Job summary

Alton Ward is a 12 bedded in patient ward providing high quality care to the local and wider population. We are seeking passionate and enthusiastic candidates who are committed to delivering excellent clinical care to our elderly client group.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone wanting to develop nursing skills in a ward area. We are committed to providing excellent training and development opportunities and a supportive work environment with a focus on staff well-being.

At Alton Ward, you will be part of a dedicated team that values compassion, integrity, and excellence. We are committed to fostering a supportive environment where you can grow both professionally and personally.

We ask that candidates are enthusiastic, flexible and committed to the values of DCHS.

Main duties of the job

The multidisciplinary team is made up of nursing and allied health professionals, including Registered Nurses, Healthcare Assistants, Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, Therapy Assistants and Advanced Nurse Practitioners. The clinical team is supported by the local GP practices, Administrative Staff, Porters, Hotel Services and Housekeepers.

As Healthcare Assistant, your primary duty will be to support Registered Nurses and the multidisciplinary team in the delivery of person-centred patient care. Wider duties on the ward include maintaining the ward environment, assisting with audit and accreditation, attendance at team meetings, and adherence to trust policies and procedures.

Alton Ward is a 24 hour, 7 day a week service and this post involves shift work that includes, days, nights, weekends and Bank Holidays.

About us

Our purpose is to provide community health services to a patient population of over one million people in Derbyshire and Derby, as part of Joined Up Care Derbyshire.

We employ around 4,200 substantive staff, caring for patients in 6 community hospitals and more than 30 health centres, as well as in clinics, GP practices, schools, care homes and, increasingly, in people's own homes and via virtual consultations.

Benefits include:

• Commitment to flexible working where this is possible
• 27 days annual leave/year plus bank holidays, increasing to 29 days after 5 years & 33 days after 10 years' service
• Yearly appraisal and commitment to ongoing training
• Generous NHS pension scheme
• Good maternity, paternity and adoption benefits
• Incremental pay progression
• Free confidential employee assistance programme 24/7
• Access to our LGBTI+ network, BAME Network and Christian Network
• Health and wellbeing opportunities
• Structured learning and development opportunities