Healthcare Assistant

NHS

  • Durham
  • £24,465-26,598 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 3 days ago
ward 16 is a 33 bedded trauma orthopaedics and plastics admission wardWe are seeking a highly motivated Healthcare assistant to join our friendly and dedicated team. This opportunity is for a comitted and dynamic individual to join a well established enthusiastic team.The successful candiate will support the nursing staff in assisting to care for patients with all activitesMain duties of the jobWard 16 is a 33 bedded trauma orthopaedics and plastics admission wardYou would be required to undertake longdays /nightshifts 7 days a week.Applicants must be able to demonstrate and adhere to the trusts values and behaviours.The main duties will vary daily , assisting patient with personal hygiene,assisting patients during meal times, talking and listening to patients and working in partnership withpatients, carers and the wider team.We aim to Plan and deliver high quality of care to patients adhering to trust policies and proceduresYou must be able to Demonstrate excellent communication skills both verbal and written and work effectively within the multidisciplinary teamAbout usIf you are being interviewed you must accept an interview slot in the system to continue, even if you have arranged with the managerYou must be able to produce ALL certificates stated essential in the person specification or you will not be able to complete pre-employment checksWe provide hospital services from two acute sites - Darlington Memorial Hospital and University Hospital of North Durham. We have a centre for planned care in Bishop Auckland and provide care from community hospitals in Chester-le-Street, Shotley Bridge, Barnard Castle, Sedgefield and Weardale as well as over 80 other community based settings and providing care in patients' homes.We particularly welcome applications from disabled and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates as BAME and disabled people are currently under-representedFull Job Descriptions can be found in the adverts supporting documentsOver reliance on AI-generated content is discouraged and may diminish the applicant's chances of successFor the most up-to-date information on visa requirements and eligibility, please check online to determine whether you can apply.From April 9th 2025 - Healthcare assistants - You must have a minimum of two years of experience working within the NHS as a HCA for the Trust to consider sponsorship (we will only consider sponsorship if you meet this criteria and have a current visa expiring within 3 months)DetailsDate posted01 September 2025Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 3Salary£24,465 to £26,598 a yearContractPermanentWorking patternFull-timeReference numberC9439-2526-0432Job locationsUniversity Hospital Of North DurhamNorth RoadDurhamDH1 5TWJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesTo assist the nursing team with daily patient caresParticipate in admission and discharge of patientsKeep stock check of the wardReport accidents/incidents to the nurse in chargeMaintain confidentiality of all medical and nursing recordsCarry out observations and inform the nursing staffCommunicate with patients and families in order to promote comfort and well-being throughout their stayPerform hoisting and transferring safely of a patientApply brace and splints as necessarySupport the care of all patients learning new orthopaedic skillsCollect specimensAttend all mandatory training and Online learning to enhance knowledgeTo assist in orientation programme for new staffParticipate in a personal development planParticipate in patient education as directed by trained nursesKeep the ward equipment clean and tidyProject a professional appearance in behaviour and manner of dressWelcome new patients and their relatives/carers and help them settle onto the wardAnswer the telephone and refer enquiries to the appropriate member of staffAssist in promoting and open and friendly working environmentEncourage a good working relationship with the multi-disciplinary team.To report any potential complaints or incidents to the ward manager/nurse in charge and participate in the process as appropriateAdhere to the trust uniform policyWork as an advocate for the patients and families on the ward. Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesTo assist the nursing team with daily patient caresParticipate in admission and discharge of patientsKeep stock check of the wardReport accidents/incidents to the nurse in chargeMaintain confidentiality of all medical and nursing recordsCarry out observations and inform the nursing staffCommunicate with patients and families in order to promote comfort and well-being throughout their stayPerform hoisting and transferring safely of a patientApply brace and splints as necessarySupport the care of all patients learning new orthopaedic skillsCollect specimensAttend all mandatory training and Online learning to enhance knowledgeTo assist in orientation programme for new staffParticipate in a personal development planParticipate in patient education as directed by trained nursesKeep the ward equipment clean and tidyProject a professional appearance in behaviour and manner of dressWelcome new patients and their relatives/carers and help them settle onto the wardAnswer the telephone and refer enquiries to the appropriate member of staffAssist in promoting and open and friendly working environmentEncourage a good working relationship with the multi-disciplinary team.To report any potential complaints or incidents to the ward manager/nurse in charge and participate in the process as appropriateAdhere to the trust uniform policyWork as an advocate for the patients and families on the ward.Person SpecificationSpecial RequirementsEssential
  • Self-motivated and able to motivate others.
  • Excellent communication & interpersonal
  • skills.
  • Reflective practitioner.
  • Ability to work in a busy and varied work
  • environment and respond to change.
Desirable
  • Be able to offer pastoral care to mentors and students when providing feedback on performance.
Personal AttributesEssential
  • Good interpersonal skills.
  • Able to engage and build effective relationships at all levels.
  • Understanding of the role of HCSW.
  • Able to work as part of a team.
  • Knowledge and understanding of the need for confidentiality.
QualificationsEssential
  • Relevant NVQ Level 3 or equivalent relevant experience.
  • Care Certificate or willingness to complete within first 6 months of commencement in post.
  • GCSE equivalent in English and Mathematics.
Desirable
  • Short courses relevant to undertake patient and clinical care duties.
Special Skills & KnowledgeEssential
  • Good verbal and written command of
  • English.
  • Ability to act upon own initiative.
  • Good communication skills.
  • Able to work under some pressure.
  • Ability to show leadership
  • Ability to plan own work.
  • Ability to work calmly under pressure.
  • Willing to take and record patient
  • observations.
Desirable
  • Knowledge of care and related procedures, clinical observations, relevant legislation
ExperienceEssential
  • Computer skills.
  • Ability to learn new skills.
Desirable
  • Previous experience in caring for others.
Person SpecificationSpecial RequirementsEssential
  • Self-motivated and able to motivate others.
  • Excellent communication & interpersonal
  • skills.
  • Reflective practitioner.
  • Ability to work in a busy and varied work
  • environment and respond to change.
Desirable
  • Be able to offer pastoral care to mentors and students when providing feedback on performance.
Personal AttributesEssential
  • Good interpersonal skills.
  • Able to engage and build effective relationships at all levels.
  • Understanding of the role of HCSW.
  • Able to work as part of a team.
  • Knowledge and understanding of the need for confidentiality.
QualificationsEssential
  • Relevant NVQ Level 3 or equivalent relevant experience.
  • Care Certificate or willingness to complete within first 6 months of commencement in post.
  • GCSE equivalent in English and Mathematics.
Desirable
  • Short courses relevant to undertake patient and clinical care duties.
Special Skills & KnowledgeEssential
  • Good verbal and written command of
  • English.
  • Ability to act upon own initiative.
  • Good communication skills.
  • Able to work under some pressure.
  • Ability to show leadership
  • Ability to plan own work.
  • Ability to work calmly under pressure.
  • Willing to take and record patient
  • observations.
Desirable
  • Knowledge of care and related procedures, clinical observations, relevant legislation
ExperienceEssential
  • Computer skills.
  • Ability to learn new skills.
Desirable
  • Previous experience in caring for others.

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