Healthcare Support Worker

at  Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Band 2 Health Care Clinical Support , Oakwood Community inpatient Unit, Prospect Park Hospital, Reading
An opportunity ha s arisen for a full time ( 37.5 hours) Health Care Clinical Support worker within the In-patient Physical rehabilitation based at Prospect Park Hospital.
Oakwood is a nurse led community inpatient hospital with 24 beds. We are a very friendly team with In-House doctors, Nurses, health care assistants, Physiotherapists, Occupational therapists, Multi Therapy assistants.
The role will be based in the Oakwood inpatient community hospital which aims to support patients in increasing rehabilitative goals and functional abilities during a short stay to enable them to return home.
We are looking for dynamic and motivated staff, who can provide effective communication skills, a flexible approach and an ability to work under pressure, both as part of a team and independently. To ensure patient safety is maintained at all times . Fulfil the role of Healthcare Clinical Support using a Competency Tool applicable to this role.
We offer a supportive environment for personal and professional development supported by qualified staff.
The Trust core values of delivering compassionate excellence are integral to the Service
To support the qualified staff in the running of the ward and to provide direct care to patients.
To ensure patient safety is maintained at all times .
Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a specialist mental health and community health services trust. Rated ‘outstanding’ by the CQC, we’re committed to providing the best possible care to people across Berkshire. As an employer, we’re committed to offering an inclusive and compassionate environment where our people share in a sense of belonging and are supported to flourish.

English to a standard to be able to fulfil the role (fluent in written and verbal English)
Will be expected to undertake NVQ 2 in care or equivalent.
Good communication skills both verbally and written
Ability to work as part of a team
Willingness to learn new skills and attend study session