NHS
Job title:
Flexi Healthcare Assistant – Mental Health
Company
NHS
Job description
Successful applicants will be invited to attend an Assessment Centre at Carew House, Bodmin on 18th October 2024. This will be a morning or afternoon to be confirmed.We are excited to offer opportunities for Health Care Assistants within our inpatient community hospital settings.CFT provides a range of physical and mental health services to children and adults across Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly and we are seeking individuals with a passion for care who will relish the opportunity to showcase their caring approach and desire to help support our patients through their treatment and recovery pathway.We are looking for motivated, enthusiastic and clinically capable healthcare assistants to join our teams, working in our Mental Health Inpatient Wards across Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.We have posts in all areas across the County and offer flexible working hours so you can pick and choose your shifts as they become available.If you feel you have the drive and attributes we are seeking and share our passion, apply now and begin your new journey with us today.Sponsorship is not available for this position as it does not meet the UKVI eligibility criteria for a skilled worker visa. Any applications from individuals who require sponsorship to work in the UK will therefore be declined.Main duties of the job
- To Support the delivery of care needs by carrying out assigned tasks involving direct care under the supervision of a registered nurse.
- To contribute to the evaluation of programmes of care by reporting to the clinical supervisor.
- As part of a team, provide high quality mental health care to the service users
- To promote recovery.
- To do all the above in a manner that maintains safety for all.
- To assist in service and good practice developments.
About usWe’re an NHS community and mental health provider Trust based in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. We deliver community and hospital-based care to improve people’s physical and mental health. We also provide specialist support to people with dementia or a learning disability.We are a people organisation and people matter to us. As part of the team, you’ll help support the health and wellbeing of the people who live and visit this beautiful part of the UK.Over 4,000 people make up the Trust. This includes doctors, nurses, therapists, plus admin and support staff.We work in people’s homes, in community clinics and bases. Some staff work from one of our 13 community hospitals. Our aspiration is to have great people, provide great care, be a great place to work and a great partner.Approximately 568,000 people live here. A third of people who live in Cornwall are supported by acute hospital services in Devon. As a result, we also work closely with our partners in Devon. In the summer, and during other holidays lots of people choose to visit the area. This increases the numbers of people who use our services.Date posted04 September 2024Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 3Salary£22,816 to £24,336 a year Pro RataContractBankWorking patternFull-time, Part-timeReference number201-24-034-IJob locationsVarious locations throughout CornwallCountywidePL31 2QNJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesTo view a detailed job description and person specification including the main responsibilities of this role please see supporting documents.Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesTo view a detailed job description and person specification including the main responsibilities of this role please see supporting documents.Person SpecificationEducationEssential
- GCSE Maths & English, or Equivalent
- NVQ Level 3 qualification in direct care or equivalent experience
ExperienceEssential
- Evidence of experience in care or hospital setting
Person SpecificationEducationEssential
- GCSE Maths & English, or Equivalent
- NVQ Level 3 qualification in direct care or equivalent experience
ExperienceEssential
- Evidence of experience in care or hospital setting
Expected salary
£22816 – 24336 per year
Location
Cornwall
Job date
Fri, 06 Sep 2024 05:17:52 GMT
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