Health Care Support Worker - Apprenticeship Opportunity

NHS; Rotherham; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Rotherham is seeking a Health care support worker to assist in a multidisciplinary team within an inpatient mental health unit. This role includes providing care to patients and offers an opportunity to complete a Level 3 apprenticeship. The ideal candidate will have experience in a clinical setting and a strong desire to care for others. This position is full-time with a salary range of £24,937 to £26,598 per year.

Qualifications

• Keen interest in caring for patients.
• Experience in a clinical setting.
• Ability to work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with physical and psychological needs.
• Carry out therapeutic programs under supervision.
• Monitor and report on patients' conditions.

Skills

Caring for others

Teamwork

Confidentiality

Education

English and Maths at level 2

NVQ Level 2 in a related subject

Willingness to undertake NVQ Level 3

Job description

Job Summary

Health care support worker working within the multi disciplinary team providing care for adults of working age within an inpatient mental health unit.

If you don't already have a Level 3 qualification or equivalent experience in a relevant subject, RDaSH are offering this post alongside the opportunity for you to complete a Level 3 apprenticeship qualification relevant to your role.

As an apprentice within RDaSH you will be given the opportunity to gain experience, learn work-related skills and obtain all the tools needed to thrive. An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. Around 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying. This leads to a nationally recognised qualification. Whether you already work for us or are joining the Trust and NHS for the first time, apprenticeships can help you to develop the skills, knowledge and know-how in order to embark on a successful and fulfilling career within the health service.

Main duties of the job

• Undertake agreed activities as delegated by a registered nurse, with patients / service users under the direct / indirect supervision of the qualified staff.
• Provide care for patients' physical and psychological needs, taking into account personal preferences and choices ensuring that a high standard of patient care is achieved.
• Assist the relevant professionals during assessment / treatment / intervention where required, carrying out therapeutic and recreational programs under the direction of a Registered Nurse.
• Carry out simple nursing procedures as instructed at the discretion of Registered Nurses, reporting on and recording findings, (e.g. blood pressure, temperature, pulse and respiration rate, maintaining fluid balance charts, diet charts, testing urine, weighing patients) whilst demonstrating the ability to recognise abnormalities and report to the nursing members of the team.
• Observe and provide feedback of current patient's status and presentation to appropriate members of the multi-disciplinary team.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living that they cannot achieve alone, seeking advice from and reporting to Registered Nurses as required.
• When required, visiting patients in the community with identified tasks as part of their care.
• At the discretion of Registered Nurses, escorting patients between departments and on therapeutic outings.

About Us

Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) employ around 4000 colleagues who are valued and respected. We have a wide portfolio including mental health, physical health, learning disability and drug and alcohol services. We are committed to the development of our people and hold a learning half day every month for our colleagues. We strive to attract and select the right colleagues for our organisation and provide first-class care aligned with our vision and values. Our strategy is available here: https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/documents/clinical-and-organisational-strategy-2023-to-2028/

For more about working for RDaSH and the benefits we offer, visit: https://workwithrdash.co.uk/

We are committed to inclusive cultures. You can learn more about our allyship initiatives here: https://youtu.be/WMJSkLoTk4Q

Details

Date posted: 19 September 2025

Pay scheme: Agenda for change

Band: Band 3

Salary: £24,937 to £26,598 per year

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number: 376-RCGAO-0649-A

Job locations: The Woodlands, Oakwood Hall Drive, Rotherham, S60 2UD

Job Description

Job responsibilities: Please view the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the role. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if there are a high amount of applications.

Qualifications

Essential

• English and Maths at level 2 or equivalent (GCSE 9-4 or A*- C or functional skills level 2)
• NVQ Level 2 in a related subject
• NVQ Level 3 in related subject or willingness to undertake a relevant Level 3 Apprenticeship

Experience

Essential

• Demonstrate a keen interest in caring for others
• Previous experience of caring for patients in a clinical setting
• Previous experience of working as part of a team

• Desirable: Previous experience of supervision of staff

Knowledge

Essential

• Understand importance of maintaining confidentiality

Disclosures

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and a Disclosure to the DBS will be required to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website. From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants must present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided in for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Guidance can be found here: Criminal records checks for overseas applicants.

Employer details

Employer: Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHSFT

Address: The Woodlands, Oakwood Hall Drive, Rotherham, S60 2UD

Employer's website: https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/