Health Care Support Worker

Job summaryLimited vacancies available at full & part time - May close prior to closing date.We are looking for dynamic and flexible Care Support Workers to join ourEmergency Department and Acute Medical Unit.We are interested in hearing from compassionate, caring and confidentindividuals that are both professional and reliable. The role of the caresupport worker is imperative to the health and well-being of our patients, asyou will support them with their personal hygiene, toileting, mobility andnutritional needs.The successful candidates will need to have excellent communicationskills and a genuine passion for caring for others. The successful candidatewill be working in a fast paced environment, delivering care to acutely unwellpatients. Formal care experience is desirable; however, we also welcome thosewith informal care and life experience to apply. The candidate will be expectedto work a mixture of shift patterns.We are a friendly and caring organisation and choosing a career in careat Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust means joining: A friendly and supportiveworking environment where you have the opportunity to develop your career in asupportive environmentGenerous annual leaveentitlement and the opportunity to contribute to an excellent pension schemeAn organisation with excellentoccupational Health and Wellbeing services.An organisation recently ratedGood by the CQCA Trust that embracesinnovation and improvementMain duties of the jobIf successful, you will be supported to complete The Care Certificate. Once all 15 modules have been assessed as competent; you will be awarded with a nationally recognised qualification and you will be equipped to provide compassionate, safe and high-quality care and support to our patients and their relatives.The post holder will work as part of themultidisciplinary team delivering a range of designated tasks/duties of aclinical and non- clinical nature including personal compassionate care topatients, working within agreed policy and procedures.The post holder will work under thesupervision of the NMC Registrant at all times, who holds delegatedaccountability for the work designated. About usPlease note that the Trust reserves the right to close aposition early.Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is a high performingTrust achieving a Good rating in our most recent Care Quality Commission(CQC) assessment and achieving significant progress in the delivery of ourstrategic objectives. We are proud of the commitment of our staff to ensuring astrong and sustainable future for this organisation which is highly valued byour local communities.There has never been a better time to join Barnsley Hospital. Itis moving at pace and a we can do this attitude is evident right through theorganisation, where staff are engaged for change and committed to being part ofthe journey to sustainability and growth.Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is committed to promotingequality of opportunity and fair treatment to all applicants regardless of race,nationality, ethnic origin, gender, marital status, mental or physicaldisability, religion or belief, sexual orientation, age or offending history.The cost of the DBS(criminal records check) for Band 6 and above roles only will be met by thesuccessful candidate(s) through salary deduction.Certificatesof SponsorshipFor individuals who may require sponsorship underthe skilled worker or health & care visa route please use the link below tocheck your eligibility Check if you need a UK visa - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk), band2 are no longer eligible for sponsorship (This role is NOT eligible).Job description Job responsibilitiesPlease refer to the attached Job Descriptionand Person Specification for full details of the role and responsibilities.Job description Job responsibilitiesPlease refer to the attached Job Descriptionand Person Specification for full details of the role and responsibilities.Person Specification Qualifications Essential Willingness to undertake the Care Certificate education & training package. Willingness to undertake Functional skills level 2 Math's & English if not already qualified at GCSE or equivalent level in Math's & English. Values based questions Essential In around 100 words please describe what Equality & Diversity means to you and why they are important. In around 100 words please describe what motivates you to do a good job. Knowledge and Awareness Essential Confidentiality understanding of Information Governance. Knowledge and understanding of Health and Safety. Desirable Knowledge and understanding of current healthcare issues. Experience Desirable Experience of care. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Willingness to undertake the Care Certificate education & training package. Willingness to undertake Functional skills level 2 Math's & English if not already qualified at GCSE or equivalent level in Math's & English. Values based questions Essential In around 100 words please describe what Equality & Diversity means to you and why they are important. In around 100 words please describe what motivates you to do a good job. Knowledge and Awareness Essential Confidentiality understanding of Information Governance. Knowledge and understanding of Health and Safety. Desirable Knowledge and understanding of current healthcare issues. Experience Desirable Experience of care. Employer details Employer nameBarnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust AddressPogmoor RoadBarnsley South Yorkshire S75 2EP Employer's website