Bank - Special Needs School HCA | Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust

Job Overview

Are you a caring individual looking for a new flexible working life? Do you have the passion and skills to support across our wonderful Special needs school? Amazing – our Temporary Staffing Bank needs you! Please note applicants will need to be able to commit to a long term booking, Monday – Friday 8:00-16:00 Our staffing bank is looking to grow its team of incredible Health Care Assistants (HCA\’s). Working on our bank allows you the flexibility of a zero hours contract, whilst allowing you to be part of one amazing team. We are a growing and changing organisation, and are looking for new team members to work with us during this time of change. The role of a Healthcare Assistant is a very privileged role, as a HCA you will provide personal care and support to patients at their most vulnerable times. You will work alongside a multidisciplinary team to provide a compassionate, caring and safe environment for our patients.

Qualifications

• Have 6 months experience as a Health Care Assistant within the NHS.
• Experience with children with special needs.
• Be IT literate.
• Have excellent communication skills and be able to work as part of a team.
• Experience with gastro‑feeding desirable.
• Have an eye for detail and be able to maintain accurate documentation.
• Able to do basic observations (height and weight).
• Be flexible.

Responsibilities

• Wash and dress patients.
• Serve meals and help to feed patients.
• Help people to move around.
• Make beds.
• Make patients feel comfortable.

About Our Trust

At ESTH, we pride ourselves on the care we provide for our patients, and on the culture we are creating for our staff. We work hard to create a fair, inclusive environment for our staff. We are a Trust that celebrates diversity, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from people in all under‑represented groups. For all our roles, we are looking for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect, Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care. To read more about our Trust and our Values search Epsom and St Helier online.