Care Support Worker

Job summaryBy joining us you can look forward to a choice of flexible Bank shifts across any of our client Trusts in England, as well as the ability to develop professionally and gain experience in several wards or areas. Main duties of the job Monitoring patient's conditions by taking temperatures, pulse, respirations, and weight. Assisting in the delivery of patient care as directed by the Registered Nurse. Ensuring that the patient is the prime focus when making decisions about their care and wellbeing. Assisting patients with compassion when undertaking normal activities of daily living whilst ensuring that privacy, dignity, and human rights are respected.About usWe specialise in putting people in places to care. Every year we help thousands of dedicated candidates and highly skilled NHS workers enjoy better career opportunities, access to more shifts and a healthier work-life balance, giving more choice and control to our members.As an equal opportunities' organisation, NHSP is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective Bank members and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender reassignment, or marriage and civil partnership. We believe there is a strong case for the Equality, Diversity and Inclusion agenda and westrongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a range of backgrounds to apply.Job description Job responsibilitiesJob Title: Care Support Worker Trust: East Cheshire NHS TrustLocation: Macclesfield Pay Rates: £11.45- £20.95Shift Patterns: 7:30-15:00,15:00-22:30, 22:30-07:30Trust info We provide safe, effective and personal care toour patients. We are a community and acute trust serving a large population andour vision is to ensure our patients receive the best care in the right place.We have over 2,500 staff who work across our community settings and our threehospital sites.Why might this job interestyou? This positionallows you to make a significant impact on patients' lives by providingessential support and compassionate care, all while having the freedom tochoose your own working hours. The flexibility of a bank role enables careassistants to balance your professional responsibilities with personalcommitments, promoting a healthy work-life balance. The ability to contributeto patient care on a flexible schedule makes this role both rewarding andaccommodating.What you can add:Monitoring patients' conditions by taking temperatures, pulse,respirations and weightAssisting in the delivery of patient care as directed by the RegisteredNurseEnsuring that the patient is the prime focus when making decisions abouttheir care and wellbeingAssisting patients with compassion when undertaking normal activities ofdaily living whilst ensuring that privacy, dignity, and human rights arerespectedThe role will involve, but not be limited to youperforming the above.What you'll need: Minimum of 6 months Acute HCSW UK (Private,NHS or Armed Forces) hospital/hospice experience within the last 2 yearsORCurrently studying General/Adult Nursing(Student Nurse) and completed a minimum of 12 weeks clinical placements.**Depending on the Trust, youmay require variable additional certification and skills.Thebenefits we can offer you in return:Putting People inPlaces to Care be part of the NHSP community, byjoining the bank and caring for patients with a team of people from all walksof life.Weekly pay to give you access to your wages more quickly. Blue Light Card NHS Discount ProviderFirst choice of shifts/placements at the Trust of your choice over agencies.Our team is alwayshappy to help - access our support line any time.Working options to suityour lifestyle being on the bankgives you the flexibility to work the shifts you want or choose fixed termplacements.Training anddevelopment opportunities via the Trust andNHSPs own academy.Explore differentwards, keep your skills up to date whilstgaining vital experience.Being part of the NHSPCommunity means youll get access to memberactivities such as member of the month, member appreciation week, key dategiveaways, webinar series and much more.Who areNHS Professionals?NHSProfessionals is a flexible staff bank, owned by the Department of Health, ourpurpose is to provide you with the autonomy to decide when, how, and where youwant to work. Supporting your lifestyle and making you feel part of the teamand community. Offering you flexible work or alternatively fixed termplacements.ApplyToday Byjoining us you can look forward to a choice of flexible Bank shifts or fixedterm placements across any of our client Trusts in England.Job description Job responsibilitiesJob Title: Care Support Worker Trust: East Cheshire NHS TrustLocation: Macclesfield Pay Rates: £11.45- £20.95Shift Patterns: 7:30-15:00,15:00-22:30, 22:30-07:30Trust