Apprentice Healthcare Assistant

Job summary

In this role, you will have the opportunity to personally make a difference to our patients lives and the lives of their carers and relatives every single day. Our Healthcare Assistants work at the heart of our multidisciplinary teams who support our patients by assisting the Registered Nurses in planning, delivering, and evaluating care. This will require you: to be able to communicate effectively with a broad range of individuals, both verbally and in writing; to share our commitment to maintaining high standards in everything we do; and to demonstrate that you can work effectively within a team that behaves in accordance with our values.

The roles are varied and busy as you will be working a variety of shifts including long days, nights, weekends and bank holidays. We will support you to achieve full training for your core duties including achievement of a national Care Certificate, and we will support your continued development.

To be eligible to work as a Healthcare Assistant Apprentice we expect that you have Level 1 Functional Skills in Numeracy and English or equivalent GCSE levels.

Once you have successfully completed your apprenticeship, you will automatically become a Healthcare Assistant. To be eligible for a funded apprenticeship, you must be over the age of 16, a resident in the UK/EU for the last three years and you must not hold a level 3 qualification (or above) or an NVQ Level 2 qualification in the same pathway or subject, e.g. BTEC or GCSE.

Main duties of the job

• Work collaboratively and co-operatively with others to meet the needs of patients and their families.
• Assist the Registered Practitioner in the planning implementation and evaluation of nursing care.
• Participate in the development of self and others.

Interviews will take place on:

- Wednesday 11th January 2023

- Friday 20th January 2023

About us

We provide care and support to over half a million people in Wakefield and Kirklees in their homes, in community settings and across our three hospital sites at Pontefract, Dewsbury and Pinderfields (in Wakefield).

Always striving for excellence, we are at the forefront of innovation and research and we invest in teaching and the development of our workforce.

We live by our values of caring, improving, being respectful and maintaining high standards. We listen and learn because we aim to make Mid Yorkshire the best place to work and the best place to receive care.

We have a clear vision, and you could be part of this! If you share our values and you want to make a difference to the lives of our patients and their families and carers, we would love to hear from you.

Date posted

09 November 2022

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£20,270 to £21,318 a year - You will be renumerated in accordance with Annex 21

Contract

Apprenticeship

Duration

16 months

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

C9377-AHCA2023

Job locations

Pinderfields Hospital

Aberford Road

Wakefield

West Yorkshire

WF1 4DG

Dewsbury Hospital

Halifax Road

Dewsbury

West Yorkshire

WF13 4HS

Job description

Job responsibilities

• At the direction of the Registered Nurse, participate fully in the delivery of planned nursing care, using a wide range of clinical skills.
• Participate in the admission, transfer and discharge of patients.
• Assist in all aspects of personnel hygiene and toileting needs of patients.
• Assist with the service of meals and the feeding of patients as needed.
• Assist with the safe moving, handling and mobilisation of patients.
• Involve patients and carers/relatives in delivery of patient care.
• Provide reassurance and support to patients, carers/family.
• Preserve clients privacy and dignity at all times.
• Following appropriate training and education, supervision and completion of competencies. Monitor patients vital signs, including immediate post operative, during blood transfusion and the monitoring of blood glucose levels.
• Recognise and respond appropriately to urgent and emergency situations.
• Provide information to enable the effectiveness of care to be evaluated and records maintained.
• Participate in the maintenance of accurate records of care.
• Work collaboratively with others in the ward to ensure that patients needs are met.
• Provide escorts for patients and undertake transfer of patients as directed.
• Ensure the effective and efficient use of resources.
• Ensure compliance with policies, procedures and clinical guidelines for self and others.
• Maintain health, safety, security and report any concerns regarding patient care.
• Report any incidents, complaints or accidents to the Nurse in charge.
• Maintain patient confidentiality.
• Support peoples equality, diversity and rights.
• Attend and participate in team, ward and unit meetings.
• Participate in patient and public involvement activities.
• Participate in general cleanliness and tidiness of ward environment.
• Develop own skills and knowledge and contribute to the development of others.
• Assist with the induction of new Health Care Assistants.
• Attend mandatory in-service training programmes
• including moving and handling, fire etc.
• Fulfil the role of associate link nurse.
• Maintain up to date skills and knowledge.
• Act as patient advocate at all times. Ensure the privacy and dignity of each patient.
• Clarify patients comprehension of consultation and refer to qualified staff if required.
• Be present or deal with frequent exposure to emotional/distressing events, e.g. breaking of bad news.
• Provide relevant written and verbal information as directed and participate in any research projects approved by the organisation.
• Assisting with personal carers of patients in relation to toileting and moving and handling.
• Maintain a professional working relationship will all members of the multi-disciplinary team.
• The post holder will maintain the confidentiality of Trust and patient information unless authorised for specific purposes. Report any concerns about the use of such information to the Sister/Nurse in charge.
• Report to Centre Manager/Nurse in charge all untoward occurrences, comments and complaints from patients and visitors.
• Observe and report any changes in a patients condition to Centre Manager/Nurse in charge.
• Participate in the provision of beverages and refreshments.
• Recognise and report defects in buildings and equipment to Centre Manager/Nurse in charge or other relevant personnel.

