Healthcare Support Worker

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

Job summary

NHS Tayside is seeking a Healthcare Support Worker for Kinclaven Ward, a specialist inpatient substance misuse service. You will support patients through detox and recovery, working in a multidisciplinary team to provide person-centred care and meaningful therapeutic relationships.

The role involves rotational day and night duties, with 36 hours per week, contributing to recovery outcomes within a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Enjoy working as part of a team.
• Commitment to providing outstanding care.
• Experience in mental health or substance misuse is welcome but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Build meaningful therapeutic relationships with patients.
• Support individuals throughout their recovery journey.
• Help deliver high-quality, person-centred care in a specialist environment.
• Work alongside nurses, doctors and allied health professionals.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Patient care

Mental health exposure (desirable)

Job description

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

Make a difference. Support recovery. Change lives.

We are seeking a Healthcare Support Worker to join our dedicated team at Kinclaven Ward, NHS Tayside's specialist inpatient substance misuse service.

Kinclaven Ward provides inpatient detoxification and recovery-focused programmes for individuals affected by substance use difficulties from across Tayside. As a Healthcare Support Worker, you will play a vital role in supporting patients through some of the most challenging and transformative periods of their lives, helping them take positive steps towards recovery and improved wellbeing.

Why Join Us?

Working within our supportive multidisciplinary team, you will:

• Build meaningful therapeutic relationships with patients.
• Support individuals throughout their recovery journey.
• Help deliver high-quality, person-centred care in a specialist environment.
• Work alongside experienced nurses, doctors, and allied health professionals.
• Be part of a team that is passionate about recovery, hope, and positive outcomes.

What We’re Looking For

We are looking for people who:

• Demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Enjoy working as part of a team.
• Are committed to providing outstanding care.
• Share our passion for supporting people to achieve meaningful recovery.

Experience in mental health or substance misuse services is welcome but not essential. Most importantly, we are seeking individuals with the right values, attitude, and commitment to making a difference.

What We Offer

At NHS Tayside, we are committed to helping our staff learn, develop, and thrive. We offer:

• A comprehensive induction and ongoing support.
• Regular training and development opportunities.
• A structured staff review and personal development process.
• A welcoming and supportive team environment.

Our Values

NHS Tayside is a Values Based Organisation and we are proud to promote:

• Dignity and Respect
• Openness, Honesty and Responsibility
• Quality and Teamwork
• Care and Compassion

If you are looking for a role where you can truly make a difference while developing your skills within a specialist service, we'd love to hear from you.

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

Informal Enquiries

Rosalynd Ramsay
Senior Charge Nurse
01738 562311
[e-mail]

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

Hours of Work: 36 hours per week
Shift Pattern: Rotational day and night duty, providing 24-hour, 7-day care.

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