62 Healthcare Support jobs in the United Kingdom
Healthcare Support Worker
KY1 Kirkcaldy, Scotland
Nhs Scotland
Posted 3 days ago
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Ward 51 is a medical and infectious diseases ward with 10 beds all side rooms.
This is a mixed sex ward delivering acute care to wide age group from 16 years old upwards.
You will be joining a well motivated and dynamic multi-disciplinary team who strive to deliver the highest level of care possible.
Candidates should be well organised and self motivated.
We are looking for someone who can work on their own and as part of a team with good written and oral communication skills and is competent in venapunture and vital signs.
Previous experience in a healthcare environment is desirable. It would be an advantage to have good PC skills and be prepared to enhance your skills by attending the appropriate extended role courses.
For informal enquiries please contact Valerie Turner, Senior Charge Nurse on ext 29951
A requirement of this post is to become a member of the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme Prior to appointment.
To work in the United Kingdom, there is a legal requirement for an individual to demonstrate that they have the relevant permission to work in the country. This permission is, without exception, granted by the UK Visa and Immigrations Service.
As part of the pre-employment checks for a preferred candidate, NHS Scotland Boards will check your entitlement to work in the UK. It can be evidenced through a number of routes including specific types of visa as well as EU settled and pre-settled status. To find out more about these routes of permission, please refer to the GOV.UK website here.
For specific types of post, if you do not have the necessary eligibility to work in the UK, it might be possible (though not guaranteed) to secure sponsorship via a UK Skilled Worker/Health & Care Worker Visa. However, this is only possible if the employer is a licenced Sponsor, and if the post does not fall below the current minimum salary threshold or 'going rate'. Further information on these criteria can be found here.
It is ESSENTIAL that you have checked that you either already have an appropriate right to work in the UK or that the post would be eligible to be sponsored BEFORE submitting your application form.
We offer flexible working and family-friendly policies and fully support disabled candidates, and candidates with long-term conditions or who are neurodivergent by making reasonable adjustments to our recruitment policy and practices.
NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.
This is a mixed sex ward delivering acute care to wide age group from 16 years old upwards.
You will be joining a well motivated and dynamic multi-disciplinary team who strive to deliver the highest level of care possible.
Candidates should be well organised and self motivated.
We are looking for someone who can work on their own and as part of a team with good written and oral communication skills and is competent in venapunture and vital signs.
Previous experience in a healthcare environment is desirable. It would be an advantage to have good PC skills and be prepared to enhance your skills by attending the appropriate extended role courses.
For informal enquiries please contact Valerie Turner, Senior Charge Nurse on ext 29951
A requirement of this post is to become a member of the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme Prior to appointment.
To work in the United Kingdom, there is a legal requirement for an individual to demonstrate that they have the relevant permission to work in the country. This permission is, without exception, granted by the UK Visa and Immigrations Service.
As part of the pre-employment checks for a preferred candidate, NHS Scotland Boards will check your entitlement to work in the UK. It can be evidenced through a number of routes including specific types of visa as well as EU settled and pre-settled status. To find out more about these routes of permission, please refer to the GOV.UK website here.
For specific types of post, if you do not have the necessary eligibility to work in the UK, it might be possible (though not guaranteed) to secure sponsorship via a UK Skilled Worker/Health & Care Worker Visa. However, this is only possible if the employer is a licenced Sponsor, and if the post does not fall below the current minimum salary threshold or 'going rate'. Further information on these criteria can be found here.
It is ESSENTIAL that you have checked that you either already have an appropriate right to work in the UK or that the post would be eligible to be sponsored BEFORE submitting your application form.
We offer flexible working and family-friendly policies and fully support disabled candidates, and candidates with long-term conditions or who are neurodivergent by making reasonable adjustments to our recruitment policy and practices.
NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.
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Healthcare Support Worker
SY1 Shrewsbury, West Midlands
Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
Posted 3 days ago
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Job summary
Are you an existing Health Care Support Worker looking for a new opportunity to develop and work in an organisation that will help you achieve your goals to become the best you can be?
Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust has an opportunity to join Health Based Place of safety at Redwoods Centre in Shrewsbury.
We are an award-winning team and when you come to work with us, we will help you reach your full potential. Not only that, we will actively seek opportunities to share the great things you are doing, with others locally, regionally, and nationally.
Your career with us will be enjoyable and rewarding as you develop specialist skills and make a real difference for some of the most vulnerable people in society.
Please note this vacancy may close early if we receive a high volume of applications for the role.
Main duties of the job
Are you an existing Health Care Support Worker looking for a new opportunity to develop and work in an organisation that will help you achieve your goals to become the best you can be?
Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust has an opportunity to join Health Based Place of safety at Redwoods Centre in Shrewsbury.
