Nursing & Rehab Assistant – Apply Now at The Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust (Sponsorship Available)

Location: Pinderfields Hospital, Aberford Road, Wakefield, West Yorkshire, WF1 4DG

Type: Full-time (37.5 hours per week), Permanent

Salary (£): £24,071 to £25,674 per annum, dependent on experience

About The Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust
The Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust is a renowned healthcare provider serving over a million people across Wakefield and Kirklees. They operate across three main hospital sites, including Pinderfields, Dewsbury, and Pontefract, delivering innovative healthcare services. Known for striving for excellence, they provide continuous support for professional development, teaching, and research.

Job details

Benefits:

• Competitive salary with potential for growth based on experience
• Comprehensive training and mentorship programs
• Opportunity to work in a multidisciplinary team in a specialist spinal injury unit
• Access to NHS employee benefits, including pension scheme and annual leave entitlements
• Supportive work environment with a focus on continuous improvement
• Career progression and development opportunities within the Trust

Requirements

• Experience in a Health and Social Care setting
• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in a Health-related subject (or willingness to undertake apprenticeship)
• Good interpersonal, communication, and time management skills
• Ability to work flexibly, quickly, and accurately in a fast-paced environment
• Care Certificate or willingness to undertake within 3 months of employment
• Basic literacy and numeracy skills, with a minimum of Level 2 in these areas

Salary Details
The Nursing & Rehab Assistant role offers a competitive salary ranging from £24,071 to £25,674 per annum, depending on the candidate’s experience. This salary is based on the Agenda for Change, Band 3.

About the Role
As a Nursing & Rehab Assistant at the Yorkshire Regional Spinal Injuries Centre (YRSIC), you will play a pivotal role in a 32-bed unit, caring for patients with spinal cord injuries. This specialist centre, one of only 12 in the UK, provides expert rehabilitation to individuals who have suffered temporary or permanent spinal cord damage.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Offering holistic care to patients with spinal injuries, many of whom are admitted directly from trauma centers.
• Supporting multidisciplinary team efforts, including nursing, physiotherapy, and occupational therapy.
• Managing patient rehabilitation plans and working closely with patients to help them regain independence.
• Delivering personalized care and support for re-admissions, surgeries, pressure ulcer repairs, and other continued care needs.
• Participating in therapy assessments and providing detailed feedback on patients’ therapeutic progress.

Key Responsibilities

• Support patients with daily living activities, including personal hygiene and nutritional needs
• Assist in patient rehabilitation and therapy programs
• Monitor and record patient conditions, including BP, pulse, and general well-being
• Coordinate home visits, liaising with patients, carers, and healthcare professionals
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and collaborate on patient care plans
• Provide support for Urological surgeries, rehabilitation, and pressure ulcer care
• Contribute to the maintenance of a clean, safe, and supportive healthcare environment

Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check will be required to verify the absence of any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For more information, visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

Equal Opportunity Statement
The Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust values diversity and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds. They are committed to ensuring fair treatment, and applications are encouraged from underrepresented groups including ethnic minorities, the LGBTQ+ community, and individuals with disabilities or neurodivergence.

Employer Details
Company Name: The Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust
Address: Pinderfields Hospital, Aberford Road, Wakefield, WF1 4DG
Contact: For further details, please contact the recruitment team at recruitment@midyorks.nhs.uk

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Application Process
Interested candidates are encouraged to apply by completing the online application form through the NHS Jobs portal by following the link below. Applications close on 15 October 2024, with interviews scheduled for late October. Don’t miss this opportunity to build a rewarding career in spinal injury rehabilitation.

Reference Number: C9377-MED2237