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Are you looking for a caring, people-focussed support bank/casual role? Whilst we're busy, we try to have time to spend with our in-patients and their loved ones, giving everyone an individual, people-focussed and dignified experience during life and after death.



You'll provide a nursing support role, working within a skilled, multi-disciplinary team, effectively communicating with patients, visitors and colleagues to help to maintain patient wellbeing and comfort.



You'll have experience working in a caring environment, which could come from working in people's homes, care homes or clinical settings, for example. You'll have NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care, or equivalent, and be able to work effectively in a varied team, to ensure care is carried out effectively and efficiently, whilst always maintaining a caring, compassionate approach.



Hours will be ad-hoc, based on rota and clinical requirements which are 24/7, 365 days a year with a variety of shifts.



As an employee, you will be offered a range of benefits, including 27 days holiday (pro rata for part time staff), access to our Employee Assistance Programme, high-quality, low-cost meals at our Dalton site and complementary therapies. NHS Pensions are also transferable for those already contributing.



The Kirkwood provide specialist care, free of charge, to adults in Kirklees with advanced, progressive illnesses at any time from diagnosis to the end of life, respecting their individual needs and wishes. Care and support are also provided for their family members, friends, and carers, both during the illness and after death. Through education, training, and partnership with others, we improve care for everyone affected by a life limiting illness.



If you have any queries, or would like an informal discussion about this role, please contact Alison Heavey / Sally Smith on 01484 557900



Please note, we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications.

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