Bank Healthcare Assistant

We are now recruiting Bank Healthcare Assistants who can work across both Royal Preston Hospital and Chorley and South Ribble District Hospital. As a Health Care Assistant you will not only support the qualified nursing staff in providing excellent care with compassion for all our patients, but you'll also be a valued part of the Trust.
We recognise our staff are invaluable to us and in return for your hard work and professionalism in helping us deliver high levels of care we can offer you the following:
+ Weekly Pay
+ Self-booking of shifts via our app which allows you to book shifts 24/7.
+ Self-cancellation via the App or PC (outside of 48 hours)
+ Flexible working opportunities which allow you to work shifts around your availability in a variety of areas to develop your knowledge and experience to fit with your work life balance., If you are shortlisted for interview, this is on the understand that you have the essential qualifications for the role and you must provide original certificates for both Maths & English, as detailed within the person specification. If you know you are unable to provide proof of your qualifications, we recommend that you contact your awarding exam board, previous education provider or as a last resort re-take your qualifications.
These can be provided by your local college for free or you can complete them online via learn direct https://www.learndirect.com/category/english-maths. For further advice on obtaining qualifications, you can also contact Inspira for free support https://www.inspira.org.uk/. Please note an unconditional offer can't made until all essential qualifications are confirmed., + Performs basic nursing care to a good quality standard which meets the individual needs of patients
+ Demonstrates compassion by recognising and responding to individual needs in a warm, thoughtful, sensitive and helpful way
+ Maintains patient privacy, dignity and respect at all times
+ Proactively engages with patients, relatives and carers to seek their views, and gain co-operation and agreement.
+ Able to assess patients through look, listen, feel.
+ Reports or escalates concerns about patient condition in a timely manner
+ Identifies and reports patients needs not included in the care plan
+ Correct use, maintenance and cleaning of pressure relieving devices
+ Provide patients with appropriate activities and stimulation to promote well being and recovery in particular when providing enhanced care
+ Take samples from patients for testing or dispatching eg: Urine, sputum, faeces, MRSA swabs
+ Assist patients to meet nutritional needs in line with their individual care plan.
+ Communicate all relevant information to the Registered Nurses in a professional and timely way.
+ Actively try to resolve issues and complaints at local level and then report the outcome to line manager.
Thanks for taking the time to view this advert; we're looking forward to receiving your application. You should be aware that the vacancy may close earlier than the published date if sufficient applications are received so it would be best to apply as soon as you can. We'll contact you by e-mail to update you on the progress of your application so please check the e-mail account that you applied from (including spam/junk) regularly.
We are committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of race, age, disability, ethnicity, nationality, gender, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership, neurodiversity or veteran status are encouraged to apply for this post. Our Statement on the Recruitment of Ex-Offenders is available Here
To support you in your application process we've created a What we can offer you guide that shows what you can expect when you join our hospitals. The guide includes links to our strategic aims and objectives as well as our values, development support and rewards and benefits. To help you get the best from your application we've also put together two guides to help you make your application the best it can be. Just click here and here to go through them, or have them open as you complete your application.
We recognise that the recruitment process may present barriers for some and you may need personal adjustments to enable you to participate in our recruitment process. Please make contact with the recruitment team at the earliest opportunity to ensure that measures can be put in place to enable your application for this post.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) when writing job applications
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AI-generated job applications can often be generic, impersonal and may not accurately reflect your qualifications, knowledge, skills, and experiences. It is crucial that you personalise your supporting statement by articulating these in your unique voice. Relying solely on AI to write your application or supporting information section is not advocated by Lancashire Teaching Hospitals and could negatively impact your chances of success in the application process.
We have added a disclaimer to our application process advising that the use of AI is monitored and if applicants have used it then they are required to declare this.
Supporting Information
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Our recruiting managers score applications based on the criteria listed in the person specification. They will be looking for evidence of how you meet these criteria. To increase your chances of securing an interview, provide examples of how you have applied your skills and knowledge in real-life situations. Share work-related successes and challenges you've navigated that align with the criteria. These could be from various aspects of your life, including work, education, and personal experiences.
Consider structuring your supporting information section with clear headings or bullet points. This approach will help both you and the recruiting manager navigate through your application more effectively.
Working Smarter pledge
We are reminded everyday of how important life is, so as part of our Working Smarter pledge we offer a variety of flexible working options and wellbeing support to enable our people to find and maintain the right work-life balance.
Secondments
If you are applying for a secondment role please ensure you have agreement from your current line manager prior to attending an interview. Also please ensure you have read the LTHTR Secondment Policy. A copy of this can be found on the intranet or by contacting [email protected]
Young People
Please note a young person must be in part-time education or training until they're 18. therefore if you are under 18 we are unable to employ you on a full time basis, unless it is in an apprenticeship role.
Disclosure and Barring Service checks
If the role you've applied for requires a Disclosure and Barring Services (DBS) check we will administer this on your behalf and the cost will be recovered from your salary, either as a one-off payment, or over 3 months. The level of check required depends on the role that you have been offered. Currently the charges are - Basic DBS check £22, Standard DBS check £22 and Enhanced DBS check £42. You should be aware that if you are successful in obtaining a position that requires a DBS check but later withdraw your application, you may be required to reimburse the cost of the DBS check. DBS checks remain free of charge for volunteer positions. The DBS Code of Practice can be accessed here.
In line with guidance from United Kingdom Health Security Agency, all staff and volunteers are required to comply with Trust Infection Prevention and Control processes in relation to safe working. This includes mask wearing and adherence to social distancing at all Trust sites.

No two days will ever be the same, and the experience that you will take from this role will be second to none.
Joining our Bank will give you the opportunity to move around and gain experience in different wards and clinical settings, meeting new people daily and gaining skills that will help you continue your career in Healthcare. It offers flexibility to help work along other commitments, and allows you the opportunity to be apart of Lancashire Teaching Hospitals.
So there you have it, what are you waiting for? If you're enthused and feel as passionate about Healthcare as we do, we encourage you to apply below. We would love to meet you.

We recognise you are invaluable to us and in return for your hard work and professionalism to help us deliver high levels of care we can offer you the following:
+ Access to the NHS Pension Scheme
+ Access to Counselling and support via our occupation health services which includes access to our Mindfulness Sessions to support your health & well-being
+ Opportunities to apply for permanent full or part-time positions
+ Access to on-site restaurants which on production of your ID badge entitles you to discounts
+ As a bank worker we offer a wide-ranging list of benefits you can access which can be found at, http://www.lancsteachinghospitals.nhs.uk/staff-benefits