Care Support Worker

KIMS Hospital Ltd; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading independent hospital in Kent is looking for an experienced Health Care Assistant. The role involves monitoring patient conditions pre and post-surgery and requires strong communication and patient-focused skills. Candidates should have an NVQ in Health and Social Care and experience working in acute settings. Benefits include a pension scheme, private health insurance, and generous leave. Join a supportive team dedicated to exceptional patient care.

Benefits

Pension Scheme

Private Health Insurance

33 Days Annual Leave

Life Assurance

Free Eye Test

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Care Support Worker or Health Care Assistant.
• Experience in an acute healthcare setting is advantageous.
• Experience undertaking ECGs and Phlebotomy.

Responsibilities

• Monitor patient’s observations throughout admission.
• Chaperone patients when required.
• Demonstrate good clinical practice and accountability.
• Ensure professional development is maintained.

Skills

Patient focused

Communication skills

Basic IT skills

Experience in the care sector

Education

NVQ level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care

Job description

Shifts: 12.0 – 12.5 hour shifts covering days and nights Monday – Sunday.

Hourly Rate: £13.20 per hour plus holiday pay

Are you an experienced Health Care Assistant or Support Worker with a desire to provide exceptional patient care in a hospital setting? Would you like to develop your career your way?

We have a rare opportunity for an experienced healthcare assistant to join our surgical inpatients team. As a Care Support Worker, you will monitor patients’ conditions pre and post surgery, escalating to the nursing staff where necessary.

You will be a strong and motivated individual who is absolutely patient focused, with a desire and proven ability to deliver healthcare at its best.

This role is suitable for anyone has previously worked in a health care environment as a Care Support Worker, Health Care Assistant, Clinical Support Worker, Imaging Assistant or Nursing Assistant. Experience in a hospital environment is advantageous but not essential.

Role Responsibilities

• Demonstrate good clinical practice at all times and be accountable for own actions
• Monitor patient’s observations in line with national standards throughout a patient admission
• Chaperone patients when required
• Willing to undertake phlebotomy when appropriately trained
• Ensure that your own professional development is maintained and enhanced

Person Specification

• Have a good standard of general education with proven literacy and numeracy skills
• Have proven communication skills
• Demonstrate basic IT skills
• Have experience working in the Care Sector as either a Care Support Worker, Healthcare Assistant or Clinical Support Worker
• Hold and NVQ level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care
• Have experience working as a Care Assistant, Clinical Support Worker or Care Support Worker in an acute healthcare setting
• Have experience undertaking ECG’s
• Have Phlebotomy experience

KIMS Hospital is the largest independent hospital in Kent. We understand our staff are our biggest asset, supporting them in building careers and encouraging them to feel their worth and enjoy their time at work. Our One Team culture creates a working environment that offers you the time to care and the opportunity to learn new skills whilst developing existing ones.

KIMS Hospital Employees Enjoy the Following Benefits:

At KIMS, we believe our people are our greatest asset, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package to support your emotional, financial, and physical well-being, including:

• Pension Scheme
• Private Health Insurance
• 33 Days Annual Leave + Extra Time Off for Your Birthday
• Life Assurance
• Free Eye Test

How to apply: If you have any queries regarding this vacancy or would like to discuss the role further, please contact Diane on 01622 237634 or email [e-mail].

At KIMS Hospital we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive working environment. We strive to create a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and are proud to be an equal opportunities employer.

Note on eligibility: Any offers of employment made by KIMS Hospital for this/these position(s) will be subject to proof of eligibility to work in the UK and receipt of a satisfactory DBS Certificate from the Disclosure & Barring Service. Information about the DBS checks can be found at

https://www.gov.uk/disclosure-barring-service-check

For more information about the employer and the role, please refer to the job posting details provided by KIMS Hospital.