info We provide safe, effective and personal care toour patients. We are a community and acute trust serving a large population andour vision is to ensure our patients receive the best care in the right place.We have over 2,500 staff who work across our community settings and our threehospital sites.Why might this job interestyou? This positionallows you to make a significant impact on patients' lives by providingessential support and compassionate care, all while having the freedom tochoose your own working hours. The flexibility of a bank role enables careassistants to balance your professional responsibilities with personalcommitments, promoting a healthy work-life balance. The ability to contributeto patient care on a flexible schedule makes this role both rewarding andaccommodating.What you can add:Monitoring patients' conditions by taking temperatures, pulse,respirations and weightAssisting in the delivery of patient care as directed by the RegisteredNurseEnsuring that the patient is the prime focus when making decisions abouttheir care and wellbeingAssisting patients with compassion when undertaking normal activities ofdaily living whilst ensuring that privacy, dignity, and human rights arerespectedThe role will involve, but not be limited to youperforming the above.What you'll need: Minimum of 6 months Acute HCSW UK (Private,NHS or Armed Forces) hospital/hospice experience within the last 2 yearsORCurrently studying General/Adult Nursing(Student Nurse) and completed a minimum of 12 weeks clinical placements.**Depending on the Trust, youmay require variable additional certification and skills.Thebenefits we can offer you in return:Putting People inPlaces to Care be part of the NHSP community, byjoining the bank and caring for patients with a team of people from all walksof life.Weekly pay to give you access to your wages more quickly. Blue Light Card NHS Discount ProviderFirst choice of shifts/placements at the Trust of your choice over agencies.Our team is alwayshappy to help - access our support line any time.Working options to suityour lifestyle being on the bankgives you the flexibility to work the shifts you want or choose fixed termplacements.Training anddevelopment opportunities via the Trust andNHSPs own academy.Explore differentwards, keep your skills up to date whilstgaining vital experience.Being part of the NHSPCommunity means youll get access to memberactivities such as member of the month, member appreciation week, key dategiveaways, webinar series and much more.Who areNHS Professionals?NHSProfessionals is a flexible staff bank, owned by the Department of Health, ourpurpose is to provide you with the autonomy to decide when, how, and where youwant to work. Supporting your lifestyle and making you feel part of the teamand community. Offering you flexible work or alternatively fixed termplacements.ApplyToday Byjoining us you can look forward to a choice of flexible Bank shifts or fixedterm placements across any of our client Trusts in England.Person Specification Experience Essential Minimum of 6 months Acute HCSW UK (Private, NHS or Armed Forces) hospital/hospice experience within the last 2 years Desirable Hospital based experience Care of the elderly Qualifications Essential Student Nurse with at least 12 weeks clinical placements. Care Certificate from an NHS Organisation QCF Level 2 Diploma in Healthcare Support Services issued after 2011 QCF Level 2 OR above Diploma in Health & Social Care or Clinical Healthcare Support issued after 2011 QCF Level 3 OR above Diploma in Healthcare Support or Maternity & Paediatric Support issued after 2011 (For Paediatric & Maternity roles only) Degree /Diploma in Nursing and currently do not have an NMC Registration. Desirable NVQ 2 Dementia care Person Specification Experience Essential Minimum of 6 months Acute HCSW UK (Private, NHS or Armed Forces) hospital/hospice experience within the last 2 years Desirable Hospital based experience Care of the elderly Qualifications Essential Student Nurse with at least 12 weeks clinical placements. Care Certificate from an NHS Organisation QCF Level 2 Diploma in Healthcare Support Services issued after 2011 QCF Level 2 OR above Diploma in Health & Social Care or Clinical Healthcare Support issued after 2011 QCF Level 3 OR above Diploma in Healthcare Support or Maternity & Paediatric Support issued after 2011 (For Paediatric & Maternity roles only) Degree /Diploma in Nursing and currently do not have an NMC Registration. Desirable NVQ 2 Dementia care Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please seeEmployer details Employer nameNHS Professionals Limited AddressEast Cheshire NHS Trust, Top Floor, New Alderley House Macclesfield District Hospital Victoria Road Macclesfield SK10 3BL Employer's website