Job Description

Are you looking for a rewarding job, full of opportunities to develop and make a difference to people's lives?At University Hospitals Sussex, we're looking for motivated individuals to join us as a Healthcare Assistant. Whether you're starting your journey in healthcare or seeking a new challenge, this is your opportunity to thrive.This is a development role for motivated individuals looking to progress and develop into a Senior Healthcare Assistant. Over the course of 6 months you will be supported to complete your Care Certificate, undertake higher level care skills and on completion progress to a Band 3 Senior Health Care Assistant.Why join us at UHSussex?Be part of a team - Our hard-working, talented and dedicated team of over 20,000 staff work together towards a common goal 'where better never stops' and you will play a vital part in driving us forwards and improving the lives of patients across Sussex.Work flexibly! - We can offer you full time (37.5 hrs a week) or part time (23 hours minimum) roles to suit your lifestyle.Career opportunities - As a successful candidate, you can look forward to working within a friendly and supportive environment to gain skills and competencies. Explore the pathways UHSussex offers you for career progression within the trustMain duties of the jobTo assist patients to carry out personal care including meeting hygiene and continence needs, dressing and supporting patients with appearance whilst encouraging independence, as appropriateTo assist with patient nutritional needs - eating, drinking, menu selection, meal delivery and special diets according to the individual patient's needs o To assist patients to mobilise where appropriate.Under the supervision of the qualified nurse or registered practitioner support patients undergoing clinical procedures ensuring their comfort and safetyTo assist in the maintenance of up to date, comprehensive and accurate records in accordance with current legal requirementsTo ensure that stock levels of linen, sterile supplies and stationery are maintained at all times in conjunction with the senior sister / ward receptionist.To maintain the confidentiality of information about patients, staff and other health service business.To escort patients and families to other departments within the hospital as requiredTo participate in maintaining standards of hygiene, cleanliness and infection control, reporting problems as appropriate and adhering to Trust policy.To assist in setting up and preparing patient areas appropriately to the clinical areaFor further information, please see the and Person Specification.About usAt UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in ourWellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.Candidate Information Pack: https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/resources/candidate-information-pack/Date posted03 April 2025Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 2Salaryxc2xa324,169 a year per annum pro rataContractPermanentWorking patternFull-time, Part-timeReference number279-RSCHHCAB2-APR25Job locationsRoyal Sussex County HospitalBrightonBN2 5BEJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesNo previous healthcare experience is necessary. We will provide all the training you need before you start working on one of our wards. You will start on our induction programme to help you settle into our organization and receive 2 week supernumerary time once on the ward.For further information, please see the and Person Specification.Please do not apply for this advert if you require Bank only. Hours: Minimum 23 hours per week (part-time) or full-time options available. Please be aware this advert may close early if a high volume of applications are received. Interviews to take place on Wednesday 16th April 2025 in St Richards Hospital, Chichester. Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesNo previous healthcare experience is necessary. We will provide all the training you need before you start working on one of our wards. You will start on our induction programme to help you settle into our organization and receive 2 week supernumerary time once on the ward.For further information, please see the and Person Specification.Please do not apply for this advert if you require Bank only. Hours: Minimum 23 hours per week (part-time) or full-time options available. Please be aware this advert may close early if a high volume of applications are received. Interviews to take place on Wednesday 16th April 2025 in St Richards Hospital, Chichester.Person SpecificationQualifications/ExperienceEssential

• Able to demonstrate ability and importance of working as a member of a team
• Experience of time management and prioritising work
• Understands and committed to a caring approach to patients & relatives
• Able to demonstrate understanding of the role of the HCA

Desirable

• Experience of providing care in a healthcare or social setting
• Level 2 QCF Diploma in Clinical Healthcare support or Level 2 NVQ in Healthcare Health & Social Care or Level 2 in Health & Social Care (NVQ, QCF, RQF)
• GCSE in English Language, or equivalent
• GCSE in Mathematics or equivalent

SkillsEssential

• Effective and appropriate communication skills both written and verbal
• IT skills, basic word, Email, keyboard skills
• Enthusiasm and commitment to working within the healthcare setting

Desirable

• Demonstrate an awareness of healthcare work and policies and procedures

Freedom to ActEssential

• Able to work on own initiative within limitation of the role
• Responsible for adhering to standard procedures within own area

Specific RequirementsEssential

• Flexible and adaptable to change, able to work a range of shifts and moving across wards/unit dependent on clinical need

Equality, Diversity, and InclusionEssential

• Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).
• Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues

Person SpecificationQualifications/ExperienceEssential

• Able to demonstrate ability and importance of working as a member of a team
• Experience of time management and prioritising work
• Understands and committed to a caring approach to patients & relatives
• Able to demonstrate understanding of the role of the HCA

Desirable

• Experience of providing care in a healthcare or social setting
• Level 2 QCF Diploma in Clinical Healthcare support or Level 2 NVQ in Healthcare Health & Social Care or Level 2 in Health & Social Care (NVQ, QCF, RQF)
• GCSE in English Language, or equivalent
• GCSE in Mathematics or equivalent

SkillsEssential

• Effective and appropriate communication skills both written and verbal
• IT skills, basic word, Email, keyboard skills
• Enthusiasm and commitment to working within the healthcare setting

Desirable

• Demonstrate an awareness of healthcare work and policies and procedures

Freedom to ActEssential

• Able to work on own initiative within limitation of the role
• Responsible for adhering to standard procedures within own area

Specific RequirementsEssential

• Flexible and adaptable to change, able to work a range of shifts and moving across wards/unit dependent on clinical need

Equality, Diversity, and InclusionEssential

• Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).
• Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues

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