KWG212689 - Healthcare Support Worker

TN United Kingdom; Retford; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health service provider in the UK is seeking a motivated Health Care Support Worker for Muirton Ward, specializing in elderly patients with dementia-related illnesses. The role involves full-time, permanent work with a flexible shift system. Candidates should possess good communication skills and be adaptable to the needs of the service. Support for training will be provided, and the position encourages applications from all backgrounds, promoting equality and diversity.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in acute admission or with the elderly is advantageous.
• Good communication skills and ability to work in a multidisciplinary team are essential.

Responsibilities

• Maintain high standards in an acute mental health ward.
• Adapt to changing needs of the Moray Older Adult Psychiatry service.
• Work rotational shifts to meet service needs.

Skills

Communication

Flexibility

Job description

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Client:

NHS Scotland

Location:

Moray, United Kingdom

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Job Views:

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Posted:

14.05.2025

Expiry Date:

28.06.2025

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Job Description:

Health Care Support Worker Position on Muirton Ward.

Muirton is an acute mental health admission assessment ward for elderly patients with dementia-related illnesses. The ward requires a motivated HCSW to maintain high standards. Applicants should demonstrate awareness and be willing to adapt to the changing needs of the Moray Older Adult Psychiatry service.

Previous experience in acute admission or with the elderly is advantageous but not required. Good communication skills and the ability to work flexibly and harmoniously in a multidisciplinary team are essential.

Support and encouragement will be provided to meet mandatory and other essential training requirements.

The position involves rotational work with a flexible 12-hour shift system to ensure continuity and meet service needs.

Applications close at midnight on the indicated date and may close early due to volume.

The hours are full-time, permanent, 37 hours per week.

Enquiries to: Deputy Charge Nurse – Julie-Anne Wilson (01542 837041)

NHS Scotland is committed to equality and diversity, encouraging applications from all sections of society.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

**Candidates should note - If operating within Aberdeen City Low Emission Zone, costs for entry are the responsibility of the applicant.**

NHS Grampian is one of the fourteen regional health boards of NHS Scotland, serving over 500,000 people in Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire, and Moray.

We strive to foster a positive environment aligned with NHS and Social Care values.