Job Description
Training towards this Healthcare Support Worker level 3 qualification will be provided in house by the Apprenticeship team, with allowed time for the off the job training. The apprenticeship will generally take up to 21 months to complete, including end point assessment.DO NOT APPLY FOR THIS POSITION IF YOU ALREADY HOLD THIS QUALIFICATION OR EQUIVALENT
Entry requirements: Apprentices will need to achieve English and Maths Level 2 prior to completion of their Apprenticeship.
Please ensure you include all your qualifications on your application form - if not included you may not be shortlisted.
During the apprenticeship training programme you will work towards achieving the requirements of the personal specification. The off job training will be provided in house and within working hours. https://www.instituteforapprenticeships.org/apprenticeshipstandards/senior-healthcare-support-worker-v1-3
On completion of the apprenticeship programme and meeting the necessary work standard, this role will move to an NHS Agenda for Change Band 3
Working under the supervision of trained nurses; you will be involved in a variety of care delivery including the below:
Immunisations.
ECG's
Basic dressings.
Blood pressure management.
Physical health checks.
Stock, fridge audits and infection control.
Advising re diet and lifestyle in relation to chronic disease.
Assistance with minor surgery.
Phlebotomy for house bound patients.
Task management for wider team and organisation.
Your Health Partnership PCN is part of the SWBH trust, which offers the benefits of working within a larger NHS organisation. This includes an agenda for change contract as well as other trust benefits.
As its own directorate Your Health Partnership Primary Care Network sits within Primary Care and Community Therapies Group.
Offering services over 6 outlets across Sandwell, the successful applicants will become part of a nursing team based at one of the outlets.
Flexibility is required to ensure service delivery for patients and movement around sites is an essential part in protecting this.
Our established team is driven by strategic objectives and high standards of care delivery. We offer a supportive environment and access to training and education.
Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details on what this role entails.