Senior Healthcare Support Worker (Chemotherapy)

TN United Kingdom; South Molton; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a Senior Healthcare Support Worker to join their dynamic team in South Molton. This role involves supporting patients in a busy chemotherapy unit, where you'll be integral to providing compassionate care and ensuring patient comfort. With a strong commitment to staff development and a supportive work environment, this position offers a fantastic opportunity for growth in the healthcare field. Join a team that values inclusivity and strives for excellence in patient care, making a real difference in the lives of those you serve.

Benefits

NHS Pension Scheme

Salary Sacrifice Options

Cycle to Work Scheme

Discount Services

Car Lease Schemes

Flexible Working Schemes

Comprehensive Occupational Health Services

Paid Annual Leave

Access to Wellbeing Activities

Study Leave

Qualifications

• Experience in a healthcare support role, particularly in chemotherapy settings.
• Ability to demonstrate compassion and integrity in patient care.

Responsibilities

• Support patients undergoing chemotherapy and medical treatments.
• Work collaboratively with healthcare teams to provide high-quality care.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Organizational Skills

Education

Nursing Qualification

Care Certificate

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Senior Healthcare Support Worker (Chemotherapy), South Molton

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Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust

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Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

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Role Summary

The Seamoor Unit is a busy combined chemotherapy and medical day treatment unit with outpatient and clinic facilities. Opening hours are : – :.

The outpatient clinics are consultant led by specialists in the field of both oncological and hematological cancers. This area consists of 7 consulting rooms and a quiet room for pre-treatment visits. The Fern Centre offers a variety of advice, treatments and support for our patients, including Macmillan finance specialists, counselors, wig fitting, reflexology, Reiki and support groups. The outpatient treatment area is a nurse-led department consisting of an open plan treatment area containing patient chairs. Alongside this there are 3 private side rooms which are used primarily for triage or procedures which require patient privacy.

We are looking for an organised, enthusiastic, motivated and adaptable experienced nurse to join our friendly team. Our trust values guide everything we do and at all times we aim to demonstrate compassion, act with integrity, demonstrate inclusivity and encourage and support empowerment of staff who go the extra mile for our patients and colleagues.

Within the supporting statement of your application, please can you provide an example of where you have demonstrated "Striving for Excellence" within a similar role.

About the Role

For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities please click the link below.

More detail about the role

Our Senior Healthcare Support Workers (SHCSWs) form an essential and well-respected part of our healthcare teams across a number of dynamic settings; out in the community, in our acute hospitals or within our theatres teams to name just a few.

You will be a valued member of the team through our comprehensive training and induction programme and our commitment to learning and development will satisfy even the most ambitious person.

Our teams are caring, compassionate and inclusive, so whatever your background, you will be made to feel very welcome. More information about the role, training and development and the experiences of our HCSWs is included in the attached document. Read it now and find out for yourself why we are regularly voted as one of the best NHS Trusts to work for.

Working Pattern: Monday to Friday : - :, subject to change as service demand increases

For further information please contact: Keely Sheehan, Ward Manager on , style="margin:0px;font-size:inherit;padding:5px 0px;"> As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Preference will be given to staff with ‘Priority’ and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.

About Us

Stretching across Northern, Eastern and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over , staff, making us the largest employer in Devon. Our core services, which we provide to more than , people, cover more than 2, square miles across Devon, while some of our specialist services cover the whole of the peninsula, extending our reach as far as Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.

We deliver a wide range of emergency, specialist and general medical services through North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford). Alongside our two acute hospitals, we provide integrated health and social care services across a variety of settings, including community inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and within people’s own homes. We also offer primary care services, a range of specialist community services, and Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC).

Our state-of-the-art equipment, leading technologies and strong links to local universities put us at the forefront of research and innovations, enabling us to provide world-class care to our local communities.

Our values are at the heart of everything we do, click here to find out more

It has never been a more exciting time to join the Royal Devon, as you will help to shape our services as we continue along our integration journey.

Looking after you is important to us.

We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies.

If you are starting out in the NHS, you’ll start with days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to days plus bank holidays.

You will benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.

We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team.

This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we will help you get there.

Salary is not the only financial benefit

You will have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers. You will also have access to other benefits including:

• National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.
• Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter
• Car lease schemes.
• The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).
• Cycle to work scheme

These are just a few of the benefits available – if the role is something you are interested in, we would love to hear from you.