Health Care Support Worker - Specialist Community Paediatrics
NHS Scotland, Phila, PA, United States
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the United Kingdom, employing approximately 40,000 staff across a wide range of clinical and non‑clinical professions and roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health services to a population of over 1.15 million people, and to a wider population of 2.2 million when regional and national services are included.
Please note that this post is unable to be sponsored under the Skilled Worker visa or Health and Care Worker visa routes.
The Role
The SCPT Nursing service operates an open‑access policy that is currently available Monday to Friday excluding public holidays. Care needs are prioritised and teams must be able to respond to both planned and unplanned interventions.
The post holder will participate in the care of service users and families in their own home or community setting under the direction of a SCPT Nursing team, taking into account lifestyle, race, gender and cultural background, and factors which impact on physical, mental or emotional health. The post holder will represent the values and beliefs of the SCPT Nursing service as well as those of the organisation.
The Healthcare Assistant will be responsible for delivering safe, efficient and person‑centred care to service users and families, as delegated and directed by the SCPT Nursing team. The post holder will support the SCPT Nursing team in the delivery of care to service users, families and carers.
The post holder will promote a culture of engagement with service users, families and carers, which includes as core principles and values an approach that is caring, compassionate, courteous, empathetic and respectful.
Duration, Location and Working Pattern
Location based in Aranthrue Centre
Fixed‑term contract (23 months duration)
Part‑time position (11 hours per week)
Working hours: 08:30 – 16:30
Key Responsibilities
Carry out clinical duties as delegated by the SCPT Nursing Team
Assist clients and families in relevant settings to address health promotion activities that can positively improve health and wellbeing
Assist with the delivery of a variety of clinics such as immunisation and venepuncture
Accurately report back to the SCPT Nursing Team following home visits or other client‑related work
Signpost families to a range of appropriate services to support their needs as identified in care plans
Provide practical support for parents and children within the home or in terms of accessing other services and supports
Carry out other duties to support the SCPT Nursing Team (e.g. stock control and ordering of pharmacy supplies, basic administrative tasks such as filing, storage of records, compiling information packs, photocopying)
Attend staff meetings, clinical and mandatory training, and record training participation and learning experiences in the Knowledge and Skills Framework
Participate in systems of practice support and personal development planning in line with the Knowledge and Skills Framework
Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date clinical records ensuring compliance with the Data Protection Act and Freedom of Information Act in discussion with the supervising SCPT Nurse
Work within national, organisational and local policies, procedures and guidelines to ensure safe, person‑centred and effective practices for children, young people and families
Work with an awareness of cultural differences and be respectful of those in regard to colleagues, children, families, young people and communities
Knowledge, Training, Qualifications and/or Experience Required
SVQ Level 3 in Healthcare or equivalent experience
Ability to work with people and as part of a team
Ability to work without direct supervision
Good communication skills, both written and verbal
Ability to work with children, young people and families
Basic computing skills
A valid full UK driving licence is essential
What We Offer
A minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus public holidays
Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, including life insurance benefits
Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme
Development opportunities including study bursaries, e‑learning and classroom‑based courses
Enhanced pay for working public holidays
NHS discounts on a wide range of goods and services
Confidential employee support and assistance, including counselling and psychological therapies
Comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work Scheme, bursary scheme and extensive learning and development opportunities
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde recognises the importance of work‑life balance and is committed to offering a range of flexible working options where service needs allow. For roles that can accommodate less than full‑time hours, flexible working will be included as a topic for discussion during the recruitment process.
NHSGGC encourages applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion and are proud of the diverse workforce we employ.
By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces‑Friendly Employer. We welcome applications from across the Armed Forces Community and recognise military skills, experience and qualifications throughout the recruitment and selection process.
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Please note that this post is unable to be sponsored under the Skilled Worker visa or Health and Care Worker visa routes.
The Role
The SCPT Nursing service operates an open‑access policy that is currently available Monday to Friday excluding public holidays. Care needs are prioritised and teams must be able to respond to both planned and unplanned interventions.
The post holder will participate in the care of service users and families in their own home or community setting under the direction of a SCPT Nursing team, taking into account lifestyle, race, gender and cultural background, and factors which impact on physical, mental or emotional health. The post holder will represent the values and beliefs of the SCPT Nursing service as well as those of the organisation.
The Healthcare Assistant will be responsible for delivering safe, efficient and person‑centred care to service users and families, as delegated and directed by the SCPT Nursing team. The post holder will support the SCPT Nursing team in the delivery of care to service users, families and carers.
The post holder will promote a culture of engagement with service users, families and carers, which includes as core principles and values an approach that is caring, compassionate, courteous, empathetic and respectful.
Duration, Location and Working Pattern
Location based in Aranthrue Centre
Fixed‑term contract (23 months duration)
Part‑time position (11 hours per week)
Working hours: 08:30 – 16:30
Key Responsibilities
Carry out clinical duties as delegated by the SCPT Nursing Team
Assist clients and families in relevant settings to address health promotion activities that can positively improve health and wellbeing
Assist with the delivery of a variety of clinics such as immunisation and venepuncture
Accurately report back to the SCPT Nursing Team following home visits or other client‑related work
Signpost families to a range of appropriate services to support their needs as identified in care plans
Provide practical support for parents and children within the home or in terms of accessing other services and supports
Carry out other duties to support the SCPT Nursing Team (e.g. stock control and ordering of pharmacy supplies, basic administrative tasks such as filing, storage of records, compiling information packs, photocopying)
Attend staff meetings, clinical and mandatory training, and record training participation and learning experiences in the Knowledge and Skills Framework
Participate in systems of practice support and personal development planning in line with the Knowledge and Skills Framework
Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date clinical records ensuring compliance with the Data Protection Act and Freedom of Information Act in discussion with the supervising SCPT Nurse
Work within national, organisational and local policies, procedures and guidelines to ensure safe, person‑centred and effective practices for children, young people and families
Work with an awareness of cultural differences and be respectful of those in regard to colleagues, children, families, young people and communities
Knowledge, Training, Qualifications and/or Experience Required
SVQ Level 3 in Healthcare or equivalent experience
Ability to work with people and as part of a team
Ability to work without direct supervision
Good communication skills, both written and verbal
Ability to work with children, young people and families
Basic computing skills
A valid full UK driving licence is essential
What We Offer
A minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus public holidays
Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, including life insurance benefits
Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme
Development opportunities including study bursaries, e‑learning and classroom‑based courses
Enhanced pay for working public holidays
NHS discounts on a wide range of goods and services
Confidential employee support and assistance, including counselling and psychological therapies
Comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work Scheme, bursary scheme and extensive learning and development opportunities
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde recognises the importance of work‑life balance and is committed to offering a range of flexible working options where service needs allow. For roles that can accommodate less than full‑time hours, flexible working will be included as a topic for discussion during the recruitment process.
NHSGGC encourages applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion and are proud of the diverse workforce we employ.
By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces‑Friendly Employer. We welcome applications from across the Armed Forces Community and recognise military skills, experience and qualifications throughout the recruitment and selection process.
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