NHS Ayrshire & Arran
Health Care Support Worker - Orthopaedics
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NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the United Kingdom, employing approximately 40,000 staff across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health services to a population of over 1.15 million people, and to a wider population of 2.2 million when regional and national services are included.
The Role
Are you a caring, compassionate and motivated individual who wants to make a real difference to patients every day? NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is looking for a Health Care Support Worker to join our Orthopaedic team, supporting the delivery of high-quality patient care within a busy acute hospital environment. Working alongside experienced nurses and multidisciplinary colleagues, you will play an important role in ensuring patients receive safe, dignified and person-centred care throughout their hospital journey. This is a rewarding opportunity to develop your skills within Scotland’s largest NHS Board, where you will be supported to learn, grow and contribute to improving the health and wellbeing of our communities.
This role does not meet the eligibility criteria for a Skilled Worker visa or a Health and Care Worker visa. NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is unable to provide candidates or employees with a Certificate of Sponsorship (COS).
Duration, Location, and Working Pattern
- Location: Inverclyde Royal Hospital
- Working Pattern: Rotational shift pattern
- Posts Available:
- One full-time post (36 hours)
- One part-time post (18.7 hours)
- Note: The service would accept a variation of hours. Both posts are permanent. Candidates must outline their preference in their application. Please note the salary is Pro Rata for part-time hours.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist registered nurses in delivering high-quality care to patients within the ward environment
- Support patients with personal care, hygiene, dressing and mobility while maintaining dignity and respect
- Assist with patient admissions, transfers and discharges in line with local procedures
- Monitor patients and report any changes in condition promptly to the nurse in charge
- Support patients with nutritional and fluid intake requirements as directed
- Maintain accurate patient records and assist with the completion of clinical documentation
- Ensure clinical areas, equipment and stock supplies are maintained to a high standard
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Knowledge, Training, Qualifications and/or Experience Required to Do the Job
- Good standard of education with strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Caring, compassionate and patient-focused approach to delivering care
- Ability to follow guidance, procedures and direction from registered healthcare professionals
- Good basic numeracy and literacy skills
- Previous experience in a healthcare, residential care or nursing home setting is desirable
- Acute hospital or orthopaedic ward experience would be advantageous but is not essential for the role
What We Offer
We offer a wide range of supportive policies designed to enhance your employee journey, including a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work Scheme, bursary scheme and extensive learning and development opportunities.
As an NHS Scotland employee, you will be entitled to:
- A minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus public holidays
- Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, including life insurance benefits
- Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme
- Development opportunities including study bursaries, e-learning and classroom-based courses
- Enhanced pay for working public holidays
- NHS discounts on a wide range of goods and services
- Confidential employee support and assistance, including counselling and psychological therapies
Interested?
If you would like to find out more, we would love to hear from you.
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Information for candidates
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NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) recognises the importance of work-life balance and is committed to offering a range of flexible working options where service needs allow. For roles where less than full-time hours can be accommodated, and where the tenure is listed as “various”, we encourage applications from individuals seeking flexible working arrangements. Flexible working will be included as a topic for discussion during the recruitment process.
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion and are proud of the diverse workforce we employ.
By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer. We welcome applications from across the Armed Forces Community and recognise military skills, experience and qualifications throughout the recruitment and selection process.
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