Healthcare Assistant - Ward 35

Job overview

Healthcare Assistant - Ward 35  Band 2 37.5 Hours per week

Ward 35 is a 23-bedded Care of the Elderly ward caring for patients aged 65 years and over, including those living with dementia, delirium and Parkinson’s disease.

We are seeking enthusiastic and compassionate Band 2 Health Care Assistants who are eager to learn, demonstrate a kind and caring approach towards patients, families and colleagues, and who will contribute positively as valued members of our team.

This Trust is an exciting and rewarding place to work. Successful applicants will receive comprehensive support when joining the team, including a full induction and training programme. You will also be allocated a mentor who will guide and support you throughout your learning and development journey.

Essential Requirements

• Previous experience working within a Healthcare or Social Care setting.
• A caring, compassionate and patient-centred approach.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• A willingness to learn and develop within the role.
• Values that align with those of the Trust: Caring, Fair and Innovative.

Important Information

• Only candidates who submit a fully completed application form demonstrating how they meet the person specification will be shortlisted.

This vacancy may close early if a sufficient number of applications are received.

Main duties of the job

As a Band 2 Health Care Assistant on Ward 35, you will work as part of the multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality, person-centred care to older adults with a range of physical, cognitive and complex health needs, including dementia, delirium and Parkinson's disease.

Key responsibilities include:

• Assisting patients with personal care needs, including washing, dressing, toileting and maintaining dignity at all times.
• Supporting patients with eating and drinking, encouraging independence where possible and monitoring nutritional intake.
• Assisting with the safe mobilisation and transfer of patients using appropriate equipment and techniques.
• Supporting patients who may be confused, distressed or living with dementia by providing reassurance, effective communication and compassionate care.
• Assisting with pressure area care and supporting measures to prevent falls and maintain patient safety.
• Working in partnership with patients, families and carers, treating everyone with kindness, respect and dignity.
• Accurately documenting care provided and communicating effectively with members of the multidisciplinary team.
• Adhering to Trust policies, infection prevention and control standards, safeguarding procedures and health and safety requirements.
• Participating in training, supervision and development opportunities to enhance your knowledge and skills.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For a full list of duties and responsibilities, please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification

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.