Senior Healthcare Support Worker | University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust

University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust; Weston-super-Mare; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A major NHS Trust in the UK is seeking a Senior Health Care Support Worker (SHCSW) to provide direct patient care and support alongside registered nurses. This role demands compassion and flexibility across various shifts, including nights and weekends. Training will be provided to those without previous experience. Join a committed team in making a difference in patient lives.

Qualifications

• Previous healthcare experience is essential for direct entry, ideally in an acute/hospital setting.
• Open to those with no prior experience; training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care whilst maintaining the privacy and dignity of patients.
• Work alongside a registered nurse to deliver nursing care and support.

Skills

Compassionate care

Patient support

Flexibility

Education

Level 3 qualification

Job description

Senior Health Care Support Worker (SHCSW)

Working as a Senior Health Care Support Worker (SHCSW) at University Hospital Bristol and Weston is an immensely rewarding job. A job in which your care can make a real difference to patients’ lives. We are looking for enthusiastic, compassionate, and hard‑working individuals that also believe in our Trust Values: Supportive, Respectful, Innovative & Collaborative. Previous experience is not essential, as we offer training.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care whilst maintaining the privacy and dignity of patients.
• Work alongside a registered nurse to deliver nursing care and support patients with daily living tasks, including washing, toileting, and nutrition.
• Assist with mobility needs and provide pressure area care.
• Offer emotional support to patients and their families.
• Conduct one‑to‑one observations for patients with high clinical risk.
• Ensure the ward environment is clean and safe, preventing infection and falls.
• Take and record patients’ vital signs; identify and raise concerns with the registered nurse. In some areas you may need additional skills such as ECGs, venepuncture and simple dressings.
• Be fully flexible across all shift patterns, including long and weekday shifts, weekends, nights and bank holidays.

Qualifications & Experience

• Band 3; Level 3 qualification required; previous healthcare experience essential for direct entry, ideally in an acute/hospital setting.
• Open to those with no prior experience; training will be provided.

Working Hours & Conditions

• Full time: 37.5 hrs per week (long 12‑hour shifts including days, nights, weekends and bank holidays).
  Part time: 23 hrs per week.
• Physical demands: prolonged periods on feet, assisting patients with limited mobility.
• Emotional demands: rapidly changing clinical situations on an acute inpatient ward.

About UHBW

University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, with over 15,000 staff and 100+ clinical services spanning 10 sites. Rated ‘Good’ by the CQC, UHBW is committed to safeguarding, diversity, and child protection.

EEO Statement

We are an equal opportunities employer and actively work towards a diverse workforce that reflects the local population.

Anonymous information will be used from your application to ensure we’re meeting our pledge.

Application Deadline

This advert closes on Sunday 16 November 2025.