Health Care Support Worker - SS

Job overview

By collaborating closely with the registered nurse and an identified member of the multi-disciplinary team, the post holder will deliver essential routine care and assistance to enhance the well-being of those in their care.

In addition to providing direct support, the post holder will actively promote therapeutic activities on the ward. This initiative will be carried out under the guidance of the nursing team and in partnership with the medical team, occupational therapist, psychology team, recovery workers and patient flow team, ensuring that each individual receives tailored interventions that contribute to their recovery journey.

Through this collaborative approach, the post holder will help create a nurturing atmosphere that encourages personal growth and healing.

Please note - This role is not eligible for sponsorship unless you meet criteria by temporary exemption from current changes to immigration rules put in force on 22/07/2025. Separate provisions are applied to workers who have been sponsored and held continuously Skilled Worker visa since prior to 04/04/2024.

Main duties of the job

Role Summary

The post holder will play a vital role in fostering a supportive environment for individuals facing mental health challenges.

The successful candidate will provide support and assistance to the team, working under the guidance of Registered Nurses and other health professionals.  You will provide routine care and support to people with mental health issues. You will promote and engage patients in therapeutic activity. You will promote the dignity and independence of our patients.  You will ensure the safety of our patients completing safe and supportive observations.

Key responsibilities of the role:

• Enthusiastic, proactive and a positive attitude
• Good communication skills
• Willing to engage in training and learning
• Must be able to carry out a full range of caring duties, including moving and handling and PMVA (Training Provided)

In your supporting information, please ensure you answer the following questions in order to be considered for shortlisting, drawing on your personal experiences-

Question 1 - It is important that we inspire hope in our service users.

Please give an example of when your determination and positivity has helped someone.

Question 2 - We work together.

Please give an example of when you have demonstrated excellent teamwork.

Question 3 - We promote caring and passionate behaviour.

Please give an example of when you have gone that extra step to help someone.

Question 4 - We value individuality.

Please give an example of when you have had to consider other people's needs or requirements when completing a task.

This job is for Spring and Clover wards female acute

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

• Please see attached job description and person specification Staff benefits Pay Enhancements: Band Saturday (midnight to midnight) and any week day after 8pm and before 6am All time on Sundays and Public Holidays (midnight to midnight) 1 Time plus 47% Time plus 94% 2 Time plus 41% Time plus 83% 3 Time plus 35% Time plus 69% 4 – 9 Time plus 30% Time plus 60%   27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years Excellent pension Cycle to work scheme Salary sacrifice car scheme Wellbeing programme Blue Light Card Discounts fuelGenie Fuel Cards (for applicable roles)
• Pay Enhancements:
• 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
• Excellent pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Salary sacrifice car scheme
• Wellbeing programme
• Blue Light Card Discounts
• fuelGenie Fuel Cards (for applicable roles)