Inpatient Senior Health Care Assistant - Apprenticeship Opportunity
Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHSFT
Doncaster, DN4 0QP
Salary
£26,300 to £27,476
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
17 September 2026
12 days left
Job description
New Beginnings is a specialist detoxification unit for drug and alcohol service users combined with a structured day programme accessible to service u...
- To provide comprehensive, high quality support services to the clinical team, under direct supervision, to ensure the smooth safe delivery of services.
- To support the team in the admissions and discharge process and facilitation of both clinics and group work sessions with patients.
- To support the clinical team by completing appropriate screening tools and records prior to consultations/ admission taking place.
- To give verbal and written feedback to senior clinicians in respect of patients individual care plans.
- To escort patients to outside appointments.
- To undertake collection of samples and specimens from patients and test as directed, sending samples for testing to the pathology department when required.
- To assist the Nurse to conduct physical health checks and the management of symptoms through appropriate care planning.
- To provide advice and information to service users about the range of services on offer both within the statutory and non-statutory sector and assist service users in accessing these.
- To provide harm minimisation advice and promote healthier lifestyles.
- To provide access to activities and support patients in cooking and other life skills.
- To deliver an agreed programme of supported group activities at the weekend.
- To support service users during their detoxification to maximise their recovery.
- Ensure that appropriate communications are actioned and documented on the clinical database (SystemOne)
Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) employ around 4000 talented colleagues who are very much appreciated, valued, and respected.
We have a wide portfolio which includes mental health, physical health, learning disability and drug and alcohol services.
We are dedicated to the development of our our people and hold a learning half day every month for our colleagues.
We are passionate about enhancing the quality of our service and we work hard to attract and select the right colleagues for our organisation. Our goal is to employ those who share our passion for providing first class care while remaining committed to our vision and values. Please view our Strategy using the link below:
https: //www.rdash.nhs.uk/documents/clinical-and-organisational-strategy-2023-to-2028/
To find out more about working for RDaSH and the fantastic benefits we offer visit our website:
https: //workwithrdash.co.uk/
We are committed to inclusive cultures and really value people in our organisation, view our Allyship video on YouTube to find out more:
https: //youtu.be/WMJSkLoTk4Q
The main terms and conditions of service can be found here:
https: //www.nhsemployers.org/publications/tchandbook
Qualifications
Essential
- English and Maths at level 2 or equivalent (GCSE 9-4 or A*- C or functional skills level 2)
- NVQ Level 2 in a related subject
- NVQ level 3 in related subject or willingness to undertake a relevant Level 3 Apprenticeship
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrate a keen interest caring for others
- Previous experience of caring for patients in a clinical setting
- Previous experience of working as part of a team
Desirable
- Previous experience of supervision of staff
- Experience working within the drug and alcohol field
Knowledge
Essential
- Understand importance of maintaining confidentiality
Skills
Essential
- Good interpersonal skills
- Ability to communicate effectively both face to face and in writing
- Able to support and reassure patients / carers in distress
- Basic IT skills
How to apply
Applications are handled entirely by the employer on the original advert. We do not collect CVs, supporting statements or application data.
Provenance
Source
NHS Jobs
First seen
3 September 2026
Last checked
5 September 2026
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