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Detailed job description and main responsibilities Assisting with all the activities of daily living, addressing the physical and mental health care needs of patients - promoting individual health and well being. Undertake, record and report clinical observations as directed by the registered professional when required. Assist in the treatment/activities for the patient within the in-patient environment which may involve accompanying/escorting informal/formal patients outside the ward environment. To maintain accurate, timely and relevant clinical records both written and computerised. To maintain the safe custody of healthcare records. To treat the patients as individuals and enable them to achieve maximum independence To undertake any other duties that would be a reasonable expectation of the role.For more information of the job description and main responsibilities - please read the job specification and job description attached. Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment. The cost of the DBS application is £26.40 (standard) or £54.40 (enhanced), this cost will be deducted from your salary over the first 2 months of employment. You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. An annual fee of £16 per year applies. Please note that this post does not meet the pay level required for a Skilled worker visa.Successful applicants with no prior NHS experience would normally be placed at the bottom of the band in line with Agenda for Change. This salary is below the minimum salary required for sponsorship for a Skilled Worker / Health & Care visa. In these circumstances the Trust would not, therefore, be able to sponsor for a Skilled Worker / Health & Care visa.Applicants requiring a Skilled Worker Visa can determine the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship against the relevant criteria here specificationValues and Behaviours Essential criteria All colleagues are expected to demonstrate that they act in line with Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Values: Trust Honesty Respect Compassion TeamworkAll colleagues are expected to demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) and how it applies to their role. The Trust's expectations are highlighted within our EDI Policy, and associated EDI and Human Rights legislationPhysical Requirements Essential criteria Management of violence and aggression, restraint of patientsManual handling which may include manoeuvring of wheelchairs/trolleys/beds etc. as necessaryHas the physical ability to perform the full range of dutiesQualifications Essential criteria NVQ III in Health and Social Care, Care Certificate or equivalent or equivalent experienceTraining Essential criteria Willingness to undertake training that will enhance service deliveryExperience Essential criteria Experience of working in a Healthcare setting Desirable criteria Experience of working within a mental health and/or intellectual and developmental disabilities setting or equivalentKnowledge Essential criteria To have a basic understanding of mental health difficulties, intellectual and developmental disability presentation and maintain an understanding and caring approach to patientsSkills Essential criteria Ability to work as part of a teamGood written/oral communication skillsDiplomatic, caring & sympatheticAbility to be flexibleDeveloped observations skills with the ability to record and report physical/mental health changes or any other concerns/observations of incidents or events and behaviours in an accurate and timely mannerStandard keyboard skillsContractual Requirements Essential criteria Ability to work to meet the needs of the serviceA full UK driving licence and vehicle for business use is required for this post; however reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled individuals in line with the Equality Act 2010Additional InformationWe reserve the right to close the post early once we have received a sufficient number of applicants.The Trust believes in treating everyone with dignity and respect and encourages applications from all sectors of the community. We guarantee an interview to candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum essential criteria. In submitting an application form, you authorise Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust to confirm from your previous or current NHS employer and other prior employers; previous NHS service details and personal data held about you. This data will be transferred using NHS Electronic Staff Record and third party systems via an automated process and only used for the purposes of obtaining and maintaining accurate employment records, should you be appointed to the post. Should you require any further information please refer our Privacy Policy shown on the Trust website, please click here for more information.For eligible posts, DBS disclosures are mandatory before commencement of employment. If you are in a position that is deemed a regulated adult and/or child care role, you will not be able to start your employment until we have received a satisfactory DBS Disclosure. The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Convictions which would otherwise be considered as 'spent' will also be checked as part of an Enhanced DBS Disclosure. Employer certification / accreditation badges Applicant requirementsThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service. Documents to download Job Description and Person Specification (PDF, 696.5KB) Colleague Benefits (PDF, 16.1MB) About Nottinghamshire Healthcare (PDF, 1.5MB) Colleague Benefits (PDF, 16.2MB)