We are an award-winning team and when you come to work with us, we will help you reach your full potential. Not only that, we will actively seek opportunities to share the great things you are doing, with others locally, regionally, and nationally.
Your career with us will be enjoyable and rewarding as you develop specialist skills and make a real difference for some of the most vulnerable people in society.
Please note this vacancy may close early if we receive a high volume of applications for the role.
Main duties of the job
- With support of senior staff participate in procedures under the guidance of the professional lead
- Identify, minimise and report risks of danger, harm and abuse to senior colleagues.
- Maintain a safe and secure environment at all times for the protection of self and others.
- At all times minimise risks to self by undertaking safe working practices.
- At all times work within agreed and established Trust policy and operational procedures.
- Work with other Trust services to promote seamless service user focused care, admission,
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Volunteer Healthcare Support
TN34 Hastings, South East
Change Grow Live
Posted 3 days ago
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Overview
Make a Real Difference in Your Community with Change Grow Live
Are you passionate about health and wellbeing? Do you want to be part of a team that supports people on their journey to healthier lives? We're looking for dedicated and compassionate individuals to join our team as a Healthcare Support Volunteer.
Responsibilities
As a Healthcare Support Volunteer you are an equal and valued member of the Healthcare team, supporting them in the day-to-day delivery of health and wellbeing interventions.
Our service users' health and wellbeing is really important to us so you will be playing a pivotal role in supporting the promotion of healthier lifestyles and harm reduction interventions including providing naloxone within our services and community hubs.
You will be supporting clinics by working with clients to prepare them for a medical review this will include taking blood pressure, screening for substances and discussing expectations.
Following training you will support the facilitation and delivery of Blood Bourne Virus screening and vaccinations as part of the healthcare team. You will be working closely with staff and partner agencies supporting service users to access treatment and clinical interventions.
If you have any questions on this opportunity that you would like to talk through please contact us using the below details:
Heidi White | |
Please note that we require you to be 18 years of age or older to be considered for this volunteering role.
This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at an enhanced level.
Make a Real Difference in Your Community with Change Grow Live
Are you passionate about health and wellbeing? Do you want to be part of a team that supports people on their journey to healthier lives? We're looking for dedicated and compassionate individuals to join our team as a Healthcare Support Volunteer.
Responsibilities
As a Healthcare Support Volunteer you are an equal and valued member of the Healthcare team, supporting them in the day-to-day delivery of health and wellbeing interventions.
Our service users' health and wellbeing is really important to us so you will be playing a pivotal role in supporting the promotion of healthier lifestyles and harm reduction interventions including providing naloxone within our services and community hubs.
You will be supporting clinics by working with clients to prepare them for a medical review this will include taking blood pressure, screening for substances and discussing expectations.
Following training you will support the facilitation and delivery of Blood Bourne Virus screening and vaccinations as part of the healthcare team. You will be working closely with staff and partner agencies supporting service users to access treatment and clinical interventions.
If you have any questions on this opportunity that you would like to talk through please contact us using the below details:
Heidi White | |
Please note that we require you to be 18 years of age or older to be considered for this volunteering role.
This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at an enhanced level.
This advertiser has chosen not to accept applicants from your region.
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Healthcare Support Worker
Glasgow, Scotland
Nhs Scotland
Posted 2 days ago
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X2 positions available
About the Organisation:
National Services Scotland (NSS) is a national NHS Board operating right at the heart of NHSScotland providing invaluable support and advice at a strategic and operational level. NSS supports customers to deliver their services more efficiently and effectively and we offer shared services on a national scale using best-in-class systems and standards. Our priority is always the same - to improve the health and well-being of the people of Scotland. We do this by working in partnership with colleagues across Health and Social Care to deliver fit for purpose solutions and systems, delivering high quality services that help our stakeholders to free up resources so they can be re-invested into essential services.
The Post:
The Scottish National Blood Transfusion Service (SNBTS) plays a vital role as part of NHS Scotland. NHS National Services Scotland's mission is to enable and support the delivery of better care working in partnership. We do this by providing a range of specialized support services that enable NHS boards to focus their efforts on delivering health improvement and patient care.
This post is based at the Gartnavel Campus in Glasgow within the SNBTS Glasgow HUB which provides blood products for hospitals in the West of Scotland. This is a non-patient facing role which requires excellent communication skills and customer service. The main duties of this role include provision of blood components to hospital blood banks, stock management and general laboratory-based tasks.
The Candidate:
This post provides a challenging role for a motivated individual to be able to work in a busy and changing environment. The post requires team working and excellent interpersonal skills and you will be required to work flexibly to meet the SNBTS corporate objectives. SNBTS Patient Services provide support to clinical and hospital services 24 hours, 7 days a week. Staff working in identified areas / departments, will participate in departmental shifts to support these services.
