NHS LOTHIAN & BORDERS STAFF BANK BAND 2 HEALTHCARE ASSISTANTS for Borders General Hospital

NHS Lothian and Borders Staff Bank

Band 2 - Healthcare Assistants  FOR BORDERS GENERAL HOSPITAL

We are looking for reliable and committed supplementary staff in the field of Healthcare Assistants who work well in a team and who can provide compassionate and high-quality person-centred care for the Borders General Hospital.

 All Staff Bank roles are to cover temporary shortages Borders General Hospital.  Interested candidates are required to evidence on application their awareness of the Staff Bank function and all essential skills they possess for the role.

The Role and You

No two days will be the same, you will assist in all aspects of person-centred care whilst maintaining comfort and dignity for those you are caring for.

To be successful in this role you must demonstrate experience of providing care in a health or social care environment.  You will have a keen interest in working with people and be dedicated to providing the best care and support for those in your care. You will be an effective communicator and work well as part of a multi-disciplinary team.  

Work is allocated on an 'as and when required basis' with different shift patterns available to suit flexible working.  There are no guarantees of a fixed number of hours each week as this is a demand led service.  Bank workers can submit their availability in advance and shifts can be booked either online or by telephoning the Staff Bank office.

Benefits of NHS Lothian Staff Bank:

Competitive hourly rate with enhancements

Flexible shift options

Initial training shifts provided

Uniforms provided

Supportive onsite team

Supported development opportunities

Informal Contacts - 

Supplementary Staffing Manager - Julie Basden - julie.basden@nhs.scot

Please note that successful candidates will be given a contract for services. This is not a permanent role.

**We anticipate a high level of interest in this position and may close the vacancy early once a sufficient number of applications are received. Therefore, please make sure you complete and submit your application at an early stage**