRENTLY EMPLOYED BY SWANSEA BAY UNIVERSITY HEALTH BOARD.
This is a fixed term position for 12 months due to the needs of the service.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a suitably qualified, friendly, hardworking and experienced healthcare support worker to join the multi-disciplinary team within the Sexual Health Department.
We are looking for an enthusiastic and well- motivated individual who has excellent communication, organisation and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work as part of a team and on your own initiative.
This is a busy post set in Sexual Health, which includes the Pregnancy Advisory Service (abortion care). Areas of work include the Sexual Health Clinic in Singleton Hospital, Neath Port Talbot Hospital, and satellite venues throughout Swansea Bay and Neath Port Talbot.
Main duties of the job
The Senior Healthcare Assistant (Level 3) has greater autonomy than a Healthcare Assistant and undertakes a wider range of care duties in line with policies and procedures. They work independently on delegated tasks with appropriate supervision from a registered or assistant practitioner.
They contribute to assessments and support the development, implementation, and evaluation of individualised care plans. The role includes supervising staff and promoting high standards of care.
Applicants should have healthcare experience, knowledge of the fundamentals of care, basic physiology, and safeguarding principles. Venepuncture skills are desirable but not essential.
Discretion, confidentiality, compassion, and a caring nature are essential for this role.
Please read the full job description.
The role involves travel between clinics in Neath Port Talbot and Swansea and working flexibly with team members across Swansea Bay University Health Board in delivering Sexual Health Services.
The post holder reports directly to the Lead Nurse and works closely with clinical colleagues.
Working for our organisation
We believe staff are our best asset and we want you to be happy and confident about starting your career here in Swansea Bay University Health Board.
As one of the biggest healthcare groups in the UK we can offer a wealth of professional training and development opportunities in an innovative, forward-thinking organisation.
You might be a nurse or doctor, maybe you specialise in a health science/therapy or can offer skills in one of our support services - we have a job for you.
There are also apprenticeships, work placements and volunteering roles available.
We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from everyone whatever their sex; religion or belief; race; age; sexual orientation; gender identity or, whether they are pregnant or have recently been on maternity leave, married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled.
Our values - Caring For Each Other, Working Together and Always Improving, show that our commitment to equality is at the heart of everything we do.
If you want excellent career and training opportunities while living on the doorstep of some of Europe's most spectacular scenery, with all the benefits of a thriving and cosmopolitan city - look no further.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please see the attached job description and person specification for a detailed outline of the job requirements. This is available for you bilingually, in English and Welsh.
Person specification
Knowledge
Essential criteria
1. Level 3 qualification in a health care related subject Or Equivalent experience and can evidence work based competency demonstrating theoretical knowledge, and the ability to undertake clinical care duties relevant for the role which is gained through experience and worked based training/short courses.
2. Knowledge of the Code of Conduct for Healthcare Support Workers in Wales and All Wales Delegation Guidelines (HEIW).
3. Knowledge of relevant policies and procedures within a healthcare setting for example the principles of Safeguarding adults/children to keep patients within their care safe, and confidentiality for example General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR).
4. Experience of working within a relevant health or social care environment, providing direct patient care.
Desirable criteria
5. Experience of working with patient groups relevant to area of practice.
Experience
Essential criteria
6. Experience of working within the NHS.
7. Good communication skills – verbal and written, with the ability to convey information clearly and sensitively.
8. Ability to work with minimum supervision to a high standard.
9. Ability to keep calm in stressful situations.
10. Ability to demonstrate a caring and compassionate approach.
11. Organisational skills, with the ability to plan and prioritise own and others workload efficiently.
12. Physically able to carry out the duties of the role, including lifting, assisting with mobility, and performing other manual tasks.
Desirable criteria
13. Ability to use technology to undertake the role, for example Microsoft Office, virtual platforms such TEAMS.
14. Welsh Language Skills are desirable levels 1 to 5 in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing in Welsh.
15. Ability to work a range of shift patterns.
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Welsh language skills are desirable