The successful candidate will be required to undergo a PVG Scheme/Disclosure Scotland check. Any candidate who have lived/worked overseas for more than 12 months in the preceding 5 years will also be required to provide a criminal record check from the appropriate overseas agency.
Location and Working Pattern:
West of Scotland Blood Transfusion Centre.
The full-time 1.0 WTE contract is for a 37-hour working week. The part-time 0.5 WTE contract is for an 18.5-hour working week. Both roles have a work pattern that involves 12 hours shifts over 7 days. These are both nightshifts and dayshifts. Candidates must advise within their application which role (1 WTE or 0.5 WTE) they are applying for.
It is a condition of this employment that you must live and remain a resident within the UK for the post in which you will be employed with NSS.
Benefits:
Our benefits package includes pension scheme, comprehensive range of work life balance policies, occupational health services, learning resource centres and discounted leisure, financial and shopping benefits. HR Benefits Brochure.
Inclusion:
NHS National Services Scotland (NSS) is a national board and, as an anchor institution, it is our ambition to be a diverse and inclusive organisation where everyone feels welcome. We recognise that flexible working creates an inclusive workplace where employees can thrive and feel confident about their ability to balance their personal and professional responsibilities. This is supported through Once for Scotland flexible working policies. NSS has made a long-term commitment to staff health and well-being and offers many learning and development opportunities to support and improve our approaches to diversity, inclusion and mental health in the workplace. There are a number of equality staff networks in place which all staff are welcome to join. We are also an equal opportunities employer and as such guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for our vacancies. As an accredited Disability Confident Leader, it is the aim of NSS to offer a fully accessible and inclusive recruitment service that supports applicants on their candidate journey. If you are interested in any reasonable adjustments, please contact the Recruitment Team on
Further information:
For an informal discussion on the post, please contact Jane Gould (Senior BMS) or Lindsay Fergus (Senior BMS) on Tel: or email or
Closing date for completed applications is Wednesday 10th September
Further information on NSS is available from:
Please note that the majority of correspondence is sent by e-mail only, so please check your e-mail regularly (including junk folders).
NHS National Services Scotland is an equal opportunities employer and as committed participant in the disability confident scheme, guarantees to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for our vacancies
About the Organisation:
National Services Scotland (NSS) is a national NHS Board operating right at the heart of NHSScotland providing invaluable support and advice at a strategic and operational level. NSS supports customers to deliver their services more efficiently and effectively and we offer shared services on a national scale using best-in-class systems and standards. Our priority is always the same - to improve the health and well-being of the people of Scotland. We do this by working in partnership with colleagues across Health and Social Care to deliver fit for purpose solutions and systems, delivering high quality services that help our stakeholders to free up resources so they can be re-invested into essential services.
The Post:
The Scottish National Blood Transfusion Service (SNBTS) plays a vital role as part of NHS Scotland. NHS National Services Scotland's mission is to enable and support the delivery of better care working in partnership. We do this by providing a range of specialized support services that enable NHS boards to focus their efforts on delivering health improvement and patient care.
This post is based at the Gartnavel Campus in Glasgow within the SNBTS Glasgow HUB which provides blood products for hospitals in the West of Scotland. This is a non-patient facing role which requires excellent communication skills and customer service. The main duties of this role include provision of blood components to hospital blood banks, stock management and general laboratory-based tasks.
The Candidate:
This post provides a challenging role for a motivated individual to be able to work in a busy and changing environment. The post requires team working and excellent interpersonal skills and you will be required to work flexibly to meet the SNBTS corporate objectives. SNBTS Patient Services provide support to clinical and hospital services 24 hours, 7 days a week. Staff working in identified areas / departments, will participate in departmental shifts to support these services.
The successful candidate will be required to undergo a PVG Scheme/Disclosure Scotland check. Any candidate who have lived/worked overseas for more than 12 months in the preceding 5 years will also be required to provide a criminal record check from the appropriate overseas agency.
Location and Working Pattern:
West of Scotland Blood Transfusion Centre.
The full-time 1.0 WTE contract is for a 37-hour working week. The part-time 0.5 WTE contract is for an 18.5-hour working week. Both roles have a work pattern that involves 12 hours shifts over 7 days. These are both nightshifts and dayshifts. Candidates must advise within their application which role (1 WTE or 0.5 WTE) they are applying for.
It is a condition of this employment that you must live and remain a resident within the UK for the post in which you will be employed with NSS.
Benefits:
Our benefits package includes pension scheme, comprehensive range of work life balance policies, occupational health services, learning resource centres and discounted leisure, financial and shopping benefits. HR Benefits Brochure.
