Health Care Support Worker

Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust; Bradford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Bradford is seeking compassionate individuals to join their Dementia Assessment Unit. This opportunity involves supporting older adults living with dementia by assisting with personal care, providing clinical support, and ensuring dignified end-of-life care. Successful candidates will engage with patients and families while collaborating with a dedicated team. The role offers various health and wellbeing support and development opportunities, making it a rewarding career choice.

Benefits

Increased mileage rates for > 3500

Health and wellbeing support packages

Development and learning opportunities

Qualifications

• Motivated and compassionate individuals needed for patient care.
• Experience in personal care, communication, and teamwork is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Assist with personal care, hygiene, and mobility.
• Provide clinical support and maintain patient safety.
• Support end-of-life care with dignity and respect.
• Assist with admissions, transfers, and discharges.
• Engage in effective communication and documentation.
• Collaborate with team and promote patient engagement.
• Report concerns and maintain safety across wards.

Job description

Overview

We are seeking caring, motivated and compassionate individuals to join our Dementia Assessment Unit within the Specialist Older People's Inpatient Services. This is a rewarding opportunity to support older adults living with dementia who require specialist assessment, therapeutic input, and person‑centred care.

Responsibilities

• Personal Care: Assist with hygiene, mobility, nutrition, hydration, and emotional wellbeing while promoting dignity and independence.
• Clinical Support: Help with observations, monitor wellbeing, report changes, support emergencies and therapeutic interventions, and maintain a calm, safe environment.
• End‑of‑Life Care: Provide dignified support, work with families and the team to ensure comfort and respect.
• Admissions & Discharges: Assist with admissions, transfers, discharges, and accurate documentation.
• Communication & Documentation: Engage with patients, families, and colleagues professionally; record information promptly.
• Teamwork & Patient Engagement: Collaborate with staff, support activities and therapeutic sessions, encourage engagement.
• Safety & Flexibility: Promote safety, follow safeguarding policies, report concerns, and work across wards as needed.

Company Values

• We Care – We act with respect and empathy, and always value difference.
• We Listen – We understand people's views and respond to their individual needs.
• We Deliver – We develop and provide excellent services and support our partners.

Benefits

• Increase mileage rates for > 3500.
• A wide range of health and wellbeing support packages.
• A range of internal and external development and learning opportunities.

EEO Statement

We welcome people from all backgrounds and in particular Bradford District Care Trust is keen to reflect the population we serve, we are currently underrepresented in terms of black and minority ethnic staff. Applications are encouraged from these groups, but it must be stressed that selection will be solely on merit and in accordance with the Trust recruitment policy.

Right to Work & Sponsorship

This position is not eligible for sponsorship set by the Home Office and the skilled worker visa occupation list. If you are currently a visa holder and your visa status expires, we may be required to terminate your employment in compliance with immigration regulations. Please note that the Trust reserves the right to close the vacancy before the closing date if a sufficient number of applications are received. It is in the candidate's best interest to apply as soon as possible.