Job summary

We have jobs varying from 24 hours per week to a week. Please note those on a student visa wouldn’t be able to meet this requirement and will not be interviewed.

County Durham and Darlington Foundation Trust are seeking motivated, dynamic Healthcare Assistants to join our team, who will complement our current experienced and specialist workforce, who are passionate about providing optimal care for our patients. If you are an experienced Healthcare Assistant you can also apply.

Please note there will be a Recruitment Day Saturday 19th October 2024 at Prospect House, Durham and you will need to be available to complete recruitment checks if appointed. The Recruitment day will include information on the role of a HCA, information on the Trust, Panel Interview and Recruitment checks. We will not be able to offer another interview day.

If you are new to care you must complete the Care certificate with us in your first 6 months and you will be paid band 2 until complete.

Please note this vacancy will close when we reach maximum capacity for the venue and you must apply and be offered an invite, we will not accept anyone for interview on the day who has not been invited.

Main duties of the job

Please ensure you have full ID documents available to bring with you. Full ID information can be found on the document in supporting information and you must prepare for the day by sourcing references to cover the last 3 years (email address of employers). You must also provide GCSE certificates in English language and Maths or equivalent to match the person spec and will need to provide these on the day. If you are unable to provide these on the day you will not be interviewed.

This role is 24/7 rota so we will not be able to offer specific plans (nights or days only).

About us

If you are being interviewed you must accept an interview slot in the system to continue, even if you have arranged with the manager

Tobe eligible for Health and Care Worker visa sponsorship you will usually needto be paid at least £25,600 per year

We 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.

At County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust our aim is to always deliver excellent care with compassion to deliver the highest quality of care our patients deserve. We value the personal skills, experiences and qualities that individuals bring to the Trust; creating an inclusive working environment to attract talented people who feel motivated, involved and able to influence the future direction of our services. The wellbeing of staff is important to us; we have a dedicated Health and Wellbeing team who provide support on a range of topics.

We particularly welcome applications from disabled and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates as BAME and disabled people are currently under-represented

Full Job Descriptions can be found in the adverts supporting documents

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information about this role please see Job Description document attached within County Durham and Darlington Foundation Trust.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • Computer skills
  • Ability to learn new skills

    • Desirable

  • Previous experience in caring for others

    • Special Requirements

    Essential

  • 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

    • Special Skills & Knowledge

    Essential

  • 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.

    • Personal Attributes

    Essential

  • 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.

    • Qualifications

    Essential

  • GCSE equivalent in English and Mathematics – able to produce both certificates on interview day
  • Willingness to complete care certificate within first 6 months of commencement in post (paid band 2 until complete)

    • Desirable

  • Short courses relevant to undertake patient and clinical care duties
  • Relevant NVQ level 3 or equivalent relevant experience
  • Care Certificate