Location: Harrogate District Hospital, North Yorkshire
Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £23,615 per annum (pro rata)
About Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust
Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust (HDFT) is dedicated to providing outstanding care to patients across Harrogate, North Yorkshire, Leeds, and parts of the North East. They value Kindness, Integrity, Teamwork, and Equality, making it an ideal place for those seeking a rewarding NHS career where they can make a real difference in patients’ lives.
Job Details
About the Role:
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and reliable Care Support Worker to join the bustling Dermatology team at Harrogate District Hospital. This role offers a chance to work flexibly in a dynamic department, providing direct patient care and supporting both registered nurses and medical staff in clinics.
Key Responsibilities:
- Carry out assigned tasks involving direct patient care under the supervision of Registered Nurses
- Assist in clinics and with surgical procedures according to agreed policies
- Maintain patients’ dignity and self-respect at all times, ensuring a high standard of care
- Promote patient safety, effective care, and a positive patient experience throughout the patient journey
- Assist with the reception of patients, relatives, and visitors to the department
- Work as an integrated member of the team, demonstrating flexibility and initiative
Requirements:
- 3 GCSEs or equivalent (Essential)
- At least 1 year of healthcare experience (Desirable)
- Care Certificate (Desirable)
- Excellent organisational, time-management, and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work within a team and on your own initiative
- Strong communication skills and an appreciation of confidentiality principles
- Openness to change and interest in personal development
Benefits:
- Supportive work culture that encourages colleagues to bring their whole selves to work
- Staff recognition programs, including Making a Difference & Team of the Month Awards
- Annual Colleague Recognition Awards
- Comprehensive Employee Support and wellbeing services
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Counselling service
- Fast-track Physiotherapy service
Salary Details:
The role offers a competitive salary of £23,615 per annum (pro rata), aligned with the NHS Agenda for Change Band 2 pay scale.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check:
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A Disclosure and Barring Service check will be necessary to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship:
Applications from job seekers requiring current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information, visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants applying for entry clearance into the UK must present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided in continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement.
Employer Details:
Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust
Dermatology Department, Harrogate District Hospital
Lancaster Park Road
Harrogate
HG2 7SX
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Application Process:
Interested candidates are encouraged to apply promptly. For questions about the job, please contact:
Dermatology Unit Manager
Debbie Beaty
Email: debbie.beaty@nhs.net
Phone: 01423555475
Join the Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust team and embark on a fulfilling career in healthcare. Apply now to make a difference in patients’ lives and be part of a supportive, innovative NHS Trust.
Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust is committed to equal opportunities and values diversity in its workforce.
Reference number
421-LTUC-1521A
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