Senior Care Support Worker, B6 Surgical SDEC

Job summary

We are looking for a motivated, compassionate and professional Senior Care Support Worker to join our dynamic Surgical Same Day Emergency Care (SSDEC) team. The successful applicant will work as part of a multidisciplinary team within SSDEC, supporting patients who attend our busy assessment area, encompassing all surgical specialities to include General Surgery, Urology, Gynaecology, Trauma & Orthopaedics, ENT, Max Fax, Plastics & Vascular specialities. You will play an important role in ensuring patients receive a safe, effective and high standard of care, while supporting the service to achieve both National and Local Targets. SSDEC is a fast-paced environment with a high patient turnover, requiring staff who are adaptable, organised and able to respond positively to changing clinical demands. We are looking for an individual who enjoys a challenge, is highly motivated and proactive, and can demonstrate excellent communication and teamwork skills. If you thrive in a busy clinical environment and are committed to providing compassionate, person-centred care, this could be the opportunity for you. You will be supported to develop your skills and contribute to a positive team culture, working alongside a dynamic and highly skilled multidisciplinary team. Senior Care Support Worker, Band 3, 24 hours per week, fixed term contract until 4th September 2027

Main duties of the job

The Senior Care Support Worker will work together with members of the Nursing / Midwifery team and contribute to the implementation of a high standard and individualised patient care under the direction of a registered nurse.

The post holder will be required to communicate effectively with other members of the health care team, patients and relatives and must be able to recognise and report to the appropriate person any changes in the patient's condition which may require the intervention of others.

The post holder will be assessed on appointment on their level of competence and may be required to undertake development to include basic skills and in house development programme.

The Senior Care Support Worker will:

• Be an integral member of the ward/department team working under the direct or indirect supervision of a registered practitioner.

• Be responsible for providing care to patients as delegated by the registered practitioner following the completion of specific competencies.

• Contribute to the maintenance of care environment and quality initiatives to enhance patient care.

• Ensure that their practice adheres to policies, procedures and competencies.

• Act in a manner that upholds privacy, dignity, respect and confidentiality of patients and colleagues

About us

At the Dudley Group our patients and staff are at the heart of all that we do and that is to provide a world class service that aligns with our vision of "excellent health care, improved health for all". We are seeking to recruit staff who share our vision and values of making Dudley Group an incredible workplace.

As part of the NHS People Promise, your wellbeing is our priority, and we are committed to ensuring our employees achieve a healthy work-life balance supported by our flexible working options and by making reasonable adjustments where possible. We believe no-one should have to sacrifice family, friends, or their personal interests for work. We are a modern employer able to attract and retain high quality staff through our commitment to the NHS People Promise.

As an employer, we foster an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, supported, and empowered to contribute their best. We want to ensure that our workforce is representative of the population we serve. More information - inclusive practice people promise.

Dudley Group offer many opportunities for our staff to develop and grow within their roles through our Learning & OD Team. These include topics such as communication, wellbeing, team development, cultural competency, and values.

Please click below to view our EDI page: Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion - The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust (dgft.nhs.uk)