Senior Healthcare Assistant

6 days ago

Southampton, United Kingdom University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust Full time

Job summary

The recruitment team at the University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust (UHS) are delighted to be able to offer a fantastic opportunity for a customer focussed, friendly and enthusiastic individual, as part of our expanding service.

E1 is a 16 bedded regional cardiac unit with 4 High Dependancy Cardiac beds . The ward cares for children from birth to 18 as well as supporting their families/carers with a range of cardiac medical conditions and those requiring cardiac surgery.

E1 accepts tertiary referrals from across the Thames and Wessex network.

We are looking for staff that are passionate about our trust values and want to be part of a culture that supports and advocates for our amazing children and their families.

UHS offers fantastic training and development giving you the best possible opportunities to achieve the career you want. Development of our staff is central to the delivery of high quality, safe and effective care. We can offer opportunities to develop within a supportive environment, and our staff survey results reflect our commitment to facilitate your career progression.

Main duties of the job

Attached you will find the person specification document which provides more detail about the essential and desirable skills and experience needed for this role. We highly recommend you review this document and use it when completing your application as these criteria are used by hiring managers as guidance during shortlisting.

For an overview of the main duties of the role please see the 'Job Description and Main Responsibilities' section below. To understand the day-to-day responsibilities in more detail please read the full job description document attached.

About us

As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. All non-clinical roles may involve a mixture of on site and remote working, Specific details and flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.

Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.

All non-clinical roles may involve a mixture of on-site and remote working, Specific details and flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process. UHS employees can access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.

Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.

Job description

Job responsibilities

In this role you will:

Provide a high standard of specialist individualised care Communicate effectively with a multi-disciplinary team at UHS Maintain accurate records of observation, treatment and patient/family care

WHAT WERE LOOKING FORAlong with the relevant qualifications we are looking for you to demonstrate: Evidence of on-going professional development Good written and oral communication skills

The flexibility to work the full range of shifts within a 24-hour shift pattern is essential and previous experience in a paediatric environment is desired but not essential.

Please see attached job description and person specification for further details.

Person Specification

Qualifications / training required

Essential

NVQ 3 in Health or Childcare or equivalent Numeracy skills and Literacy skills at level 1 or 2 (or equivalent).

Desirable

Experienced and competent in additional clinical skills, as per job description.

Previous or relevant experience necessary

Essential

Proven experience in a caring role Understanding of acute hospital environment and the role of a Senior Healthcare Assistant

Desirable

Previous HCA experience. Previous experience of working with the general public. Experience of using a computer.

Aptitudes and skills required

Essential

Literacy and numeracy skills. Ability to communicate with wide range of people. Ability to work as a team member. Ability to work under own initiative and prioritise workload Ability to adjust to pressures of job. Good interpersonal skills. Willingness to undertake further training. Patience, dependability and motivation shown. Be able to take instruction / directions. Aware of personal limitations.

Desirable

Able to question appropriately.

Values and behaviours

Essential

Patient First Working Together Always Improving

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