Job Description

The closing date is 14th Jul 2025

Anticipated Interview date(s) Mid July

Job summary

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Education support workers are an integral part of the LARCH+ Team and have direct contact with registered nurses, carers and staff within the care sector whilst providing high quality training and education to enable residents access to the best quality of care. Education support workers will develop additional skills and knowledge based on the evolving work of the LARCH + team. They will support the LARCH registered professionals to provide training and education, so helping to minimise hospital admissions and making referrals to appropriate teams across the wider health care setting.


The Education support worker will support and review training packages with the LARCH registered practitioner, developing new training packages appropriate for the care sector. The Education support worker will work with care providers to plan and coordinate training to enable their staff to gain a better knowledge base to provide improved and effective care.


An Education support worker practices under the supervision of a registered practitioner in accordance with Trust Policy, protocols and standard operating procedures.

Main duties, tasks & skills required

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Experience of working in the care sector would be advantageous but all necessary skills training, professional updates and mandatory training as appropriate to the post will be provided.


Full details of duties can be found in the job description.


There will be an expectation to work countywide with working hours working between the hours of 8-5 Monday to Friday, candidates must have access to a car with business insurance.


Please be advised - this vacancy may close early if we reach a sufficient amount of applications.

About us

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At

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust

, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

Flexible working options

to help you balance work and life

NHS pension scheme

for long-term financial security

Generous annual leave allowance

to recharge and relax A strong focus on

career development

to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you'll gain access to our

Blue Light Card

, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.


We are proud to foster a

diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce

, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Why Somerset?

Somerset offers the perfect blend of

idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty

, and

breathtaking coastlines

, with vibrant cities like

Bristol

,

Bath

, and

Exeter

just a short drive away - and only two hours to

London

.


The region is home to excellent

educational facilities

, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.

Somerset truly has it all

- the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.

Job description

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For more details and further information about the role, please see the attached job description and person specification.

Person specification

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Qualifications

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Essential

Qualified Assistant practitioner Nurse associate or relevant qualification


Good standard of literacy and numeracy and spoken English Minimum Level 2, or Functional Skills.


Vocational Qualification Level 3, equivalent level OR equivalent experience.




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Desirable

Recognised teaching qualification or willingness to work towards a level 3 Education & Training Award.


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Experience

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Essential

Previous experience of working within the community in a health or social care setting or undertaking a caring role.


Knowledge of subjects the education support worker will present for education..


Basic knowledge of NHS legislation, including confidentiality, health and safety, manual handling and data protection.




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Desirable

A good understanding of health and social care models.


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Additional Criteria

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Essential

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.


Good organisational and time management skills.


Commitment to the development and provision of high-quality nursing care.


Good organisational skills.


Must be a car driver and have valid business insurance and work countywide.


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Desirable

Knowledge of the care sector.


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Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.


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For help with your application, contact:

Sally Trace


sally.trace@somersetft.nhs.uk


07717151591


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Pay scheme

Agenda for Change


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Band

Band 4


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Salary

26530.00 to 29114.00 Yearly
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Contract

Permanent


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Working pattern

Full-Time


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Reference number

184-OL-BL-2812


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Job locations

Bridgwater Community Hospital

Bower Lane

Bridgwater

Somerset

TA6 4GU


South Petherton Hospital

Bernard Way

South Petherton

Somerset

TA13 5EF
Harrison House



Taunton

Somerset

TA1 2PX