Location: HMP Bristol, Bristol, BS7 8PS
Type: Permanent, Full-time
Salary (£): £24,071 to £25,674 per annum
About Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust
Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust provides a wide range of healthcare services to people across the community and in secure settings. Their services cover everything from community health care (like district nursing and speech therapy) to specialized care for individuals with learning disabilities and mental health needs. They work closely with other NHS organizations, local councils, and the voluntary sector. Their 4,300 staff members work in diverse locations—hospitals, clinics, prisons, and even people’s homes. Oxleas is committed to improving lives and providing the best possible care. Their values – Kindness, Teamwork, Listening, and Caring – guide everything they do.
Job details:
Benefits
- Meaningful Work: Make a real difference in the lives of patients in a secure setting.
- Supportive Team: Join a friendly and dedicated team committed to patient well-being.
- Career Development: Grow your career in offender healthcare with opportunities for professional growth.
- NHS Benefits: Enjoy the advantages of NHS Agenda for Change terms, including a competitive salary and pension scheme
Requirements:
- NVQ Level 3 or equivalent experience in healthcare.
- Experience working in a hospital or primary care setting.
- Competence in taking blood pressures, ECGs, and other observations.
- Knowledge of wound care procedures.
- A compassionate, non-judgmental, and open approach to patient care.
- Willingness to undertake National Security Vetting.
- Ability to provide 5 years of address history and relevant documentation (see IMPORTANT INFORMATION below).
If you are looking for a challenging yet rewarding role where you can utilize your healthcare skills to make a real impact, this position is ideal for you.
Salary Details:
£24,071 to £25,674 per annum.
About the Role:
This role is more than just providing healthcare; it is about building trust, offering support, and making a positive impact on the lives of patients within HMP Bristol. As a Healthcare Assistant, you’ll be part of the primary care team, working alongside nurses and other healthcare professionals. You’ll provide physical care, assist with health promotion activities, and help patients achieve optimal health and well-being.
Key Responsibilities:
- Delivering high-quality nursing care to patients within a secure environment.
- Providing physical care according to care plans, taking into account patients’ holistic needs.
- Promoting health and well-being through health promotion programs. Your efforts will empower patients to make positive changes in their lives.
- Responding to patient needs and assisting with physical procedures as needed. Your responsiveness will ensure patients receive timely and appropriate care.
- Engaging with patients in a respectful and non-judgmental manner.
- Contributing to risk assessments and individualized care planning. Your input will help ensure patient safety and well-being within the prison setting.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check:
This role requires a DBS check.
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:
Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust is an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity and inclusion.
Employer Details:
- Company Name: Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust
- Address: HMP Bristol, Bristol, BS7 8PS
- Contact: Davina Jermyn (Primary Care Clinical Lead), Davina.jermyn@nhs.net
Reference Number: 277-6760609-BRIS
How To Apply:
Think you’re the person for the job? If you are ready to get started on a truly rewarding career, apply now.