Inclusion:
NHS National Services Scotland (NSS) is a national board and, as an anchor institution, it is our ambition to be a diverse and inclusive organisation where everyone feels welcome. We recognise that flexible working creates an inclusive workplace where employees can thrive and feel confident about their ability to balance their personal and professional responsibilities. This is supported through Once for Scotland flexible working policies. NSS has made a long-term commitment to staff health and well-being and offers many learning and development opportunities to support and improve our approaches to diversity, inclusion and mental health in the workplace. There are a number of equality staff networks in place which all staff are welcome to join. We are also an equal opportunities employer and as such guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for our vacancies. As an accredited Disability Confident Leader, it is the aim of NSS to offer a fully accessible and inclusive recruitment service that supports applicants on their candidate journey. If you are interested in any reasonable adjustments, please contact the Recruitment Team on
Further information:
For an informal discussion on the post, please contact Jane Gould (Senior BMS) or Lindsay Fergus (Senior BMS) on Tel: or email or
Closing date for completed applications is Wednesday 10th September
Further information on NSS is available from:
Please note that the majority of correspondence is sent by e-mail only, so please check your e-mail regularly (including junk folders).
NHS National Services Scotland is an equal opportunities employer and as committed participant in the disability confident scheme, guarantees to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for our vacancies
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Healthcare Support Worker
GU1 Guildford, South East
Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust
Posted 2 days ago
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Job summary
We're looking for individuals with or without health and care experience join our Royal Surrey family in a fast paced, multidisciplinary hospital environment, with opportunities across our sites.
No experience? No problem. We'll teach you everything you need to know. To us, it's more important that you're a caring and kind person with a genuine desire to help and support patients and their families. If this sounds like you, then you already have the attributes that make a great healthcare support worker.
Right from the time you join us, you'll have access to learning, development and training opportunities. As you progress in your NHS career you'll acquire the knowledge, skills and confidence you need to provide safe and compassionate patient care.
Here at the Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust, we take pride in being a leading provider of NHS services in Surrey, committed to delivering high-quality patient care and supporting our staff to fulfil their true potential and ensuring patients receive expert, responsive care across a broad range of specialist services.
Please note this is a rolling advert, so you may be invited in for assessment/interview, as and when the managers require candidates.
Please note this role does not meet the UKVI requirements for sponsorship.
Shift patterns include long days and night shifts on a 24/7, 365-day basis, including
We're looking for individuals with or without health and care experience join our Royal Surrey family in a fast paced, multidisciplinary hospital environment, with opportunities across our sites.
No experience? No problem. We'll teach you everything you need to know. To us, it's more important that you're a caring and kind person with a genuine desire to help and support patients and their families. If this sounds like you, then you already have the attributes that make a great healthcare support worker.
Right from the time you join us, you'll have access to learning, development and training opportunities. As you progress in your NHS career you'll acquire the knowledge, skills and confidence you need to provide safe and compassionate patient care.
Here at the Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust, we take pride in being a leading provider of NHS services in Surrey, committed to delivering high-quality patient care and supporting our staff to fulfil their true potential and ensuring patients receive expert, responsive care across a broad range of specialist services.
Please note this is a rolling advert, so you may be invited in for assessment/interview, as and when the managers require candidates.
Please note this role does not meet the UKVI requirements for sponsorship.
Shift patterns include long days and night shifts on a 24/7, 365-day basis, including
This advertiser has chosen not to accept applicants from your region.
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Healthcare Support Worker
GU1 Guildford, South East
Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust
Posted 1 day ago
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Job summary
We're looking for individuals with or without health and care experience join our Royal Surrey family in a fast paced, multidisciplinary hospital environment, with opportunities in:
o Aging and Healtho Stroke Serviceso Accident and Emergencyo Same Day Emergency Careo Cardiologyo Gastroenterologyo Respiratory Services
No experience? No problem. We'll teach you everything you need to know. To us, it's more important that you're a caring and kind person with a genuine desire to help and support patients and their families. If this sounds like you, then you already have the attributes that make a great healthcare support worker.
Please note we will send out a values assessment, once your application has been received, and this must be completed by 4pm on 15th September 2025. If you do not complete this successfully, or do not return it, your application will not be considered.
Please note this role does not meet the UKVI requirements for sponsorship.
Shift patterns include long days and night shifts on a 24/7, 365-day basis, including
We're looking for individuals with or without health and care experience join our Royal Surrey family in a fast paced, multidisciplinary hospital environment, with opportunities in:
o Aging and Healtho Stroke Serviceso Accident and Emergencyo Same Day Emergency Careo Cardiologyo Gastroenterologyo Respiratory Services
No experience? No problem. We'll teach you everything you need to know. To us, it's more important that you're a caring and kind person with a genuine desire to help and support patients and their families. If this sounds like you, then you already have the attributes that make a great healthcare support worker.
Please note we will send out a values assessment, once your application has been received, and this must be completed by 4pm on 15th September 2025. If you do not complete this successfully, or do not return it, your application will not be considered.
Please note this role does not meet the UKVI requirements for sponsorship.
