Job overview
Templer Ward is a 30 bedded in patient ward within Newton Abbot community Hospital. 20 beds provide care to specialist stroke and neuro rehabilitation patients following treatment in an acute hospital setting. The other 10 beds are for patients requiring general medical care and rehabilitation.
Joining our team on a permanent full time contract, you will be working within a proactive multidisciplinary team to encourage patients to reach the maximum rehabilitation potential to enable safe discharge from hospital.
Our people are caring, committed, inclusive and focussed on quality. We focus on solutions and people’s strengths. We encourage outside the box thinking and embrace innovation and change wherever it can drive improvement. We will support and encourage you to develop your new and existing skills within the role.
If you share our values and vision and are passionate about working with people on what matters to them, you could be a real asset to our Torbay and South Devon Team. #CareToJoinUsTSD
Main duties of the job
- We are looking for a caring and compassionate person who is able to work within a multi-disciplinary team to deliver a high standard of individualised nursing care to our patients.
- You will need excellent communication skills, and be able to work independently, prioritising your workload to ensure the best outcomes for patients.
- You will ensure that your own actions support the care, protection and well-being of individuals, and ensure their privacy and dignity at all times.
- You will need to be flexible as this is a rotational post which includes days, nights and weekend working.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
- Communication and Working Relationships The post holder will be expected to:Work as a member of the team
- Planning and Organisation Recognising and responding to situations within the work area and report to the nurse in charge
- Responsibility and SkillsUndertake direct patient care, in support of, and under the delegation of the Registered Nurse, and document care given as required
- Service Responsibility Assist with last offices and care of relatives/carers
- OrganisationRecognising and responding to situations within the work area and report to the nurse in charge
Full Vacancy details can be found on the attached Job Description/Person Specification. Please refer to your suitability to the post in your supporting information from the role requirements or person specification
Please note:
Priority will be given to applicants with recognised 'Priority' or 'At Risk' status, including NHS staff identified across Devon.
Person specification
Specific Skills
Essential
- Basic computer/keyboard skills
- Fine motor skills – for venepuncture, phlebotomy and other clinical tasks
- Good interpersonal and communication skills
- Record keeping competency in handwritten and electronic records
- Able to manage stress in themselves and others
- Willingness to undertake new skills and training
- To be flexible, adaptable, reliable and punctual
- The post holder must demonstrate a positive commitment to uphold diversity and equality policies approved by the Trust
- Able to prioritise and organise work
- Able to work under instruction, under pressure and as part of a team
- Able to demonstrate empathy, sensitivity, and to adapt communication style to circumstances
- Able to offer support at times of emotional distress
- Able to work as a team member or independently
- Ability to adapt behaviour to changing and challenging situations
Desirable
- Healthcare competencies appropriate to area of work
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Previous experience in a care environment or able to demonstrate a caring nature/ life experience
- Understands the need for strict confidentiality
Desirable
- Working knowledge of complex care needs of some individuals/families including Safeguarding Children & Adults, Domestic Abuse and Mental Health
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- NVQ3 in Health and Social Care or equivalent qualification/ experience
Desirable
- English & Mathematics at GSCE grade A-C (9-4) or level 2 functional skills
- Care certificate
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This advert is for Healthcare Support Worker - Templer Ward with Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust in Torquay, South West, England. It is listed as a Band 3 Healthcare support worker role. The advertised salary is £25,760 - £27,476 per annum pro rata. The contract type is Permanent: required work days/night rotation over 7 day week period. The application deadline is 24 Jul 2026.
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