Location: Salford Royal Hospital, Salford

Type: Permanent, Part-Time (24 hours per week, including days, nights, weekends, and public bank holidays)

Salary (£): £23,615 per annum

About Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust:

Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust provides comprehensive hospital and integrated health and social care services to over one million people across Greater Manchester. The Trust operates in Bury, Rochdale, Oldham, and Salford, with a commitment to delivering high standards of care and enhancing the health of local populations. The Trust values care, appreciation, and inspiration and offers a flexible working environment, competitive benefits, and opportunities for career advancement.

Job Details

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Flexible working opportunities
• Excellent annual leave allowance
• Protected hours for health and wellbeing activities

Requirements

• Care Certificate (upon appointment or within 12 weeks)
• Level 1 Literacy and Numeracy (GCSE English and Maths Grade D-G)
• Good communication skills
• Basic IT skills
• Experience with the public or desire to work in health service
• Desirable: NVQ Level 2 in Healthcare or equivalent, experience in health or social care environment

Salary Details £23,615 per annum

About the Role The Health Care Support Worker in Stroke Rehabilitation provides essential support to patients recovering from strokes. Working in a 16-bedded unit, this role involves collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to deliver patient-centered care, ensuring the highest standards of rehabilitation. Duties include supporting nursing staff, assisting with therapy sessions, and maintaining a high level of compassion and respect for patients. This role also offers ongoing training, including the Stroke Foundation Program and specific stroke competencies.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care and support
• Assist with daily living activities and rehabilitation exercises
• Communicate effectively with patients and the multidisciplinary team
• Uphold patient dignity and deliver care with compassion
• Participate in ongoing training and development
• Adhere to health and safety procedures and trust policies

Other Details

The role does not qualify for sponsorship. The Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust is committed to supporting flexible working arrangements and ensures that all services are accessible and fair. The Trust encourages applications from diverse backgrounds, including veterans and disabled applicants.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust is dedicated to ensuring all employees and applicants are treated equally, regardless of age, disability, gender, marital status, race, sexual orientation, religion, or any other characteristic.