Senior Health Care Support Worker

Job description

OverviewWe are seeking enthusiastic and passionate Senior Health Care Support Workers to join our friendly and supportive team, delivering specialist inpatient care for people with a learning disability across West Yorkshire and Barnsley.

These posts are offered at Agenda for Change Band 3. Applicants must hold a minimum of an NVQ Level 2 in Care. Training and support will be provided to enable successful candidates to work towards NVQ Level 3, alongside opportunities for ongoing professional development.

Full‐time working is preferred, however part‐time hours may be considered subject to service needs.

We are committed to creating a culture of continuous improvement, inclusivity and trust, and actively encourage applications from individuals who reflect the diversity of the communities we serve.

We promote work–life balance, flexible working arrangements and local recognition awards to celebrate excellent practice. Where possible, we aim to support flexible working options such as job share, part‐time hours or alternative working patterns.

ResponsibilitiesDeliver specialist inpatient care for people with learning disabilities. Actively contribute to service development, training and supervision across both sites.

QualificationsMinimum NVQ Level 2 in Care. Training will be provided to enable progression to NVQ Level 3.

Key DatesClosing Date: 1st June 2026

Shortlisting Date: W/C 2nd June 2026

Interview Date: TBC

Core Values

We Care – We act with respect and empathy, and always value difference.

We Listen – We understand people's views and respond to their individual needs.

We Deliver – We develop and provide excellent services and support our partners.

Benefits

Increase mileage rates for > 4500

A wide range of health & wellbeing support packages

A range of internal & external development and learning opportunities

Plus many more

Additional InformationWe are also proud to pledge our support to the Armed Forces & hold a Bronze Award in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme.

BDCFT is dedicated to environmental & social sustainability by delivering on the commitments within our Green Plan. All staff are actively encouraged & supported to participate in training & to identify & implement sustainable quality improvement across all service areas and activities.

Please note that the Trust reserves the right to close the vacancy before the closing date if a sufficient number of applications are received. It is in the candidate's best interest to apply as soon as possible.

For further details or informal visits contact:Name: Robert WalkerJob title: Ward ManagerEmail address: robert.walker@bdct.nhs.ukTelephone number: 01274 251589

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Bradford

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