Senior Community Health Support Worker

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

Job summary

NHS National Services Scotland is seeking a Senior Health Care Support Worker (Band 3) to join the Mid Ross District Nursing Team. The role involves delivering high‑quality care to patients in homes, care homes and within the community, working closely with nurses and the multidisciplinary team to provide person‑centred support.

The ideal candidate will have health/social care experience, strong communication skills, a full UK driving licence and be able to work independently and as part of a

Qualifications

• Experience in health or social care setting
• Ability to work independently often unsupervised and as part of a team
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Full UK driving licence and access to own vehicle for work purposes (community role)
• The successful candidate will ideally be educated at SCQF level 7 in Health and Social Care or willing to work towards it
• Competence in venepuncture
• Knowledge of person-centred care and clinical support tasks
• Confidence using digital systems for record-keeping

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality care to patients within their homes, care homes and in the community.
• Work closely with registered nurses and multidisciplinary team to deliver person-centred care.
• Promote independence and support individuals to live well in their community.
• Utilise clinical and non-clinical skills to support care delivery.

Skills

Communication skills

Independent working

Teamwork

Driving licence

Venepuncture

Digital records

Education

SCQF Level 7 in Health and Social Care

Job description

NHS National Services Scotland is seeking a Senior Health Care Support Worker (Band 3) to join the Mid Ross District Nursing Team. The role involves delivering high‑quality care to patients in homes, care homes and within the community, working closely with nurses and the multidisciplinary team to provide person‑centred support.

The ideal candidate will have health/social care experience, strong communication skills, a full UK driving licence and be able to work independently and as part of a