Senior Support Worker- Apprenticeship Opportunity

Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHSFT; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 17,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in Doncaster is seeking a Senior Support Worker for an apprenticeship role. Responsibilities include supporting service users with learning disabilities and mental health issues under the supervision of Registered Nurses. Candidates must possess Level 2 qualifications in English and Maths and have a keen interest in care. This position offers training and the potential for a Level 3 apprenticeship. Join a dedicated team to enhance the quality of care in our communities.

Qualifications

• Demonstrate a keen interest in caring for others.
• Previous experience of caring for patients in a clinical setting.
• Understand the importance of maintaining confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Uphold principles of Positive Behaviour Support.
• Participate in delivery of care plans.
• Support service users at reviews and appointments.

Skills

Caring for others

Confidentiality

Teamwork

Education

English and Maths at level 2 or equivalent

NVQ Level 2 in a related subject

Willingness to undertake Level 3 Apprenticeship

Job description

Go back Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHSFT

Senior Support Worker- Apprenticeship Opportunity

The closing date is 10 December 2025

To work as an integrated member of the multi-disciplinary team supporting service users (who have a primary diagnosis of Learning Disability, history of offending behaviours, and who may experience additional mental Health problems), delivering holistic care and support as part of the Forensic Pathway under the supervision of Registered Nurses.

If you don't already have a Level 3 qualification or equivalent experience in a relevant subject, RDaSH are offering this post alongside the opportunity for you to complete a Level 3 apprenticeship qualification relevant to your role.

As an apprentice within RDaSH you will be given the opportunity to gain experience, learn work-related skills and obtain all the tools needed to thrive.

An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. Around 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying. This leads to a nationally recognised qualification.

Whether you already work for us or are joining the Trust and NHS for the first time, apprenticeships can help you to develop the skills, knowledge and know-how in order to embark on a successful and fulfilling career within the health service.

Main duties of the job

Uphold the principles of Positive Behaviour Support in all aspects of patient care.

To participate in delivery of care plans, treatment programmes and training for service users (under direction of qualified staff).

The Service Users' personal information is always treated within the strictest of confidence. Any requests to disclose information must be relayed to qualified personnel.

To support service users at reviews, appointments or meetings.

To assist in promoting a healthy lifestyle, hygiene routines, and general appearance, whilst respecting the service user's choices and beliefs, promoting dignity, respect and privacy where necessary.

To protect the service users from any form of abuse, whether physical, psychological, financial, sexual or any instance of intimidation. Any suspected abuse to be brought to the attention of the Trust, by informing a qualified or senior member of staff.

Reporting of any untoward occurrences to the appropriate person.

To support other staff members with day to day duties, within your level of competence, providing you have the appropriate training, instructions or skills to undertake the duties.

About us

Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) employ around 4000 talented colleagues who are very much appreciated, valued, and respected.

We have a wide portfolio which includes mental health, physical health, learning disability and drug and alcohol services.

We are passionate about enhancing the quality of our service and we work hard to attract and select the right colleagues for our organisation. Our goal is to employ those who share our passion for providing first class care while remaining committed to our vision and values. Please view our Strategy using the link below:

To find out more about working for RDaSH and the fantastic benefits we offer visit our website:

https://workwithrdash.co.uk/

We are committed to inclusive cultures and really value people in our organisation, view our Allyship video on YouTube to find out more:

https://youtu.be/WMJSkLoTk4Q

The main terms and conditions of service can be found here:

https://www.nhsemployers.org/publications/tchandbook

Job responsibilities

Please see attached job description and person specification for more information around the Job description.

****If you are applying for this role via the apprenticeship route, please review the attached eligibility document to ensure you meet the eligibility criteria to undertake an apprenticeship****

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if there are a high amount of applications.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• English and Maths at level 2 or equivalent (GCSE 9-4 or A*- C or functional skills level 2)
• NVQ Level 2 in a related subject
• NVQ level 3 in related subject or willingness to undertake a relevant Level 3 Apprenticeship

Experience

• Demonstrate a keen interest caring for others
• Previous experience of caring for patients in a clinical setting
• Previous experience of working as part of a team
• Previous experience of supervision of staff
• Understand importance of maintaining confidentiality

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHSFT