Senior Healthcare Support Worker, Paediatric A&E
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 20 Ionawr 2026 |
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| Cyflog: | £26,240.00 i £27,928.00 bob blwyddyn |
| Gwybodaeth ychwanegol am y cyflog: | £26240.00 - £27928.00 a year |
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 02 Chwefror 2026 |
| Lleoliad: | Chertsey, KT160PZ |
| Cwmni: | NHS Jobs |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | C9323-26-0018 |
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MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POST: Patient Care Conducting oneself in a professional manner towards children and their families, carers, colleagues and other agencies, at all times with in one of our Paediatric areas- Paediatric Emergency Department, Ash Ward (Inpatient Ward) or Oak Ward (Day case ward) To be responsible for maintaining and conducting oneself to ensure good working relationships with colleagues by contributing to the effective running of the ward/department. Providing 1:1 support and care to patients and their families To participate in working collaboratively with other Trust services and external agencies to provide seamless care for babies, children and young people. To support parents/carers to provide babies, children and young people with personal care, where and when required, and demonstrate empathy, dignity, respect and compassion at all times. Support registered staff with the physical health, comfort and wellbeing of babies/children/young people, including recording vital signs once competency completed. Support registered staff with implementation in all aspects of the patients plan of care To provide support and supervision for patients admitted with Eating disorders and Mental Health needs, working alongside the registered staff to care for these patients recognising their individual needs. Escort patients from the ward to other departments within the hospital, in accordance with Standards of Practice and Care, maintaining their privacy and dignity at all times. To maintain the highest possible standards of compassionate and profession family centred care Empower children and their families by ensuring that they receive relevant information about their treatment, medication, available services, advocacy services, ward routines and safety procedures under the guidance of a registered nurse. To promote a positive experience for children and families through proactive listening, being responsive to issues raised/concerns raised by patient family with colleagues and senior members of the team. To record vital signs and report to a registered member of the team, any changes which may indicate an alteration in the general well-being and safety of a patient/family member. This would include observations around the patients presentation, behaviour, mood and verbal content. Ensure that the environment is clean and tidy at all times. To liaise with the cleaning team regarding cleanliness Communication Answer the telephone in accordance to the Trusts Standards for Practice and Care and refers calls to the nurse in charge as appropriate. Communicate with children and relatives in a courteous, caring, sensitive, appropriate manner and refer to the nurse in charge as required. Report any incidents, accidents, concerns, near misses or complaints to the nurse in charge. Be sensitive to the patient and their environment, ensuring communication of a personal and or private nature is discreet and patient confidentiality is maintained. Ensure that all care is documented, that all entries made by the post holder in the nursing notes are current, relevant and accurate, and the content will then be reported & counter signed by the registered nurse. Personal Responsibilities Attend all relevant mandatory training and remain up to date Undertake an annual staff worker appraisal If not already achieved to complete the Care Certificate within 6 months of commencing employment with the Trust Ensure that the uniform policy is adhered to at all times including displaying your photo ID badge/card General Responsibilities Assist with the tidiness and promoting cleanliness of all patient areas, including equipment rooms and storerooms, and take appropriate care of furniture and equipment. Ensure beds and equipment are properly cleaned between patient use as per IPC guidelines. Adhere to infection control policy and procedures, demonstrating an understanding of universal precautions and good hand hygiene. Work in a manner to reduce waste and take responsibility for safe and prudent use of equipment and clinical consumables.