Healthcare Support Worker

Job description

Healthcare Support WorkerClosing date: 24 May 2026

We are looking for a Healthcare Support Worker to join our Outpatients Department. You will help deliver high‐quality, personalized care to patients in a safe and clean environment.

This is a part‐time post working 22.5 hours per week.

As a Healthcare Support Worker, you will:

Support experienced Consultant Surgeons in a range of Outpatient Clinics, including vascular and general surgery.

Provide compassionate care to ensure the best possible outcomes for patients.

Work within a team committed to maintaining the highest standards of nursing service.

Occasionally assist in clinics that extend beyond regular hours (until 6:00 PM for specific services).

This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to patient wellbeing while growing your skills in a dynamic healthcare setting. If you are passionate about making a difference and delivering outstanding care, we would love to hear from you.

Note: The Trust is unable to provide sponsorship for this role. To apply, you must have a current right to work in the UK. Employment on a time‐limited visa does not guarantee sponsorship at the point of expiry.

Sharing your data – As a data controller we may sometimes need to process your data to pursue our legitimate business interests, for example to request a survey from you (optional), to support the Trust's understanding of where you gained interest in working for the Trust.

Main duties of the job

Undertake clinical procedures following assessment of competencies by qualified senior members of staff.

Carry out delegated nursing care.

Provide safe and effective care.

Identify areas for improvement.

Liaise with nursing staff for information regarding observations, lab samples, blood sugar monitoring, dressings and further health checks.

Restock supplies daily.

Comply with policies and procedures of the ward.

What we offer

27 days leave plus bank holidays, increasing up to 33 days with long service.

Generous NHS pension and enhanced pay when you work unsocial hours.

Flexible and agile working opportunities.

Great maternity, paternity and adoption support.

Wide range of supportive staff networks.

Health and wellbeing opportunities.

Prerequisites

Working with adults in a care setting.

Nursing experience within the NHS/hospital setting.

Experience of working in general medicine or rehabilitation.

Qualifications

Level 2 qualification (e.g. GCSE Grade A–C, NVQ2) in Care or a good standard of general education to GCSE level, with the expectation to undertake the relevant Level 2 qualification on appointment.

Will be expected to meet the Care Certificate standards within 12 weeks of commencing employment with the Trust.

Provide original certificates to verify qualifications at point of offer.

Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a Disclosure and Barring Service check to ensure compliance with the Disclosure and Barring Service policy.

Employer nameHerefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Great Malvern

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