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A Unique and Rewarding Opportunity
Exceptional healthcare assistants are sought for a role in an unparalleled environment. This position offers the chance to make a significant difference while utilizing skills in a meaningful way.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
- Work across all shifts, including early and late, over a 7-day week.
- Support registered nurses in delivering primary healthcare services to the male prison population at HMP Birmingham.
- Collaborate as part of an integrated team across Primary Care, Ward 1 (Inpatient Ward), and Reception.
- Deliver patient care under the direction of registered nurses and assist with administrative tasks, including stock management and rotation.
- Support and mentor less experienced staff members.
About the Organisation
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust (BCHC)
BCHC comprises over 5,000 staff delivering more than 100 clinical services throughout Birmingham and the West Midlands. These include community nursing, specialist healthcare, and integrated care for people of all ages.
Facilities include:
- Two community hospitals.
- The West Midlands Rehab Centre, renowned internationally.
- One of Europe’s leading Dental Hospitals and Schools of Dentistry.
The organisation is committed to personalized care rooted in local communities, aiming to be a key NHS provider in the West Midlands.
Candidate Requirements
Qualifications and Training
Essential:
- NVQ Level 3 in a health-related subject or equivalent.
- Proficiency in literacy and numeracy (GCSE or equivalent).
- Commitment to undertaking competency-based training with annual updates.
Experience
Essential:
- Experience working with adults with complex health needs.
- Willingness to work in a prison environment.
- Ability to work independently within a multidisciplinary team (following competency achievement).
Skills and Knowledge
Essential:
- Compassionate nursing care that respects individual beliefs and wishes.
- Awareness of workplace health and safety.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- IT proficiency.
Desirable:
- Understanding of the needs of diverse, multicultural populations.
Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
BCHC values diversity and strives to reflect the communities it serves. Applications are welcomed from candidates of all backgrounds, with specific efforts to address workforce under-representation.
Guaranteed Interview Scheme:
Guaranteed interviews are provided for candidates with disabilities or long-term health conditions meeting the essential criteria.
Positive Action initiatives support the recruitment and career development of individuals from Black, Minority Ethnic (BME) communities.
Flexible Working
BCHC supports flexible working practices, including hybrid home/office arrangements where feasible. The organisation is committed to enabling colleagues to achieve a healthy work/life balance, as outlined in the NHS People Promise.
Employee Benefits
- Comprehensive NHS terms and conditions, including generous holidays and pay enhancements.
- Relocation support for those moving to the local area.
- Discounts with local and national retailers.
- Dedicated employee well-being services.
- Flexible working options.
Applications are invited from individuals who meet the criteria and wish to contribute to a team that values compassion, teamwork, and excellence in care delivery. This is an opportunity to make a difference while working in a dynamic and supportive environment.
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