Shift patterns include long days and night shifts on a 24/7, 365-day basis, including
This advertiser has chosen not to accept applicants from your region.
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Healthcare Support Worker
Kilmarnock
Nhs Scotland
Posted 1 day ago
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NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.
Who we are:
NHS Ayrshire and Arran is one of 14 territorial NHS Boards within NHS Scotland.
In support of our core purpose of Working together to achieve the healthiest life possible for everyone in Ayrshire and Arran we are committed to a culture that is Caring Safe and Respectful. You will be required to work collaboratively in a safe, caring and respectful way.
To find out more about NHS Ayrshire and Arran please visit our website - NHS Ayrshire & Arran - Home (nhsaaa.net)
Position:
A fantastic opportunity has arisen to join the team within Ayrshire Maternity Unit as a Band 3 Healthcare Assistants.
What you will do:
Band 3 staff are pivotal for the smooth day to day running of Maternity Services. The support to all staff and service users that they provide is vital.
There are numerous opportunities to work within the multi-disciplinary environment across all departments including Maternity Theatre, Intrapartum, Inpatient ward and Maternity Assessment Unit.
For further information on the role please click the link below to view the job description
Knowledge, training and/or experience required to do the job:
You will assist and support in the provision of a comprehensive maternity care service by providing assistance to the midwives, nurses and ODP's to deliver care to women and babies throughout their time at AMU.
In addition to the delivery of direct service user care, the Band 3 Healthcare assistants ensure that stock levels of all supplies are maintained and performs housekeeping duties, to support the smooth running of the clinical area. This includes ensuring that effective infection control policies and procedures are adhered to by all staff, women, partners and visitors.
Their role in undertaking the decontamination of furnishings and equipment used in all clinical areas is pivotal to the smooth, safe and effective delivery of all services.
For further information on the requirements for the role please click the link below to view the person specification
Hours: Various Hours
Informal inquires to -
Patricia Tennant, Senior Charge Midwife, Maternity Inpatient Ward
Julie Lamberth, Senior Charge Nurse Maternity Theatres
Driving Licence/Car Ownership:
Yes
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR CANDIDATES
You should apply for this post by completing the application process on JobTrain.
DO NOT upload a CV as this will not be used for shortlisting purposes.
Posts close at midnight on the indicated date. Late applications will not be accepted.
For help to complete an application on JobTrain, please follow this link: view our accessibility statement, please follow this link: note that our correspondence method is by email, therefore please ensure you enter your email address accurately.
Please check your email regularly (including junk folders) and also your JobTrain
Who we are:
NHS Ayrshire and Arran is one of 14 territorial NHS Boards within NHS Scotland.
In support of our core purpose of Working together to achieve the healthiest life possible for everyone in Ayrshire and Arran we are committed to a culture that is Caring Safe and Respectful. You will be required to work collaboratively in a safe, caring and respectful way.
To find out more about NHS Ayrshire and Arran please visit our website - NHS Ayrshire & Arran - Home (nhsaaa.net)
Position:
A fantastic opportunity has arisen to join the team within Ayrshire Maternity Unit as a Band 3 Healthcare Assistants.
What you will do:
Band 3 staff are pivotal for the smooth day to day running of Maternity Services. The support to all staff and service users that they provide is vital.
There are numerous opportunities to work within the multi-disciplinary environment across all departments including Maternity Theatre, Intrapartum, Inpatient ward and Maternity Assessment Unit.
For further information on the role please click the link below to view the job description
Knowledge, training and/or experience required to do the job:
You will assist and support in the provision of a comprehensive maternity care service by providing assistance to the midwives, nurses and ODP's to deliver care to women and babies throughout their time at AMU.
In addition to the delivery of direct service user care, the Band 3 Healthcare assistants ensure that stock levels of all supplies are maintained and performs housekeeping duties, to support the smooth running of the clinical area. This includes ensuring that effective infection control policies and procedures are adhered to by all staff, women, partners and visitors.
Their role in undertaking the decontamination of furnishings and equipment used in all clinical areas is pivotal to the smooth, safe and effective delivery of all services.
For further information on the requirements for the role please click the link below to view the person specification
Hours: Various Hours
Informal inquires to -
Patricia Tennant, Senior Charge Midwife, Maternity Inpatient Ward
Julie Lamberth, Senior Charge Nurse Maternity Theatres
Driving Licence/Car Ownership:
Yes
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR CANDIDATES
You should apply for this post by completing the application process on JobTrain.
DO NOT upload a CV as this will not be used for shortlisting purposes.
Posts close at midnight on the indicated date. Late applications will not be accepted.
For help to complete an application on JobTrain, please follow this link: view our accessibility statement, please follow this link: note that our correspondence method is by email, therefore please ensure you enter your email address accurately.
