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Job overview

West Herts College Group, in collaboration with the West Hertfordshire NHS Teaching Hospitals Trust, has established a "Routes to Work" course for Healthcare Support Workers. 

Our Healthcare Support Workers play a vital role within our hospitals delivering excellent care to our patients.

This programme is specifically designed for individuals new to the workforce who do not possess prior healthcare experience or relevant qualifications.

No healthcare qualifications or experience are required, and participants will be employed by the hospital during the 6 week training period. Upon successful completion, individuals will transition directly into employment as a Healthcare support worker.

At the end of your training programme, you will be required to work 12.5 hour shifts, covering days, nights and weekends (further details below).
Please visit the following website for information about the role of a Healthcare Support Worker:

https://www.healthcareers.nhs.uk/explore-roles/healthcare-support-worker/roles-healthcare-support-worker/healthcare-assistant

Interviews will be held on Tuesday 13th August 2024.

Predicted programme start date will be 23rd September 2024.

Due to limited spaces on the course, we encourage you to apply now to avoid disappointment

We want you to become part of West Herts Teaching Trust!

Main duties of the job

This 6-week course is designed to provide staff with a comprehensive understanding of the fundamentals of care within the National Health Service (NHS). Participants will gain essential knowledge and skills necessary for delivering high-quality care and supporting patients effectively. Through interactive modules, participants will learn about various aspects of care delivery, including communication skills, patient centred care, infection control, and reflective practice. The programme is aimed at career changers, those returning to work, and those without prior knowledge of working in the health sector.

The Healthcare Support Worker is a member of the ward team responsible for delivering prescribed care under the guidance of a registered nurse. For a comprehensive overview of the duties associated with this role, please refer to the attached job description. Key responsibilities include supporting patient hygiene, assisting with feeding for those in need, providing comprehensive care, and ensuring the cleanliness and organisation of designated areas and equipment as directed.

Working for our organisation

With a new hospital planned for Watford and work underway to update theatres at St Albans City Hospital, this is an exciting time to join us.
We are building on the success of our award-winning virtual hospital and re-imaging models of care, working ever more closely with partners and making the most of advances in digital healthcare.  

Staff wellbeing and development are a priority at West Herts Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust, as is the role of innovation in improving clinical care, outcomes and patient experience. 

We are a flexible working employer.

At West Herts we recognise the importance of a good work life balance and the ability to work flexibly.  We are delighted to offer a variety of flexible working options for all staff.  Please check out our web page for more information:

https://www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk/flexibleworking/

We encourage and welcome people with disabilities. If you need help, please ask.

We reserve the right to close this advert early due to the volume of applicants. Please apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

If you do not hear back within 3 weeks of your application, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.