Healthcare Assistant

2 weeks ago


Sherborne, United Kingdom Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust Full time

Are you a compassionate individual looking to work in an outstanding rated Trust? Willows Ward, Yeatman Hospital, Sherbourne are looking for a Health Care Assistant to join our experienced team.

As a Health Care Assistant, you will be working alongside a multi-disciplinary team in a stroke / neuro ward for the local and wider community. Recently there has been significant investment to develop Dorset stroke services including development with our stroke rehabilitation beds based on Rowan team within The Willows.

In addition, we achieved a nationally recognised accreditation in theGold Standard Frameworkaward for end-of-life care to become the first-ever ‘Hospital Ward of the Year’ for end-of-life care.

We offer a structured induction programme and further career development opportunities after a year of service to explore enrolling on the Registered Nursing Degree Apprenticeship for those who would wish to. We have flexible family-friendly working patterns, pastoral support and the chance to be part of a supportive, high performing team of healthcare professionals.

Early - 07.30 - 15.30

Late - 12.30 - 20.30

Long Day - 07.30 - 20.30

Nights - 20.15 - 07.45

Weekend and public holidays at enhanced pay

To provide a high-quality person-centred approach to care delivery which always considers people’s safety, privacy and dignity.

Assist registered nursing staff in providing high quality individualised nursing care to a clearly defined group of patients, relatives and carers. Work with a multi-disciplinary team to aid patients in gaining independence and mobility in preparation for a safe discharge and participate in providing a range of therapeutic activities for patients

Staff are our top priority and we are a learning organisation who believes in investing in our staff to help them develop personally and professionally to reach their full potential.

Recommend a friend or family member and earn cash

Do you have a friend or family member you would recommend to join us? Or do you know someone who wants to return to practice in the NHS? If the person you refer is appointed by the Trust and completes their probationary period you will receive £500 reward payment for the introduction Please contact the recruitment team if you require further info

At Dorset HealthCare we’re on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We’re a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people.

We do things differently here - it’s one of the reasons the CQC rated us ‘outstanding’ in 2019. It’s also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you’re looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities.

Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. We’re an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves.

Working with us you’ll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don’t know. And you’ll be working towards our vision to be better every day through excellence, compassion and expertise in all we do.


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