Bank Healthcare Support Worker | York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

York Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in York is seeking skilled staff for flexible bank work. The role involves providing personal care and support to patients across various clinical areas, requiring excellent communication and organizational skills. Previous experience as a care assistant is desirable. This position offers competitive rates and enhanced pay for nights and weekends, making it an excellent opportunity for those looking for flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Competitive rates

Enhanced pay for nights and weekends

Flexible working opportunities

No start-up costs for uniforms and training

Qualifications

• Minimum of six months paid working experience as a Care Assistant or HCA in a care home or hospital setting is desirable.
• Experience must have been completed in the last three years.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and support to patients in line with demand.
• Work flexibly across a range of clinical areas.
• Support the care team and contribute to a positive working environment.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Organisational skills

Experience in a medical or nurse-led service

Job description

Overview

As a Trust, we’re always on the hunt for skilled staff who want to work flexibly. Our in-house bank provides cover for fluctuating workloads, staffing shortfalls or when there is need for extra support. Regular work is not guaranteed, but applicants can give as much or as little availability as they wish. Bank workers are asked to work 45 hours in a rolling 6‑month period to maintain an active bank post.

Benefits

• Competitive rates – bank workers receive an additional 4.96% on top of the standard NHS Agenda for Change (AfC) rates
• Flexible working
• Work within a variety of clinical areas
• Enhanced pay: 41% nights and Saturday, 83% Sundays and Public Holidays
• 12.07% annual leave premium for each shift worked
• You can book your own bank shifts online from the comfort of your own home
• No start‑up costs; the Trust will pay for DBS, uniforms and all required training

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Please note, the selection processes at York & Scarborough Teaching Hospitals are in place to ensure we recruit candidates with the right skills and values. We remain vigilant against candidates who misuse these tools to generate an application that doesn’t accurately reflect their skills. You will be required to acknowledge that you are aware of this before submitting your application.

Responsibilities & Duties

• Provide personal care and support to patients in line with demand.
• Work flexibly across a range of clinical areas.
• Adapt to working in different environments and shift patterns.
• Support the care team and contribute to a positive working environment.
• Demonstrate reliability, flexibility and enthusiasm for the role.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Experience within a medical or nurse‑led service is desirable.
• For the Nurse Bank, a minimum of six months paid working experience as a Care Assistant or HCA in a care home or hospital setting is desirable. A minimum of six months voluntary or unpaid care experience will also be considered.
• Evidence of the required experience must be provided within the application and interview.
• Experience must have been completed in the last three years, and for bank/agency/relief work, evidence of regular work during the period referenced is required.
• For students pursuing a BA Hons in Nursing, contact 01723 385080 to explore the student nurse route.

EEO Statements

Armed Forces Friendly Employer – We are holders of the Gold Award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, supporting SaBRE – Supporting Britain’s Reservists and Employers. We welcome applications from all Defence personnel.

Disability Confident Employer and Mindful Employer – The Trust is committed to meeting the needs of employees and applicants with a disability or mental health condition, offering adjustments to make our application process accessible.

Additional Information

Please note, this vacancy may close earlier than originally advertised due to the volume of applicants. If you are interested in this role, we encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible. For more information please see the job description attached.

This advert closes on Sunday 2 Nov 2025.