Carers Champion And Activities Link Hca
Belvedere Ward is a 14-bed Older Persons Mental Health Assessment Unit specialising in the assessment, treatment and care of people living with dementia and other organic mental health conditions. Carers play a vital role in supporting our patients and are key partners in assessment, care planning, decision-making and discharge planning.
To strengthen carer involvement and enhance the therapeutic environment on the ward, we are seeking a Carers Champion and Activities Link Worker. This dedicated role will work alongside the ward's existing Carer Link Champions to promote meaningful engagement with carers and ensure their voices are heard and valued throughout a patient's admission.
The post holder will act as a key point of contact for carers and families, providing information, support and signposting, and supporting the implementation of the Triangle of Care principles. They will also work closely with the Activities Coordinator and multidisciplinary team to support the planning and delivery of meaningful therapeutic activities that promote wellbeing, social inclusion, cognitive stimulation and quality of life for patients.
In addition, the post holder will fulfil the responsibilities of a Band 3 Healthcare Assistant, providing high-quality, person-centred care and contributing to the safe and effective running of the ward. The role will also support safer staffing arrangements by providing clinical support during periods of short-term staffing need.
Main duties of the jobAct as the ward Carers Champion, promoting carer involvement in assessment, care planning, reviews and discharge planning. Provide information, advice and signposting to carers, support implementation of the Triangle of Care, maintain links with local support services and assist with carers' meetings and feedback opportunities.
Support the planning and delivery of therapeutic, recreational and social activities in partnership with the Activities Coordinator and wider multidisciplinary team. Facilitate individual and group activities that promote recovery, independence, wellbeing and meaningful occupation. Adapt activities to meet individual patient needs and encourage engagement and participation.
Provide high-quality, person-centred care under the supervision of registered staff. Support patients with personal care, nutrition, hydration, mobility and activities of daily living, maintaining dignity, choice and independence at all times.
Observe and report changes in patients' physical health, mental state or behaviour and contribute to risk assessment, care planning and therapeutic interventions. Undertake delegated physical healthcare tasks in line with training and competence.
Maintain accurate electronic patient records and communicate effectively with patients, carers and colleagues. Attend handovers, ward meetings.
Work in accordance with Trust policies, confidentiality requirements and professional standards. Participate in supervision, training, audit, service improvement.
Job Details- Pay scheme: Agenda for change
- Band: Band 3
- Salary: £25,760 to £27,476 a year
- Contract: Permanent
- Working pattern: Full-time
- Reference number: C
- Closing date: 04 November 2026
Job Purpose
The Carers Champion and Activities Link Worker will play a key role in promoting carer involvement and delivering meaningful therapeutic activity within the ward environment.
The post holder will act as a dedicated point of contact for carers and families, helping to ensure that carers are welcomed, informed, involved, and supported throughout a patient's admission in line with the Triangle of Care principles.
The post holder will also support the planning and delivery of individual and group therapeutic activities that promote…
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