Clinical Healthcare Support Worker, Band 3 Frailty Assessment Unit
| Posting date: | 10 June 2025 |
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| Salary: | £24,625.00 to £25,674.00 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £24625.00 - £25674.00 a year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 24 June 2025 |
| Location: | Gloucester, GL1 3NN |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | C9318-25-0565 |
Summary
As a Health Care Support Worker in the Frailty Assessment Unit, you will play an essential role in delivering safe, effective, and person-centred care to elderly patients, many of whom present with complex health and social needs. The unit includes both Same Day Emergency Care (SDEC) and inpatient areas, which operate at a fast pace with high patient turnover. Your main responsibilities will include: Delivering personal care including washing, dressing, toileting, and assisting with meals in a way that maintains dignity and respects patient preferences Supporting patients mobility and promoting independence, including the use of appropriate mobility aids Carrying out clinical observations such as blood pressure, temperature, pulse, respiratory rate, oxygen saturation, and blood glucose (following training and competency) Assisting with admission, discharge, and transfer of patients within the unit or to other wards, departments, or care settings Accurately documenting care given and escalating concerns promptly to registered staff Supporting patients who may have cognitive impairment, dementia, or delirium by providing reassurance, calm communication, and emotional support Contributing to a clean and safe environment by adhering to infection control policies and maintaining high standards of hygiene Working collaboratively with all members of the multidisciplinary team to ensure efficient, coordinated care Engaging in training, supervision, and appraisal processes to support your professional development Upholding the Trust values and delivering care with compassion, respect, and professionalism You will be expected to respond to the changing needs of the unit, which may include working across both SDEC and inpatient areas as needed.