Care Support Worker

NHS; Guildford; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare staffing organization is seeking a Senior Healthcare Assistant for Woking Community Hospital. This role provides flexible shifts in a community setting, supporting multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality care. Ideal candidates will have a minimum of 6 months of experience in a community environment and must possess a Care Certificate or vocational level 2. The position offers opportunities for professional development, making a meaningful impact on patients' lives.

Benefits

Access to weekly pay

NHS discount provider

Flexible work options

Training and development programs

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 months experience in a community environment within the last 2 years.
• Experience within a UK private hospital or NHS trust.
• At least 2 years experience as a care support worker is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality direct clinical care to patients.
• Assess and monitor patient conditions and arrange diagnostic tests.
• Recognise deterioration in patients’ conditions and take appropriate action.

Skills

Direct patient care

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Analytical ability

Education

Care certificate or Vocational level 2

Job description

Job summary

By joining us you can look forward to a choice of flexible Bank shifts across any of our client Trusts in England, as well as the ability to develop professionally and gain experience in several wards or areas.

The Senior Healthcare Assistant role will support the Multi‑Disciplinary Teams (MDT) on the ward to provide safe, effective care, facilitating patients to reach their optimum level of independence. This includes the undertaking of extended tasks, providing direct patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN).

The Senior Healthcare Assistant will work across a seven‑day week in a long‑day shift pattern, promoting a consistent approach to the care and rehabilitation of patients by all staff.

Main duties of the job

To be part of the ward MDT and assist in the implementation of specific treatment programmes or interventions as delegated by qualified therapy and nursing staff.

• Deliver high‑quality direct clinical care to patients, working in close liaison with qualified staff on the ward.
• Maintain a consistent rehabilitation approach to patients as determined by assessed needs and support other clinical team members to do likewise.
• Advise and supply ward patients with simple mobility aids (e.g., walking sticks, Zimmer frames) within scope of practice and personal competency.
• Assist in the induction of new Healthcare Assistants within the ward.

About us

We specialise in putting people in places to care. Every year we help thousands of dedicated candidates and highly skilled NHS workers enjoy better career opportunities, access to more shifts and a healthier work‑life balance, giving more choice and control to our members.

As an equal‑opportunity organisation, NHS Professionals is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective Bank members and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender reassignment, or marriage and civil partnership. We strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a range of backgrounds to apply.

Job details

Job Title: Senior Healthcare Assistant, Woking Community Hospital

Trust: Central Surrey Health

Location: Woking Community Hospital, Alexandra Ward

Pay range: £14.28 – £19.04 per hour

Shift patterns: Flexible

Responsible to: Ward Matron

Why this role may interest you

This flexible role offers a blend of professional fulfilment and adaptable scheduling, allowing you to provide vital healthcare services within the community, making a significant impact on patients’ lives while balancing personal commitments. Working in diverse community settings offers opportunities for skill development, autonomy and meaningful interactions with patients from various backgrounds.

Key responsibilities

• Assess and monitor patient conditions and arrange diagnostic tests.
• Recognise deterioration in patients’ physical or mental condition and take appropriate action/escalation.
• Respond to and manage emergency situations.
• Display excellent analytical ability and sound decision‑making in changing clinical situations.
• Recognise limits and appropriately escalated concerns.

What you’ll need

A minimum of 6 months experience in a community environment within the last 2 years. Depending on the Trust, additional certification and skills may be required. Experience must be within a UK private hospital or NHS trust.

Benefits we can offer you

• Access to weekly pay.
• Blue‑Light Card NHS discount provider.
• First choice of shifts/placements at the Trust of your choice over agencies.
• Support line available at any time.
• Flexible work options – you can choose the shifts you want or a fixed‑term placement.
• Training and development through the Trust and NHS Professionals Academy.
• Access to member activities (e.g., member of the month, webinars).

Person Specification – Qualifications Essential

• Care certificate or Vocational level 2.

Person Specification – Desirable

• At least 2 years experience as a care support worker, working in a hospital or any NHS trust in the UK.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A submission will be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration.

Employer details

Employer name: NHS Professionals Ltd.

Address: Royal Surrey County Hospital, Egerton Road, Guildford, Surrey, GU2 7XX.