Job requirements
Requirements from the employer’s person specification. These describe the role, not your personal match.
Essential
23 listedRequirements the employer expects applicants to meet.
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The ability to demonstrate an understanding of the principles of social inclusion and impact of deprivation.
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Well-developed verbal and written communication skills.
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The ability to work effectively as part of a team and resolve potential conflict
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The ability to use initiative and take responsibility for agreed appropriate tasks.
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The ability to work autonomously and as part of a team with the awareness of knowing when to seek support
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The ability and skill to form positive therapeutic relationships
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Support service users' own decision-making that builds on their strengths.
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There is a requirement to undertake training to become proficient in the use of SystemOne.
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Good patient assessment skills.
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Knowledge of signs and symptoms of a range of mental and physical disorders and its effects on individuals. phlebotomy procedures
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Ability to undertake ECG’s
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Experience in wound care and wound management
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Experience in monitoring and support with the management of long-term conditions
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The ability to use SystmOne clinical records, and Microsoft Word packages
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NHS Health checks
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Stock room ordering, and emergency equipment checks.
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NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care or currently studying in the final year of a degree in nursing
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Pass at GCSE, or equivalent in Maths, English and a science subject
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Experience of working with people with health needs.
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Knowledge of primary care, mental health and addiction support services and an ability to work across these areas under supervision
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Knowledge of relevant nursing procedures and practices
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Previous experience of working in a GP practice
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Experience of work in a multidisciplinary team setting.
Desirable
5 listedAdditional qualities the employer would prefer.
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Experience with LD and care home patients
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SystmOne
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Additional skills and competencies within nursing achieved through accreditation with skills for health, First Steps Programme or universally recognised Higher Care certificate.
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Experience in Accident and Emergency settings
Job overview
Join Our Team Are you a compassionate and motivated Healthcare Assistant looking to develop your skills in primary care? We are seeking an enthusiastic Band 3 Healthcare Assistant to join our friendly and supportive team at Tieve Tara Medical Centre. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in delivering high-quality patient care within a busy GP practice. Working under the supervision of our Lead Practice Nurse, you will support patients throughout their healthcare journey and contribute to the delivery of safe, effective, and person-centered care.
At Spectrum Community Health CIC, we are proud of our culture and expect colleagues to be committed to and demonstrate our values of Working Together, Integrity, Respect and Recognition, Compassion and Innovation, and are looking for someone who shares our passion for improving patient outcomes and experiences.
Main duties of the job
About the Role Please see job description and person specification for role requirements.
As a Healthcare Assistant, you will provide a range of clinical and patient-focused services, including and will work closely with GPs, nurses, and the wider multidisciplinary team to help deliver excellent primary care services to our local community.
What we are looking for: We are looking for a proactive and resilient individual who can work effectively both independently and as part of a team. The successful candidate will demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills, sound judgement, and the ability to use initiative when managing competing priorities in a busy healthcare environment. You will be adaptable, self-motivated, and able to respond professionally to a variety of challenges while maintaining confidentiality, empathy, and compassion. A flexible approach to working patterns and locations, together with a commitment to personal and professional development, is essential for this role.
If you are passionate about delivering outstanding patient care and would like to be part of a dedicated primary care team, we would love to hear from you.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
For more information on the job role please see the job description and person specification attached.
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.
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This advert is for Healthcare Support Worker - Tieve Tara with Spectrum Community Health CIC in Castleford. It is listed as a Band 3 Healthcare support worker role. The advertised salary is £25,760 - £27,476 per annum. The contract type is Fixed term: 12 months (12 months maternity cover). The application deadline is 09 Sep 2026.
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