Community Healthcare Assistant Out of Hours District Nurses

To contribute and support the delivery of high standard of effective nursing care, as part of a nursing team, in support of and under the direction of a registered professional

To carry out assigned tasks, including direct nursing care and administrative duties as delegated by the nurse in charge

You will ensure that patients receive safe, individualised and effective care which supports health & wellbeing and promotes self- care where appropriate and possible.

Please note that Skilled Worker visa sponsorship is not available for this post.

Applicants must therefore have the right to work in the UK without requiring Skilled Worker visa sponsorship for this role. For further information please visit Visas and immigration - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)

For Graduate visa holders; it is important to note that you must have a minimum of 12 months before this expires at the start of your employment for training and operational reasons.

Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information.

Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role.

As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage Careers :: East Cheshire NHS Trust for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).

We understand that some applicants may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in preparing their application. While this is not discouraged, it is essential to personalise this information, particularly your supporting information section as these tools cannot fully grasp the context or requirements of the job youre applying for. We kindly remind candidates that all submissions must be truthful and accurately reflect your own experiences and suitability for this role. Personal integrity and authenticity are central to our recruitment process and being a member of East Cheshire NHS Trust.

Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications.

We look forward to receiving your application.

We are committed to providing the best quality integrated care to our patients. To achieve this aim we need highly motivated staff who are united by common values and behaviours.

We believe our workforce is our greatest asset and we actively support our staff to develop their capabilities to the full, with a variety of learning and development opportunities.

Whether you are just starting out in your career or are looking to use your skills and experience in a new role, East Cheshire NHS Trust is the right employer for you. We look forward to you joining us so that we can bring out your best.

Please be aware that this post requires an Enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check with barred lists, the cost of which is payable by the successful candidate. If you have lived or worked abroad for 6 months or more in the last 5 years you will need to obtain an overseas police clearance. Further information can be found on the additional information links at the bottom of the advert.

Essential: - Good standard of general education or ability to demonstrate equivalent; - Good literacy skills; - Care Certificate (or commitment to undertake on commencement of the post); - NVQ level 3/ City and Guilds - Health/social care related subject (level 3) - or equivalent experience

Desirable: - GCSE (Grade C pass or Level 2 skills Math/English); - ECDL (European Computer Driving License); - Food hygiene certificate

Essential: - Knowledge, skills or experience in health/social care; - Shows insight into the needs and circumstances of patient group/vulnerable adults.; - Ability to recognise limitations of the role.; - Understand the concept of self-care and self-management principles

Desirable: - Knowledge of Microsoft office systems.; - Knowledge of clinical procedures, observations and care.; - Awareness of effects of ill health and the ageing pross

Essential: - Experience of working with people and dealing with members of the public; - Self- motivated and enthusiasm for the role with the ability to work on own initiative whilst recognising own limitations.; - Demonstrates effective written and verbal communication skills; - Computer literacy; - Team player

Desirable: - Experience within a caring environment.; - Experience of working within a multi-disciplinary team.; - Previous experience delivering care in a community setting.

Essential: - Must be able to undertake all aspects of the role whilst working as a lone worker.; - Flexible approach to meet service needs including ability to work flexibly across a variety of shift Patterns

Essential: - Please provide any additional relevant information to support your application. Please note that this is a non-scoring question.

Essential: - Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification for further details