Please check your email regularly (including junk folders) and also your JobTrain
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Healthcare Support Worker
Torquay
Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust
Posted 1 day ago
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Job summary
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of cancer patients ?
As a Healthcare Support Worker, you will play a crucial role in delivering compassionate, patient-centred care. Based on the Ricky Grant Day Unit and Turner Ward, you'll be at the heart of providing essential nursing support, clinical interventions, and emotional care to patients undergoing cancer treatment. Whether assisting with personal care, performing vital clinical tasks like venepuncture and ECGs, or advocating for patient safety and wellbeing, you'll contribute meaningfully to the patient journey.
We're looking for individuals with a caring nature, strong communication skills, and a commitment to excellence. If you're flexible, eager to learn new skills, and thrive in a fast-paced yet supportive environment, this role is for you. In return, you'll join a team that's as passionate about your growth as they are about patient care, with access to robust training, career development opportunities, and the chance to make a real impact in a rewarding specialty. Take the next step in your healthcare career with uswhere your dedication truly changes lives.
Main duties of the job
About us
You will be working with a friendly and dynamic team in a fast-paced environment supporting patients on the Ricky Grant Day Unit and Turner Ward.
Turner Ward
Turner ward provides the in-patient base for cancer medicine. It is an 18-bedded ward, shared with our Haematology colleagues and has one four bedded bay, three two bedded bays and seven side rooms. The ward is staffed by highly skilled specialist staff including dedicated dieticians, occupational therapists and palliative care. The junior medical team on Turner Ward consists of 1 Core Medical Trainee, 1 GPST, 1 F2, 1 F1. The junior medical team also assist in covering the oncology day unit alongside the SpRs and oncology speciality doctors (SAS).
Ricky Grant Day Unit
Ricky Grant Day Unit (RGDU) is located next to Turner Ward and provides out-patient systemic anti-cancer treatment (SACT) alongside a dedicated PICC line service and paracentesis clinic. It also hosts the 24-hour telephone triage support line for patients on SACT, and a dedicated chemotherapy CNS team provide oral SACT clinics with home delivery. The trust uses the electronic SACT prescribing system ChemoCARE and the department is supported by a dedicated oncology pharmacist team with its own aseptic suite for the preparation of cytotoxics.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the full detailed job description and main responsibilities please see the attached job description.
Job description
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For the full detailed job description and main responsibilities please see the attached job description.
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Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details
Employer name
Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Torbay hospital
Lowes Bridge
Torquay
TQ2 7AA
Employer's website
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of cancer patients ?
As a Healthcare Support Worker, you will play a crucial role in delivering compassionate, patient-centred care. Based on the Ricky Grant Day Unit and Turner Ward, you'll be at the heart of providing essential nursing support, clinical interventions, and emotional care to patients undergoing cancer treatment. Whether assisting with personal care, performing vital clinical tasks like venepuncture and ECGs, or advocating for patient safety and wellbeing, you'll contribute meaningfully to the patient journey.
We're looking for individuals with a caring nature, strong communication skills, and a commitment to excellence. If you're flexible, eager to learn new skills, and thrive in a fast-paced yet supportive environment, this role is for you. In return, you'll join a team that's as passionate about your growth as they are about patient care, with access to robust training, career development opportunities, and the chance to make a real impact in a rewarding specialty. Take the next step in your healthcare career with uswhere your dedication truly changes lives.
Main duties of the job
- Provide patient-centered care in line with Trust policies, including personal care (e.g., washing, dressing, toileting) while promoting independence. Use effective communication skills to overcome barriers, offering reassurance, empathy, and persuasion.
- Undertake training to perform clinical interventions (e.g., observations, venepuncture, ECGs, cannula insertion/removal, urinalysis) and remain competent in these skills. Assess patients' conditions using tools like NEWS2, pain assessments, and escalate concerns appropriately.
- Work independently or within a team, prioritizing patient needs, and demonstrate accurate use of equipment for interventions. Support patients at risk (e.g., falls, pressure damage) by following care plans and escalating changes in condition. Promote mobility, independence, and mental stimulation through appropriate activities.
- Ensure adherence to Trust policies and maintain accurate documentation (e.g., care plans, observations, fluid/food charts). Assist with nutrition by supporting mealtimes and recording intake. Act as an advocate for patient safety, safeguarding from harm, and reporting concerns or incidents through the Trust's system.
- Provide guidance to less experienced staff, ensuring safe practices, maintaining clinical environments, and performing quality control checks to uphold standards. Demonstrate Trust values and a professional approach in all aspects of care.
About us
You will be working with a friendly and dynamic team in a fast-paced environment supporting patients on the Ricky Grant Day Unit and Turner Ward.
