We’re looking for a compassionate and motivated healthcare support worker to join our Eye Unit. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a specialist setting, supporting patients undergoing ophthalmic procedures and contributing to high standards of care.
Under the supervision and responsibility of the Registered Health Professional (RHP), the HSW will implement high standards of care for patients as prescribed and delegated by the RHP following hospital guidelines and protocols and always promoting a patient-focused approach and delivering the hospitals business objectives.
Why join us?
* Be part of a supportive and values-led team.
* Access training and development opportunities.
* Contribute to a culture of care, safety, and continuous improvement.
About us
At Benenden Hospital we put patients at the heart of everything we do. We attract kind, compassionate, and talented people to our ultra-modern private hospital, which opened in 1907 and has been rated as Outstanding by the CQC. We hold JAG accreditation for Endoscopy and have a beautiful setting in the middle of the Kent countryside.
Benenden Hospital offers excellent working conditions and facilities. We promote flexible working and a healthy work/life balance. We are committed to professional development and have excellent training and education facilities. We work hard to make sure that everyone at Benenden Hospital feels involved and shares our values and vision for the future.
About the role
* Assist clinical staff such as nurses, radiographers, and physiotherapists.
* Support patients with personal care, mobility, and hygiene needs.
* Carry out delegated clinical tasks under supervision.
* Accurately document patient interactions and update IT systems.
* Prepare patients for examinations and assist with procedures.
* Maintain clean, well-stocked care areas and handle medical equipment safely.
Skills and experience required
* Educated to GCSE level or equivalent experience.
* NVQ Level III in Health & Social Care or willingness to undertake.
* Basic Life Support training.
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
* Ability to multitask under pressure and work both independently and as part of a team.
* Good IT skills and attention to detail.
* A caring, flexible, and patient-focused approach.
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Benefits include
* Competitive salaries
* 27 days Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays
* Defined contribution pension scheme with employer contribution up to 10%
* Membership to Benenden Health which offers a wide range of benefits, discounts and activities
* Excellent Life Assurance benefit
* Free parking
* Subsidised eye tests
* Free Flu vaccinations
* Subsidised on site Restaurant
“I love working at Benenden Hospital, it’s a beautiful location in the countryside”, “the whole organisation is supportive”, “it’s the team, the team are amazing”, “Benenden is a bit like a family”, “the whole atmosphere is brilliant”
These are just some of the reasons why more than 400 people work at Benenden Hospital which has a long history of caring since it was founded in 1907.