Job summary Job Title: Care Support Worker - Children & Adolescent Mental HealthBy joining us you can look forward to a choice of flexible Bank shifts across any of our client Trusts in England, as well as the ability to develop professionally and gain experience in several wards or areas.
Main duties of the job Assist in delivering a high standard of holistic care to patients in a friendly, respectful and professional manner.Promote patient dignity and privacy.Assist in the orientation of patients and new staff to the ward environmentTo support a patients basic admission procedure in preparation for clinician assessment.Contribute to and interpret care plans accurately and consistentlyCarry out delegated care tasks such as escort duty and to encourage with patient daily living activities such as personal hygiene and self care.Assist at mealtimes to ensure patients have an adequate diet and a meal of their choice and bring any problems to the attention of the Registered Nurse or Shift Co-ordinatorAssist patients in keeping their bed areas tidy and their possessions safe.
About us Here at NHS Professionals, we run England's largest NHS staff bank and are experts at putting people in places to care.
Every year we help thousands of dedicated and highly skilled NHS workers enjoy better career opportunities, more flexible shifts, and a healthier work-life balance across our partnered Trusts.
Career Progression access to Learning & Development opportunities, so that you can take on new roles and challenges Work-life Balance flexible shifts, committed shifts, wellbeing resources and build paid annual leave Opportunity & Access over 50 partner NHS Trusts to give you the flexibility of choice to work how and where you want Job description Job responsibilities Job Title: - Care Support Worker - Children & Adolescent Mental HealthTrust: - Oxford Health NHS Foundation TrustLocation: - Marlborough House SwindonPay Rates: £13 - £22Shift Patterns: - Flexible,Service covers Monday to Sunday :-Early 07:00 - 14:45,Late 14:45 - 21:00 &Night 20:40 - 07:20About the Trust-Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust provides physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across the Thames Valley and beyond.
As a large Trust, there is a variety of opportunities both in communities and hospitals.
By working in partnership with a range of organisations such as universities, Oxford Health works hard to promote innovation in healthcare, support research and to train doctors, nurses and allied health professionals.Why might this job interest you?This position allows you to make a significant impact on individuals' lives by providing essential support and compassionate care in mental health settings, all while having the freedom to choose your own working hours.
The flexibility of a bank role enables Mental Health Care Support Worker to balance professional responsibilities with personal commitments, promoting a healthy work-life balance.
The ability to contribute to patient care on a flexible schedule makes this role both rewarding and accommodating, ensuring that individuals receive the necessary support when they need it most.What you can add:Assist in delivering a high standard of holistic care to patients in a friendly, respectful and professional manner.Promote patient dignity and privacy.Assist in the orientation of patients and new staff to the ward environmentTo support a patients basic admission procedure in preparation for clinician assessment.Contribute to and interpret care plans accurately and consistentlyCarry out delegated care tasks such as escort duty and to encourage with patient daily living activities such as personal hygiene and self care.Assist at mealtimes to ensure patients have an adequate diet and a meal of their choice and bring any problems to the attention of the Registered Nurse or Shift Co-ordinatorAssist patients in keeping their bed areas tidy and their possessions safe.The role will involve, but not be limited to you performing the above.What youll need:Qualifications :-Must be able to pass Band 3level Literacy and Numeracycompetency at interview.Qualification related to Mental Health issuesExperience :-Experience of providing care ( child / elderly relative)(Qualifications required to accompany individuals with 6-12 months experience)Experience of working on aChildren Inpatient ward.Experience of working in a multi disciplinary teamorStudying as a Student Nurse with at least 12 weeks clinical placements, studying towards a Mental Health Nursing degree*Depending on the Trust, you may require variable additional certification and skills.The benefits we can offer you in return:Putting People in Places to Care be part of the NHSP community, by joining the bank and caring for patients with a team of people from all walks of life.Weekly pay to give you access to your wages more quickly.Blue Light Card NHS Discount ProviderFirst choice of shifts/placements at the Trust of your choice over agencies.Our team is always happy to help- access our support line any time.Working options to suit your lifestylebeing on the bank gives you the flexibility to work the shifts you want or choose fixed term placements.Training and development opportunitiesvia the Trust and NHSPs own academy.Explore different wards,keep your skills up to date whilst gaining vital experience.Being part of the NHSP Communitymeans youll get access to member activities such as member of the month, member appreciation week, key date giveaways, webinar series and much more.Who are NHS Professionals?NHS Professionals is a flexible staff bank, owned by the Department of Health, our purpose is to provide you with the autonomy to decide when, how, and where you want to work.
Supporting your lifestyle and making you feel part of the team and community.
Offering you flexible work or alternatively fixed term placements.Apply TodayBy joining us you can look forward to a choice of flexible Bank shifts or fixed term placements across any of our client Trusts in England.
Person Specification Experience Essential Experience of providing care ( child / elderly relative) (Qualifications required to accompany individuals with 6-12 months experience) Experience of working on a Children Inpatient ward.
Experience of working in a multi disciplinary team Qualifications Essential All Care support worker roles will be required to provide evidence of completing the Care Certificate or a relevant qualification.
Evidence accepted includes: Student Nurse with at least 12 weeks clinical placements.
Care Certificate from an NHS Organisation QCF Level 2 Diploma in Healthcare Support Services issued after 2011 QCF Level 2 OR above Diploma in Health & Social Care or Clinical Healthcare Support issued after 2011 QCF Level 3 OR above Diploma in Healthcare Support or Maternity & Paediatric Support issued after 2011 (For Paediatric & Maternity roles only) Degree /Diploma in Nursing and currently do not have an NMC Registration.