Turner Ward
Turner ward provides the in-patient base for cancer medicine. It is an 18-bedded ward, shared with our Haematology colleagues and has one four bedded bay, three two bedded bays and seven side rooms. The ward is staffed by highly skilled specialist staff including dedicated dieticians, occupational therapists and palliative care. The junior medical team on Turner Ward consists of 1 Core Medical Trainee, 1 GPST, 1 F2, 1 F1. The junior medical team also assist in covering the oncology day unit alongside the SpRs and oncology speciality doctors (SAS).
Ricky Grant Day Unit
Ricky Grant Day Unit (RGDU) is located next to Turner Ward and provides out-patient systemic anti-cancer treatment (SACT) alongside a dedicated PICC line service and paracentesis clinic. It also hosts the 24-hour telephone triage support line for patients on SACT, and a dedicated chemotherapy CNS team provide oral SACT clinics with home delivery. The trust uses the electronic SACT prescribing system ChemoCARE and the department is supported by a dedicated oncology pharmacist team with its own aseptic suite for the preparation of cytotoxics.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the full detailed job description and main responsibilities please see the attached job description.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the full detailed job description and main responsibilities please see the attached job description.
Person Specification
Qualifications and training
Essential
- NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care or equivalent qualification/experience
- Care certificate
- English & Mathematics at GSCE grade A-C (9-4) or level 2 functional skills
Essential
- Previous experience in a care environment or able to demonstrate a caring nature/ life experience
- Understands the need for strict confidentiality
- Working knowledge of complex care needs of some individuals/families including Safeguarding Children & Adults, Domestic Abuse and Mental Health
Essential
- Basic computer/keyboard skills
- Good interpersonal and communication skills, ability to adapt communication style
- Record keeping competency in handwritten and electronic records
- To be flexible, adaptable, reliable and punctual
- Fine motor skills - for venepuncture, phlebotomy and other clinical tasks
- Healthcare competencies appropriate to area of work
Person Specification
Qualifications and training
Essential
- NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care or equivalent qualification/experience
- Care certificate
- English & Mathematics at GSCE grade A-C (9-4) or level 2 functional skills
Essential
- Previous experience in a care environment or able to demonstrate a caring nature/ life experience
- Understands the need for strict confidentiality
- Working knowledge of complex care needs of some individuals/families including Safeguarding Children & Adults, Domestic Abuse and Mental Health
Essential
- Basic computer/keyboard skills
- Good interpersonal and communication skills, ability to adapt communication style
- Record keeping competency in handwritten and electronic records
- To be flexible, adaptable, reliable and punctual
- Fine motor skills - for venepuncture, phlebotomy and other clinical tasks
- Healthcare competencies appropriate to area of work
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details
Employer name
Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Torbay hospital
Lowes Bridge
Torquay
TQ2 7AA
Employer's website
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Healthcare Support Worker
Glasgow, Scotland
Nhs Scotland
Posted 1 day ago
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NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is one of the largest healthcare systems in the UK employing around 40,000 staff in a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and job roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health care services to a population of over 1.15 million and a wider population of 2.2 million when our regional and national services are included.
We have an exciting opportunity within Specialist Children Services for a Band 3 HCSW Additional Support for Learning Schools to join our team. This is a permanent post 18hrs/week, pro rata, Term Time. Hours to be worked over 3 days, these days are negotiable with the successful candidate.
Your goal is to provide an accessible, appropriate, culturally sensitive, safe, person centred and effective service for children, young people and families in the community, by working in partnership with service users, care providers and other agencies.
Driving Licence is essential. Previous experience of working with Children and Young People in a community setting is desirable but not essential. Excellent communication skills and a working knowledge of IT such as Word are essential. SVQ Level 111 desirable in a relevant setting.
NHS Greater Glasgow & Clyde is one of the largest healthcare systems in the UK employing around 40.000 staff in a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and job roles.
Informal contact: Elinda McClement, Angela hall ( , )
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde- NHS Scotland encourages applications from all sections of the community. We promote a culture of inclusion across the organisation and are proud of the diverse workforce we have.
By signing the Armed Forces Covenant , NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer. We support applications from across the Armed Forces Community, recognising military skills, experience and qualifications during the recruitment and selection process.
Candidates should provide original and authentic responses to all questions within the application form. The use of artificial intelligence (AI) , automated tools, or other third-party assistance to generate, draft, or significantly modify responses is strongly discouraged. By submitting your application, you confirm that all answers are your own work, reflect your personal knowledge, skills and experience, and have not been solely produced or altered by AI or similar technologies. Failure to comply with this requirement may result in your application being withdrawn from the application process.
For application portal/log-in issues, please contact Jobtrain support hub in the first instance.
We have an exciting opportunity within Specialist Children Services for a Band 3 HCSW Additional Support for Learning Schools to join our team. This is a permanent post 18hrs/week, pro rata, Term Time. Hours to be worked over 3 days, these days are negotiable with the successful candidate.
