Health Care Support Worker - Orthopaedics

NHS National Services Scotland; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NHS Pension Scheme

Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Study bursaries

E-learning and classroom-based courses

Extended learning opportunities

27 days annual leave + holidays

NHS discounts

Job summary

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is seeking a Health Care Support Worker to join the Orthopaedic team at Queen Elizabeth University Hospital. You will deliver high-quality, person-centred care alongside nurses and a multidisciplinary team, supporting daily living activities and contributing to safe patient care.

The role includes 12-hour day and night rotations, a permanent, full-time contract, and opportunities to develop skills through training and development.

Qualifications

• SVQ II qualification or equivalent experience in a relevant setting.
• Experience within a caring, healthcare or support environment is desirable.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills with good literacy and numeracy.
• Ability to work effectively within a busy multidisciplinary team.
• Understanding of person-centred care and professional standards of practice.
• Awareness of health and safety, infection control and confidentiality requirements.
• Commitment to ongoing learning, mandatory training and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality personal care with compassion and dignity
• Support patients with daily living activities including feeding and mobility
• Assist registered nurses in the delivery of safe patient care
• Observe and report changes in patients' conditions promptly
• Maintain accurate patient records and uphold confidentiality standards
• Contribute to stock control, housekeeping and ward organisation
• Work collaboratively with patients, families and the multidisciplinary team

Skills

SVQ II qualification

Healthcare experience

Communication skills

Teamwork

Job description

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the United Kingdom, employing approximately 40,000 staff across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health services to a population of over 1.15 million people, and to a wider population of 2.2 million when regional and national services are included.

The role:

Are you a caring, compassionate individual who is passionate about making a difference to people's lives? NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is looking for a motivated Health Care Support Worker to join our dedicated Orthopaedic team. As part of one of the UK's largest healthcare organisations, you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality, person-centred care to patients throughout their healthcare journey. Working alongside experienced nurses and multidisciplinary colleagues, you will be supported to develop your skills and build a rewarding career within a supportive and inclusive environment. This is an excellent opportunity to join a team committed to delivering exceptional patient care every day.

This role does not meet the eligibility criteria for a Skilled Worker visa or a Heath and Care Worker visa. NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is unable to provide candidates or employees with a Certificate of Sponsorship (COS).

Duration, Location, and Working Pattern:

• Queen Elizabeth University Hospital
• 12-hour shifts on a day and night rotation
• Permanent, full-time

Key responsibilities:

• Deliver high-quality personal care with compassion and dignity
• Support patients with daily living activities including feeding and mobility
• Assist registered nurses in the delivery of safe patient care
• Observe and report changes in patients' conditions promptly
• Maintain accurate patient records and uphold confidentiality standards
• Contribute to stock control, housekeeping and ward organisation
• Work collaboratively with patients, families and the multidisciplinary team

Knowledge, training, qualifications and/or experience required to do the job:

• SVQ II qualification or equivalent experience in a relevant setting
• Experience within a caring, healthcare or support environment is desirable
• Effective written and verbal communication skills with good literacy and numeracy
• Ability to work effectively within a busy multidisciplinary team
• Understanding of person-centred care and professional standards of practice
• Awareness of health and safety, infection control and confidentiality requirements
• Commitment to ongoing learning, mandatory training and professional development

What we offer:

We offer a wide range of supportive policies designed to enhance your employee journey, including a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work Scheme, bursary scheme and extensive learning and development opportunities.

As an NHS Scotland employee, you will be entitled to:

• A minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus public holidays
• Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, including life insurance benefits
• Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme
• Development opportunities including study bursaries, e-learning and classroom-based courses
• Enhanced pay for working public holidays
• NHS discounts on a wide range of goods and services
• Confidential employee support and assistance, including counselling and psychological therapies

Interested?

If you would like to find out more, we would love to hear from you.

For an informal discussion, please contact:
Senior Charge Nurse, Amy Livingstone, 0141 452 2719

Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service and the Recruitment Process: Information for candidates

This vacancy may close early due to a high volume of applications. We recommend applying as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

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NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) recognises the importance of work-life balance and is committed to offering a range of flexible working options where service needs allow. For roles where less than full-time hours can be accommodated, and where the tenure is listed as “various”, we encourage applications from individuals seeking flexible working arrangements. Flexible working will be included as a topic for discussion during the recruitment process.

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