Health Care Support Worker

NHS National Services Scotland; Lerwick; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Scotland seeks a Healthcare Support Worker for Ward 1, focusing on patient-centered care in a surgical unit. Candidates should have experience in caring environments and effective communication skills. Full and part-time hours are available, with a competitive salary and opportunities for skill development.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a caring environment.
• Interest in developing skills in preventing healthcare-associated infections.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient-centered care in a busy surgical unit.
• Comply with Induction Standards and Code of Conduct.

Skills

Effective Communication

Numeracy

Job description

Healthcare Support Worker - Ward 1 (Surgical)/ HDU (Ref: 214577)

Substantive

Full and Part Time hours available

Band 3 - Salary Range - £26,869 - £26,998 per annum (pro rata)

Plus Distant Islands Allowance of £2,380 per annum (pro rata)

Are you a Healthcare Support Worker or Nursing/Care Assistant looking for a new challenge and development opportunity? Ward 1 / HDU / DSU is a busy surgical unit that admits both adults and children requiring surgery, whether planned or emergency. We aim to provide patient-centered care with a holistic approach, maintaining high standards in a challenging yet rewarding environment. You will learn new skills and help deliver excellent patient care.

You should have experience working in a caring environment, effective communication skills, numeracy, and an interest in developing skills in preventing healthcare-associated infections (HAI) and managing local stores.

You will be expected to comply with the Induction Standards and Code of Conduct for Healthcare Support Workers within 3 months of starting – details are available at http://www.hcswtoolkit.nes.scot.nhs.uk/resources/hcsw-standards-and-codes/.

For an informal discussion or to visit Ward One, please contact Sheila Umphray or Helen Phillips at 01595 743359 or 01595 743035.

Closing date: 25^th May 2025

Interviews: w/c 2nd June 2025

Please note: This is a local advertisement; no relocation or interview expenses are provided.

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