Your goal is to provide an accessible, appropriate, culturally sensitive, safe, person centred and effective service for children, young people and families in the community, by working in partnership with service users, care providers and other agencies.
Driving Licence is essential. Previous experience of working with Children and Young People in a community setting is desirable but not essential. Excellent communication skills and a working knowledge of IT such as Word are essential. SVQ Level 111 desirable in a relevant setting.
NHS Greater Glasgow & Clyde is one of the largest healthcare systems in the UK employing around 40.000 staff in a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and job roles.
Informal contact: Elinda McClement, Angela hall ( , )
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde- NHS Scotland encourages applications from all sections of the community. We promote a culture of inclusion across the organisation and are proud of the diverse workforce we have.
By signing the Armed Forces Covenant , NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer. We support applications from across the Armed Forces Community, recognising military skills, experience and qualifications during the recruitment and selection process.
Candidates should provide original and authentic responses to all questions within the application form. The use of artificial intelligence (AI) , automated tools, or other third-party assistance to generate, draft, or significantly modify responses is strongly discouraged. By submitting your application, you confirm that all answers are your own work, reflect your personal knowledge, skills and experience, and have not been solely produced or altered by AI or similar technologies. Failure to comply with this requirement may result in your application being withdrawn from the application process.
For application portal/log-in issues, please contact Jobtrain support hub in the first instance.
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Healthcare Support Worker
Stoke-on-trent
North Staffordshire Combined Healthcare Trust
Posted 1 day ago
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Band 3 HCSW - Full time - Permanent
Please note - due to current Immigration rules and regulations, this post is not eligible for sponsorship.
The post holder will be based within our established South Stoke Community CAMHS Team and will support the team in delivering on timely assessment and evidenced based intervention. This post will be to support interventions with children, young people and a families and will also have a role in undertaking some administration duties to support the teams.
To provide support and spend therapeutic time with an allocated group of children, young people and families.
To promote and support the physical health, comfort, wellbeing and recovery of children, young people and families, and to assist them in the recovery of their difficulties.
To assist Registered Professionals in assessments and care planning/ implementation and evaluation of individualised care plans.
Providing routine advice on areas of knowledge/expertise, in a manner relevant to the audience and topic area (i.e. patients, carers, complexity)
Liaison with partner services and organisations
Preparation/completion of routine documents, including letters, reports, presentations and forms e.g. photocopying, filing
Main duties of the job
1.Communicates with children, young people and families, all members of the multi-disciplinary team and staff in external agencies using a variety of methods including Information Technology.
2.Regularly reports and effectively communicates the health status and care aims of children, young people and families in care records and verbal reports to Registered Health Professional staff members and other members of the multi-disciplinary team.
3.Relates appropriately with children and young people, carers, colleagues and others - at all times maintaining professional boundaries.
4.At all times ensures that own actions, support the equality, diversity, rights and responsibilities of individuals.
5.Identifies, minimizes and reports risks of danger, harm and abuse to senior colleagues.
6.At all times minimizes risks to self and others by undertaking safe working practices.
7.At all times works within agreed and established Trust policy and operational procedures.
8.Works with other Trust services to promote seamless service-user person centred care from referral/admission, to
Band 3 HCSW - Full time - Permanent
Please note - due to current Immigration rules and regulations, this post is not eligible for sponsorship.
The post holder will be based within our established South Stoke Community CAMHS Team and will support the team in delivering on timely assessment and evidenced based intervention. This post will be to support interventions with children, young people and a families and will also have a role in undertaking some administration duties to support the teams.
To provide support and spend therapeutic time with an allocated group of children, young people and families.
To promote and support the physical health, comfort, wellbeing and recovery of children, young people and families, and to assist them in the recovery of their difficulties.
To assist Registered Professionals in assessments and care planning/ implementation and evaluation of individualised care plans.
Providing routine advice on areas of knowledge/expertise, in a manner relevant to the audience and topic area (i.e. patients, carers, complexity)
Liaison with partner services and organisations
Preparation/completion of routine documents, including letters, reports, presentations and forms e.g. photocopying, filing
Main duties of the job
1.Communicates with children, young people and families, all members of the multi-disciplinary team and staff in external agencies using a variety of methods including Information Technology.
2.Regularly reports and effectively communicates the health status and care aims of children, young people and families in care records and verbal reports to Registered Health Professional staff members and other members of the multi-disciplinary team.
3.Relates appropriately with children and young people, carers, colleagues and others - at all times maintaining professional boundaries.
4.At all times ensures that own actions, support the equality, diversity, rights and responsibilities of individuals.
5.Identifies, minimizes and reports risks of danger, harm and abuse to senior colleagues.
6.At all times minimizes risks to self and others by undertaking safe working practices.
7.At all times works within agreed and established Trust policy and operational procedures.
8.Works with other Trust services to promote seamless service-user person centred care from referral/admission, to
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