Health Care Support Worker - Police Custody Healthcare

Job description

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC)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 provide 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.

RoleWe have an exciting new development for Health Care Support Workers to join the team supporting individuals referred to Police Custody Health Care (PCHC).

The Healthcare Support Worker supports healthcare staff to deliver care in line with the standards and policies of healthcare provision in the NHS/PCHC. The role involves assisting healthcare professionals to ensure that the physical environment is safe, clean, comfortable and suitable for persons referred for care, and contributes to the physical, emotional and spiritual needs of those individuals by being an active and supportive member of the team.

This is a diverse role that requires a high standard of support to the PCHC team, enabling healthcare to be delivered to a population with a comprehensive range of physical, psychological, substance misuse and social problems, while maintaining high awareness and compliance with security procedures within the PCHC environment.

Applicants should have completed SVQIII in healthcare or equivalent experience gained working in a caring environment; be competent in the use of computerised information systems including MS Office and have well‐developed communication skills, both written and oral. A driving licence is required for the peripatetic and regional service.

Please note we can not provide sponsorship for this role.

Duration, Location and Working Pattern

Permanent part‐time post of 17.4 hours per week.

Location based in Govan Police Station.

Shift pattern: 24 hours, 7 days a week.

Key Responsibilities

Work as part of the multi‐disciplinary team, working the rostered shift pattern and support the delivery of care to persons referred in PCHC.

Report to the direct nurse line manager and undertake duties/tasks as allocated and instructed by the shift coordinator.

Utilise available resources to maximum effect while effectively meeting the essential demands of patient care and service delivery.

Support data input and audit processes within the service, ensuring continuous development to meet ongoing needs of the PCHC service.

Qualifications and Experience

SVQIII in healthcare or equivalent experience gained working in a caring environment or role.

Competence in the use of computerised information systems including MS Office.

Well‐developed communication skills, both written and oral.

Ability to effectively meet the demands of a challenging workload.

Ability to work with people as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Ability to prioritise assigned workload.

What We Offer

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.

Work‐Life Balance and Flexible WorkingFrom 1 April 2026, the Agenda for Change full‐time working week will reduce from 37 hours to 36 hours. Part‐time working hours will be reduced on a pro‐rated basis, with a corresponding increase in the hourly rate to keep overall pay unchanged.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde recognises the importance of work‐life balance and is committed to offering a range of flexible working options where service needs allow. Flexible working will be included as a topic for discussion during the recruitment process.

Equality, Diversity and InclusionNHS 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.

Armed Forces Covenant: NHSGGC is a Forces Friendly Employer and welcomes applications from across the Armed Forces community, recognising military skills, experience and qualifications throughout the recruitment and selection process.

ContactSharon Campbell, Interim Senior Charge Nurse – Email: Sharon.Campbell6@nhs.scot

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Glasgow

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

26-05-2026

Profession type

Counselling and Social Services

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English