Job overview
We have some exciting opportunities for individuals to join our Acute Assessment Unit as Health Care Support Workers.
The Acute Assessment Unit (AAU) is is co-located next to our Emergency Department and Ambulatory Care Unit. This has allowed Airedale to develop existing and new patient pathways into the Urgent Care steam including medicine, general surgery, urology and orthopaedics. AAU supports the “Right Care” ethos for our patients.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if sufficient applications are received.
This position is not currently eligible for a certificate of sponsorship in line with Home Office guidance as it does not appear on the skilled worker visa occupation list.
If you currently hold a different type of visa allowing you to work in the UK we would welcome an application from you. If your visa expires or there is a change in status during your employment, the Trust will be required to review your employment which may result in the termination of your employment to comply with the relevant immigration legislation.
Main duties of the job
To work as part of the ward or department team in providing compassionate care to patients, service users, carers and families.
This is a pivotal role that is essential in providing care and support to patients and service users through direct and indirect care, working within clearly defined limits and attainment of agreed competence.
Act as a role model at all times, reflecting the trust values and behaviours and delivering high standards of care.
Be self-aware and open to receive and learn from feedback.
Act as an advocate on behalf of patients and service users, recognising, respecting and responding to the diverse needs of our population.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
For further information and full details of the job role please see the attached job description and person specification.
Applicant requirements
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Person specification
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of what ‘confidentiality’ is and how you put into practice
- Understanding of equality and diversity and how you put it into practice
Desirable
- Demonstrate literacy in IT
Experience
Essential
- No previous experience required
Desirable
- Experience of working in a formal care setting or as an informal carer
- Previous experience of dealing with the public
Qualifications
Essential
- Possess or be willing to work towards the care certificate
- Be able to demonstrate basic literacy and numeracy skills required for the post
Desirable
- Level 2 diploma in Health and Social Care
- Functional skills level 1 numeracy
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This advert is for Health Care Support Worker - AAU (Band 2) with Airedale NHS Foundation Trust in Airedale General Hospital. It is listed as a Band 2 Healthcare support worker role. The advertised salary is £25,272 pro rata per annum. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 02 Sep 2026.
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