Job description

Job responsibilities

• At the direction of the Registered Nurse, participate fully in the delivery of planned nursing care, using a wide range of clinical skills.
• Participate in the admission, transfer and discharge of patients.
• Assist in all aspects of personnel hygiene and toileting needs of patients.
• Assist with the service of meals and the feeding of patients as needed.
• Assist with the safe moving, handling and mobilisation of patients.
• Involve patients and carers/relatives in delivery of patient care.
• Provide reassurance and support to patients, carers/family.
• Preserve clients privacy and dignity at all times.
• Following appropriate training and education, supervision and completion of competencies. Monitor patients vital signs, including immediate post operative, during blood transfusion and the monitoring of blood glucose levels.
• Recognise and respond appropriately to urgent and emergency situations.
• Provide information to enable the effectiveness of care to be evaluated and records maintained.
• Participate in the maintenance of accurate records of care.
• Work collaboratively with others in the ward to ensure that patients needs are met.
• Provide escorts for patients and undertake transfer of patients as directed.
• Ensure the effective and efficient use of resources.
• Ensure compliance with policies, procedures and clinical guidelines for self and others.
• Maintain health, safety, security and report any concerns regarding patient care.
• Report any incidents, complaints or accidents to the Nurse in charge.
• Maintain patient confidentiality.
• Support peoples equality, diversity and rights.
• Attend and participate in team, ward and unit meetings.
• Participate in patient and public involvement activities.
• Participate in general cleanliness and tidiness of ward environment.
• Develop own skills and knowledge and contribute to the development of others.
• Assist with the induction of new Health Care Assistants.
• Attend mandatory in-service training programmes
• including moving and handling, fire etc.
• Fulfil the role of associate link nurse.
• Maintain up to date skills and knowledge.
• Act as patient advocate at all times. Ensure the privacy and dignity of each patient.
• Clarify patients comprehension of consultation and refer to qualified staff if required.
• Be present or deal with frequent exposure to emotional/distressing events, e.g. breaking of bad news.
• Provide relevant written and verbal information as directed and participate in any research projects approved by the organisation.
• Assisting with personal carers of patients in relation to toileting and moving and handling.
• Maintain a professional working relationship will all members of the multi-disciplinary team.
• The post holder will maintain the confidentiality of Trust and patient information unless authorised for specific purposes. Report any concerns about the use of such information to the Sister/Nurse in charge.
• Report to Centre Manager/Nurse in charge all untoward occurrences, comments and complaints from patients and visitors.
• Observe and report any changes in a patients condition to Centre Manager/Nurse in charge.
• Participate in the provision of beverages and refreshments.
• Recognise and report defects in buildings and equipment to Centre Manager/Nurse in charge or other relevant personnel.

Person Specification

Values and Behaviours

Essential

• I strive to do things right first time, every time.
• I make first impressions count by being professional in my appearance, communication, body language and attitude.
• I will aim to give the standard of care or service I would expect for myself or my relative and ask myself, would I be happy with this?
• I will take responsibility for my actions and ensure I follow Trust policies and procedures
• I will protect the privacy and dignity of patients, service users and colleagues.
• I regularly seek opportunities for continuous improvement.

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Good interpersonal skills
• Able to communicate clearly (verbally and written)
• Enthusiastic
• Adaptable and flexible
• Willingness to gain knowledge and develop professionally
• Understands confidentiality requirements.
• Empathetic and respectful of colleagues, patients and their relatives

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Ability to prioritise tasks and develop
• Ability to develop and maintain positive working relationships
• Basic understanding of the needs of the patient

Qualifications

Essential

• English GCSE Grade A-D or equivalent (Functional Skills Level 1 or new GCSE grade between 2 and 3)
• Maths GCSE Grade A-D or equivalent (Functional Skills Level 1 or new GCSE grade between 2 and 3)

Knowledge and Awareness

Essential

• Awareness of importance of patient confidentiality

Person Specification

Values and Behaviours

Essential

• I strive to do things right first time, every time.
• I make first impressions count by being professional in my appearance, communication, body language and attitude.
• I will aim to give the standard of care or service I would expect for myself or my relative and ask myself, would I be happy with this?
• I will take responsibility for my actions and ensure I follow Trust policies and procedures
• I will protect the privacy and dignity of patients, service users and colleagues.
• I regularly seek opportunities for continuous improvement.

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Good interpersonal skills
• Able to communicate clearly (verbally and written)
• Enthusiastic
• Adaptable and flexible
• Willingness to gain knowledge and develop professionally
• Understands confidentiality requirements.
• Empathetic and respectful of colleagues, patients and their relatives

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Ability to prioritise tasks and develop
• Ability to develop and maintain positive working relationships
• Basic understanding of the needs of the patient

Qualifications

Essential

• English GCSE Grade A-D or equivalent (Functional Skills Level 1 or new GCSE grade between 2 and 3)
• Maths GCSE Grade A-D or equivalent (Functional Skills Level 1 or new GCSE grade between 2 and 3)

Knowledge and Awareness

Essential

• Awareness of importance of patient confidentiality

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This 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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab) .

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab) .

Additional information

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab) .

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab) .

Employer details

Employer name

The Mid Yorkshire Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Pinderfields Hospital

Aberford Road

Wakefield

West Yorkshire

WF1 4DG

Employer's website

https://www.midyorks.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

The Mid Yorkshire Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Pinderfields Hospital

Aberford Road

Wakefield

West Yorkshire

WF1 4DG

Employer's website

https://www.midyorks.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)