Job Description

The closing date is 10th Sep 2025

Anticipated Interview date(s) 24/09/2025

Job summary

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We are looking to appoint health care support Assistants who are enthusiastic, motivated with a passion for caring to join our dedicated Team in the Outpatients dept at Bridgwater community hospital.



The unit is a general Outpatients which provides a wide variety of services.



As a health care Assistant you will work as part of a large multidisciplinary team and will play a key role in delivering the fundamentals of care for patients under the supervision of a nurse. Individuals should be able to demonstrate excellent communication skills who are willing to learn and take on new challenges as the service develops.

Main duties, tasks & skills required

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Setting up clinics with seating and equipment


Adjust and inform clinician of clinic deadlines and meeting appointment times


Informing receptionist of delays


Informing clinicians of any concerns safeguarding


Documenting results and observation


To communicate effectively with individuals, their families, carers and health/social care practitioners using a range of styles and keeping information confidential at all times.


Handle (record, report, and store) information related to individuals in line with local and national policies.


To help maintain good communication, liaison and working arrangements with Trust Directorates, other Trusts, and other agencies

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 the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.

Person specification

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Qualifications

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Essential

Good standard of literacy and numeracy and spoken English (Minimum Level 1 or Functional Skills).



Level 2 in Health and Social Care, or equivalent experience.



Care Certificate or willing to work towards this.

Experience

#

Essential

Understanding of the health or social care setting.



Understanding of the concept of promoting independence.



Previous experience of working in a health or social care setting, or undertaking a caring role.

Additional Criteria

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Essential

Good interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with patients, carers and relatives, remaining sensitive and empathetic.


Listens to others' views, respecting and valuing the needs of individuals.


Understanding of adopting a person focussed approach.


Ability to travel to other community sites.

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.

For help with your application, contact:

Denise Harper


Denise.harper@somersetft.nhs.uk


01278436781

Pay scheme

Agenda for Change

Band

Band 2

Salary

24465.00 Yearly

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-Time

Reference number

184-OL-OR-3127

Job locations

Bridgwater Community Hospital

Bower Lane

Bridgwater

Somerset

TA6 4GU