Location: The Grange University Hospital, Llanfrechfa Grange, Caerleon Road, Cwmbr�n NP44 8YN
Type of contract: Fixed Period Until 31 March 2025
Hours per week: 22
Salary: �20,405 per annum pro-rata
Do you love helping people in need? Are you looking for a rewarding role that could boost your career in the health and social sector?
Are you caring and resilient and able to think on your feet in a pressured situation?
You will be based in the fast paced Emergency Department, providing care to patients and their families. You will undertake non-medical tasks to free up the medical staff. This will enable them to focus on their clinical role while you make the patient’s stay as relaxed as possible.
A day in the life of a Support Worker:
You will escort patients to assigned departments.
You will collect prescriptions to speed up their release.
You will assist in delivering meals and ensure that patients have food/drink when waiting for long hours.
You will drive patients home after discharge, ensuring they are safely settled.
You will refer patients to other sources of support in their area.
Please note that this service runs Monday to Sunday between 10am and 10pm, including bank holidays.
To be a successful Support Worker:
Do you know how to improve service quality for the benefit of users? Can you deal with inquiries in a discreet manner?
Do you have a good knowledge of services provided by the NHS and Social Care?
Are you IT literate?
Do you have a full UK driving license which allows you to drive a manual transmission vehicle?
The closing date for your application is Thursday 7 December 2023.
Please note that early application is encouraged as we reserve the right to close the advert early.
In return for your dedication and expertise, you will receive:
Holidays: 36 days annual leave (including bank holidays) + option to buy an additional 5 days.
Pension scheme: Up to 6% of contributory pension.
Flexible working: We do our best to accommodate your preferred work style.
Learning and Development: A wide range of career and learning prospects.
Discounts: Access to Blue Light Discount Card and employee benefits platform.
Wellbeing Support: Access to mental health and wellbeing support.
Teamwork: Promote our mission in a collaborative team.
Cycling to Work: Leasing a bike through the scheme.
Season ticket loan: An interest-free loan for commuting costs.
We are proud to take part in the confident disability scheme for roles in the UK. During the application process, you will be asked if you wish to apply under the scheme.
At the British Red Cross, we pride ourselves on our diverse workforce, and ensure that we have an inclusive environment for all our staff and volunteers. We remain committed to ensuring that our teams can bring their true selves to work without risk or fear of discrimination. We do this through regular data reports, and the support of our internal Race and Equality Network (REEN), LGBT+ Network, Disability and Wellbeing Network (DAWN), Gender Network, Carers Network and Youth Network.
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