Health Care Support Worker Respiratory

Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust; Oldham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Oldham is seeking a Health Care Support Worker focused on delivering exceptional patient care in a dynamic environment. Candidates should have NVQ Level 2 or equivalent and a passion for patient support. The role includes extensive training and brings opportunities to make a real difference in patient experiences across multiple specialties. This is a perfect opportunity for the dedicated and caring to thrive in a rewarding role. Please note: this role is unsuitable for those currently in education due to shift patterns.

Benefits

Comprehensive training

Professional support during tenure

Competitive benefits package

Qualifications

• Completion of NVQ level 2, apprenticeship in Care or equivalent training is essential.
• Experience of working within a health or social care environment is beneficial.
• Understanding of routine work procedures through job training required.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate support to patients in a dynamic environment.
• Assist with both physical and mental care of patients as needed.
• Work in collaboration with healthcare professionals and support staff.

Skills

Basic IT skills

Good organisational skills

Commitment to continuous professional development

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Healthcare

Level 1 Literacy and Numeracy

Care Certificate

Job description

Go back Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust

Health Care Support Worker - Respiratory

The closing date is 19 January 2026

We are looking for highly motivated individuals with a passion for expanding their knowledge and experience providing compassionate and caring support to our patients. The ward is a dynamic, fast‑paced environment where you can utilize a variety of transferable skills to deliver the highest level of patient care. Here, you'll gain valuable experience working with patients from multiple specialties, including Respiratory and general medicine.

Our unit is committed to offering comprehensive support to all our patients, both physically and mentally, from diagnosis through medicine and ongoing treatment. Although the acute care setting can be challenging, it is also incredibly rewarding.

This position includes extensive training, as well as personal and professional support throughout your tenure.

IPAAS accreditations, reflecting the exceptional care we provide and the extensive learning opportunities available to our staff. We take pride in our commitment to excellence in patient care and staff development.

Join us in this exciting new role and be part of a team that is dedicated to making a difference!

Unfortunately, this role does not meet the criteria required to qualify for sponsorship.

Main duties of the job

OUR COMMITMENT TO YOU

Due to the movement of services, the trust will ensure that all staff receive the appropriate additional training required and will receive specialist support from the urology nurses and clinicians.

Your care for other people and your willingness to go above and beyond to provide the best possible care to patients and relatives will ensure your success in the role. Friendly and approachable in your style, you'll be someone who can communicate well, be able to organise your workload accordingly and be a reliable point of support for patients, relatives and your colleagues.

Completion of an NVQ level 2, apprenticeship in Care or equivalent training is essential for this role, please refer to the job description.

This is a real opportunity for dedicated and caring people who really want to make a difference to patient experience. Should you wish to apply for this post don't wait too long as we may have to close the vacancy early and we really wouldn't want you to miss out.

All positions offered and appointed are in full recognition and acceptance of these requirements.

Please note that this role is unsuitable for those currently in education due to 24‑hour shift patterns.

About us

The Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust (NCA) provides hospital and integrated health and social care services to over one million people living across Greater Manchester. Our 20,000 colleagues care for people in hospital and in the community, working across Bury, Rochdale, Oldham and Salford, to save and improve lives.

As a large NHS trust we are committed to enhancing the health of our local population by delivering consistently high standards of care and working closely with local authorities and key partners. We believe in our power and potential to make a difference and we're always looking for people who demonstrate our three core values - care, appreciate and inspire - to join our team.

In return, we can offer you a job role with purpose and flexibility. The size and scale of the NCA means we can provide more challenge and opportunities so your career can always be moving in the right direction. By joining us you can also access a competitive benefits package, including, a fantastic annual leave allowance, flexible working opportunities and protected hours for health and wellbeing activities, helping you to achieve more personal downtime and a better work‑life balance.

Learn more about us in ourCandidate Information Pack (opens in existing window)

Job responsibilities

To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: https://careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk/

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Care Certificate either upon appointment or within 12 weeks of commencement
• Level 1 Literacy and Numeracy (GCSE English and Maths Grade D-G)
• NVQ Level 2 in Healthcare or a Level 2 Healthcare Support Worker Apprenticeship already achieved

Skills & Abilities

• Basic IT skills
• Good organisational skills
• Commitment to undertaking continuous professional development (CPD)

Knowledge, Training & Experience

• Experience of working with members of the public or a desire to work in the Health Service
• Understanding of routine work procedures gained through a short induction period and on the job training
• Experience of working within a health or social care environment
• Experience of working within a team

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust