Volunteer to Career Ward Support

5 days ago


Whitehaven, Cumbria, United Kingdom North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust Full time
Job Summary

The Volunteer to Career (VtC) program is a partnership between North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust and Inspira, a leading employability expert. This initiative aims to address staffing shortages in the NHS by encouraging volunteers to pursue a career in healthcare.

About the Role

As a ward volunteer, you will provide companionship and support to patients, helping to improve their experience and well-being. Your tasks may include:

  • Assisting with meal delivery and ensuring patients have everything they need
  • Helping patients with physical feeding and drinking when necessary
  • Providing a friendly welcome, emotional support, and reassurance to patients and their families
  • Supporting healthcare assistants and nurses with tasks on the ward
  • Running errands for patients, such as purchasing newspapers or snacks
  • Assisting with meal preparation and serving
  • Cutting up food and opening packaging
  • Collecting and tidying up after meal service
  • Talking to patients, reading with or to them, or engaging in activities like crosswords or dominoes
About Us

North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust is committed to delivering outstanding healthcare services to the population of North Cumbria. Our 5 key principles demonstrate our belief in delivering 'safe, high-quality care every time':

  • Being a clinically led organization
  • Quality and safety at the heart of our trust
  • A positive patient experience every time
  • A great place to work
  • Managing our money well
What We Offer

As a valued member of our team, you will have access to a range of benefits, including:

  • A lease car may be available for this position
  • 27 day holiday scheme rising to 33 after 10 years
  • Flexible working scheme
  • Excellent opportunities for development
  • Competitive NHS Pension scheme
  • Access to NHS discounts with retailers and leisure companies
  • EAP (Employee Assistance Programme) for personal or work-related problems


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