Apprentice Healthcare Support Worker

Main Duties:

Contribute to the delivery of care and clinical activity in accordance with agreed plan of care and appropriate policies, procedures and protocols of ward/department Report any alteration in patients’/client’s condition including the initiation of emergency action to the qualified clinical nurse To be aware of spiritual, cultural and religious needs of patients and to ensure care provided is particularly sensitive to those needs Collect specimens of urine, faeces, or sputum as directed by qualified clinical nurse, ensuring its safe storage/transport or disposal as appropriate

Training:
To undertake the Healthcare Support Worker Level 2 qualification whilst on programme. There will be "off the job learning each week" and the programme will take approximately 12/15 months to complete All training will be provided in-house at the Trust

Training Outcome:

After successful completion of this apprenticeship, you will continue to work as a healthcare assistant. Further career progression could be offered, such as senior healthcare support worker (Level 3), student nursing associate (Level 5 foundation degree) etc.   

Employer Description:
Sandwell & West Birmingham NHS Trust employs over 8000 staff. We understand that work is only one part of life. We are committed to helping our colleagues achieve the best possible work/life balance. We proudly offer supportive, inclusive and family friendly employment and flexible working policies. We have a wide range of professional services and employee networks to help our colleagues be at their best - and find support if they need it.

Working Hours :
Shift pattern working is required including some evenings and weekends.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Team working,Initiative,Patience