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Trainee Healthcare Support Worker

Nhs Professionals

Trainee Healthcare Support Worker

£33571

Nhs Professionals, Newtown, Stockton-on-Tees

  • Full time
  • Temporary
  • Onsite working

Posted 2 weeks ago, 3 May | Get your application in now before you miss out!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: e2d8311c81f3497d910f05a0b59985ef

Full Job Description

During your placement, you'll work towards achieving the widely recognised Care Certificate with the training you need to become a Healthcare Support Worker (HCSW). Also known as Healthcare Assistant (HCA). Throughout, you'll have supportive supervision from your mentor/Ward Manager., As a trainee HCSW, you'll learn key skills, such as:

  • Meeting the daily living needs of your patients, from hygiene to personal and physical comfort.

  • Taking basic observations, explaining treatment and updating patient records.

  • Supporting patients with mobility, assisting at mealtimes, as well as speaking with patients.

  • Assisting in preparing for clinical procedures and cleaning the environment afterwards.

  • Working individually and as part of a team, supporting registered Nurses and other healthcare practitioners in providing patient care.

  • Comply with Trust and local policies and procedures including Safeguarding, Infection Prevention and Control.


    • The benefits we can offer you in return:
  • Career progression - Achieve a Care Certificate and begin your healthcare career with the NHS.

  • Weekly pay - Access your wages more quickly.

  • Join the NHS family - Become part of a respected healthcare team and provide patient care.

  • Dedicated training and supervised shifts - Support from your ward / area and skilled mentors.

  • Development opportunities via the Trust.

  • Webinar support - Regular monthly sessions covering the Care Certificate workbook, Conflict Management training and more.

    A passion for care as well as following the six enduring values that underpin 'compassion in practice'. The 6Cs are defined as: Care, Compassion, Competence, Communication, Courage, and Commitment.

  • To be over the age of 18 or turning 18 before placement.

  • Able to work at least 30 hours a week across earlies, lates and nights during the programme.

    Career Progression - Achieve a Care Certificate and begin your journey with the NHS.

  • Weekly pay - Work this week, get paid next week.

  • Paid annual leave - Build holiday allowance.

  • Provide patient care - Provide care, safety, and welfare for patients.

  • Join the NHS family - Become part of a healthcare team.

  • Dedicated training and supervised shifts - Support from your ward / area and skilled mentors.