Location: Rochdale Infirmary, Whitehall Street, Rochdale, OL12 0NB
Type: Permanent, Part-time
Salary (£): £24,071 to £25,674 a year, pro rata
About Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust (NCA)
The Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust (NCA) is a dynamic organization providing hospital and community-based health and social care to over a million people across Bury, Rochdale, Oldham, and Salford in Greater Manchester. With a team of 20,000 dedicated colleagues, they’re committed to making a real difference in their communities. At NCA, they believe in the power of their people to improve lives, and they’re always looking for individuals who embody their values of care, appreciation, and inspiration. They offer rewarding roles with a focus on purpose and flexibility. The size and scale of NCA provide ample opportunities for career growth and development. Plus, they provide a competitive benefits package, including generous annual leave, flexible working, and protected time for health and wellbeing activities, helping their staff achieve a healthy work-life balance.
Job details:
Benefits
- Work in a busy, fast-paced environment – gain valuable experience.
- Perform specialist testing – expand your clinical skills.
- Be an integral part of a dynamic team – make a real difference in patient care.
- Numerous learning opportunities – continuously develop your knowledge and skills.
- Competitive benefits package – including generous annual leave and flexible working.
Requirements:
NCA is seeking a skilled and enthusiastic Healthcare Assistant to join their ophthalmology team. If you have experience in care, excellent communication skills, and a passion for learning, this could be the perfect role for you. An NVQ Level 3 is preferred, but equivalent experience is also welcomed.
- An NVQ Level 3 in Healthcare or equivalent experience is essential.
- You’ll also need a Care Certificate and Level 1 Literacy and Numeracy (or equivalent GCSEs).
- Experience as a Care Support Worker or similar role in a health or social care setting is required.
- Experience working as part of a team is essential.
- Good communication (written and verbal) and basic IT skills are essential.
- Strong organizational skills are also important.
Salary Details:
£24,071 to £25,674 a year pro rata
About the Role:
This role offers a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a vital service. As a Healthcare Assistant in the Eye Outpatient Department at Rochdale Infirmary, you’ll be supporting qualified staff in delivering patient-focused care. You’ll play a key role in performing specialist testing, contributing to accurate diagnoses and effective treatment plans. This is a chance to learn new skills, work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment, and make a real difference to the lives of patients experiencing ophthalmic issues.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist qualified staff in delivering patient care.
- Perform specialist eye tests.
- Support the smooth running of the department.
- Follow established standards and policies.
- Participate in learning events to develop skills and knowledge.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check:
This role requires a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to assess any past criminal convictions, as required by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1975).
Certificate of Sponsorship:
Applications from job seekers who need a Skilled Worker Sponsorship are welcomed. You will be considered the same way with other applicants during the selection process. Please find all information regarding UK Visas and Immigration on: https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/uk-visas-and-immigration.
Equal Opportunity Statement:
Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust is committed to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace, providing equal opportunities for all applicants and staff. They welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds.
Employer Details:
- Company Name: Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust
- Address: Rochdale Infirmary, Whitehall Street, Rochdale, OL12 0NB
- Contact: Claire Butterworth, Eye OPD Manager (claire.butterworth@nca.nhs.uk, 01706901702)
- Website: https://www.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk/
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Reference Number: 236-RCO-CS349-24-A
How To Apply:
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