Trainee Healthcare Support Worker (UHCW)

Do you want to become part of a team who make a difference on a daily basis, providing high quality patient centred care?

We are looking to recruit passionate and enthusiastic people who would like to start their career within a healthcare setting. If you are passionate about caring for others and are ready to begin a rewarding career with us, we would love to hear from you.

You will become a valued colleague at UHCW with your development needs being supported by a robust induction programme and a team who will work with you to help you achieve your career goals.

If you have excellent communication skills, a "can do" attitude, and are willing to work towards a level 2 health and social care related qualification, this could be the right role for you.

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.

We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do.

Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare.

We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence designated organisation - please click the link for further details about this prestigious award. Pathway To Excellence - University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire (uhcw.nhs.uk)

By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team.

The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care. We will create an environment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation's core values.

Qualifications

Essential: - o Demonstrate basic numeracy, literacy and IT skills o Willing to work towards NVQ II in Health and Social Care

Experience

Desirable: - o Demonstration of work experience either paid or unpaid o Experience in a customer facing role

Knowledge

Essential: - o Basic understanding of work procedures

Skills

Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours