Healthcare Support Worker

NHS National Services Scotland; Dundee; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A health service provider in Scotland is seeking Health Care Support Workers to assist in Trauma & Orthopaedics. You'll play a key role in delivering patient-centred care, including helping with daily activities. Ideal candidates will have experience in a care setting and a passion for providing compassionate support. Both full-time and part-time positions are available.

Qualifications

• Experience in a care setting preferred.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, demanding environment.
• Compassionate and caring approach to work.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients in all activities of daily living.
• Deliver high quality, person-centred care.
• Comply with the Code of Conduct throughout employment.

Job description

Overview

NHS Scotland is committed to equality and diversity and to eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for a workforce that is truly representative, with every employee feeling respected and able to give their best. NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

With effect from 01 April 2026, NHS Scotland is reducing its full-time working week from 37 to 36 hours per week, with no change in full-time pay.

The opportunity has arisen for reliable Health Care Support workers to join the team in Trauma & Orthopaedics. You will assist in delivering high quality, person-centred care alongside our skilled and dedicated nursing team. We aim to ensure safe, effective and timely care that meets the needs of patients undergoing elective orthopaedic surgery and elderly care.

You will assist patients in all activities of daily living and demonstrate a caring and compassionate approach to your work. Suitable candidates should be able to work in a fast-paced, demanding environment and preferably have experience in a care setting and a desire to progress in the role.

You will be required to achieve the mandatory Induction standards for Healthcare Support Workers in Scotland and to comply with the Code of Conduct throughout your employment.

Informal enquiries to:

Emma Pattullo, Senior Charge Nurse, 01382 660111 ext. 58501 or at [e-mail]

Caroline Stewart, Senior Charge Nurse, 01382 660111 ext. 35373 or at [e-mail]

Charlene Halliburton, Senior Charge Nurse, 01382 660111 ext. 35265 or at [e-mail]

Hours of work are: Full and part-time hours available.

Short-listed applicants will be contacted by email. Please check your emails regularly, including your junk/spam folder.

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