Senior Health and Social Care Assistant

NHS; Kingston upon Hull; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job description

An opportunity has arisen to join the Bee at Home care team as a Senior Health and Social Care Assistant. Domiciliary care experience and administration of medications would be advantageous.

The hours of the posts are 8am-2pm and 4pm-10pm (6 hours shift patterns. Part time up to 30 hours per week) These can be a mixture of the above shift patterns on a two weekly rolling roster. Applicants must be able to cover the above hours over a 7 day period.

The ability to commute within CHCP CIC's geographical areas with access to appropriate means of transport is essential.

PREVIOUS APPLICANTS NEED NOT APPLY

Main duties of the job

Assisting with the implementation of clinical and social care packages in patients' own homes.

Providing personal care to patients including personal care, meal preparation and medication administration.

About us

At CHCP, we're passionate about people and we know that you are too, that's why we're here isn't it? We recognise that high quality care is delivered by high quality professionals who are appreciated, respected and supported, which is why we want to give all our colleagues the chance to shine.

Work with us and you'll be more than just a number. Our people are our shareholders and their thoughts and opinions are always heard; at CHCP you have a real voice.

Compassion is at the heart of our business; we're a team of nearly 2,500 colleagues who work together to deliver first-class healthcare to thousands of people living in Hull, the East Riding, Knowsley and St Helens. Local diversity demands diverse roles, that's why we have vacancies to suit everybody. No matter your role at CHCP, we'll support you to thrive.

As the 13th largest social enterprise in the UK, we're pioneering the move towards independent service delivery. Join us on our journey and help us make history.

Job responsibilities

Please see attached the job description and person specification for the main responsibilities associated with the role.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Level 3 in Health and Social Care or equivalent level of experience in Health and/or Social Care
• Medication administration training or willing to undertake this as part of the induction period
• Care Certificate or willingness to complete this within a 6 month induction period

Knowledge & Experience

• Experience of working in a health and/or care environment
• Experience of prioritising own workload
• Good understanding of basic IT skills
• Knowledge and experience of administering medication

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.