Apprentice Senior Healthcare Support Worker

NHS; Bristol; On-site; GBP 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Bristol is seeking Apprenticeship Healthcare Support Workers. The role involves providing direct patient care and supports gaining a Level 3 qualification in Senior Healthcare Support. Essential responsibilities include assisting with daily tasks, monitoring health, and documentation. Applicants must have Level 2 Functional Skills in Maths and English. The position offers full-time and part-time options with a competitive salary of £24,465 annually. Ideal for those starting their healthcare career in a reputable environment.

Qualifications

• Level 2 Functional Skills in Maths and English.
• Willing to complete Level 3 Diploma in Healthcare Support.
• Experience in a care role is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Assist with direct patient care, maintaining privacy and dignity.
• Work alongside Registered Nurse to provide nursing care.
• Monitor patients and perform basic health checks.

Skills

Teamwork

Time management

Effective communication

Basic IT skills

Education

GCSE grade A-C in English

GCSE grade A-C in Maths

Level 3 qualification in Health and Social Care

Job description

Job Summary

Are you looking to gain a prestigious Healthcare qualification whilst working?

Why not join our Respiratory Ward 28A at North Bristol NHS Trust and start your healthcare career journey as an Apprenticeship Healthcare Support Worker!

The Apprentice Senior Healthcare Support Worker is a core member of the team delivering direct care to patients and supporting registered practitioners to deliver high‑quality, compassionate health care to people in accordance with assessed needs and a care plan.

This apprenticeship position is a Band 2 to Band 3 development role for candidates who have Level 2 Functional Skills (Maths & English) and wish to begin an apprenticeship to gain a Level 3 Qualification in Senior Healthcare Support.

Eligibility

• Have been resident in the UK for three years prior to commencing the apprenticeship (as per the ESFA)
• Be in possession of a visa or right to work covering the length of the apprenticeship programme
• Have Level 2 Functional Skills (Maths & English)
• Not already hold a level 3 qualification in Health and Social Care

Experience in a care role would be an advantage but not essential.

Unfortunately we are not able to offer sponsorship on this position.

Main Duties

As a Healthcare Support Worker you will be involved with direct patient care whilst maintaining the privacy and dignity of patients. You will be working alongside a Registered Nurse to provide essential nursing care and helping your patients with daily living tasks such as:

• Helping patients feel comfortable and move around
• Monitoring patients and performing basic health checks
• Washing, dressing patients and helping them go to the toilet
• Serving meals and helping to feed patients
• Documenting care provided to a high standard

Once progressed into a Senior HCW (Band 3) role, you will carry out a range of clinical duties with minimal/ no supervision, including for example: blood pressure monitoring, oxygen saturation levels, body temperature, pulse rate and respiration rate, glucose monitoring, collection and testing of urine samples / faecal samples / sputum samples and wound swabs ensuring delivery of high‑quality patient care at all times. NB: this list is not exhaustive and will vary depending on area of work.

Training and Qualification

This apprenticeship training position will allow you to develop knowledge and skills specific to your needs and your working area. As well as achieving a Level 3 Healthcare qualification, during your programme you will also be supported to obtain your Care Certificate, if not previously completed.

Qualifications and Training

• GCSE grade A‑C (grade 4 and above) or equivalent in English
• GCSE grade A‑C (grade 4 and above) or equivalent in Maths
• Level 3 qualification in Health and Social Care (preferred)

Desirable

• City and Guilds Level 3, NVQ / RQF Level 3, BTEC National Diploma, or equivalent in Healthcare Support
• Willingness to work towards the completion of the Level 3 Diploma in Healthcare Support (that maps to the Apprenticeship Standard for Senior Health Care Support Worker)

Work Experience and Skills

• Be able to work as a member of a team
• Experience of time management and prioritising work
• Effective and appropriate communication skills both written and verbal
• IT skills, basic word, Email, keyboard skills
• Ability and willingness to undertake appropriate training within given time frames

Employment and Contract

Location: Southmead Hospital, Bristol BS10 5NB

Post Type: Apprenticeship Healthcare Support Worker – Band 2 – £24,465 a year per annum, pro rata for part-time roles.

Contract: Permanent

Working Pattern: Full-time, Part-time

Contact

North Bristol NHS Trust – Southmead Hospital, Bristol BS10 5NB

Employer website: https://www.nbt.nhs.uk