# Health Care Support Worker > NHS job listing from Job Clerk for NHS Fife. ## Canonical URLs - **HTML:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/health-care-support-worker/a1308ea6-bc9f-48d2-bde8-c756000f8075 - **Markdown:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/health-care-support-worker/a1308ea6-bc9f-48d2-bde8-c756000f8075.md ## Summary - **Status:** Live - **Employer:** NHS Fife - **Location:** Victoria Hospital - **Workplace type:** onsite - **Profession:** Healthcare support worker - **Grade:** Band 3 - **Salary:** £29,103 - £31,409 - **Contract type:** Fixed-term - **Employment type:** Part time - **Closing date:** 2026-11-03T23:59:59.999Z - **Posted:** 2026-10-20T15:07:03.717Z - **Source information URL:** https://apply.jobs.scot.nhs.uk/Job/JobDetail?JobId=270223 - **Application URL:** https://apply.jobs.scot.nhs.uk/DecideInternalExternal/DecideInternalExternal?JobId=270223 - **Employer website:** https://www.nhsfife.org ## Job Content ### Job details - Job reference: 259810 - Salary: Band 3 (£29,103 - £31,409) - Job closing date: 03/11/2026 - Job Type: Nursing and Midwifery - Location: Victoria Hospital - Employment type: Fixed-term - Hours Per Week: 28.75 - Job posted date: 20/10/2026 - Employer (NHS Board): NHS Fife - Department: Admissions Unit One We are seeking a compassionate Healthcare Support Worker to join our dynamic team in Admissions Unit One at Victoria Hospital, Kirkcaldy. This fast-paced unit plays a vital role in the initial assessment and care of patients admitted to hospital, offering a varied and rewarding environment for those passionate about patient care. As a Band 3 HCSW, you will work closely with registered nurses and the wider multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality, person-centred care. You will be involved in clinical observations, supporting patients with personal care, assisting with mobility, and contributing to the smooth running of the unit. Key Responsibilities: - Provide direct patient care in line with individual care plans. - Carry out clinical observations and accurately record findings. - Support patients with activities of daily living, including hygiene, nutrition, and mobility. - Assist in the admission and discharge process. - Maintain a clean and safe environment in accordance with infection control policies. - Communicate effectively with patients, families, and colleagues. What we’re looking for: - Previous experience in a healthcare setting is essential. - SVQ Level 2 or equivalent in Health and Social Care (or willingness to work towards). - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. - Ability to work effectively in a busy, team-oriented environment. - A caring and compassionate approach to patient care. What We Offer: - Comprehensive induction and training programme. - Opportunities for career development and progression. - Access to NHS pension scheme. - Staff wellbeing support and benefits. - A supportive and inclusive team culture. For informal enquiries, please contact Senior Charge Nurse Lisa Stokoe on 01592 643355 ext 21808 or Senior Charge nurse Jamie Beveridge on ext 22373 for further details. 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We offer flexible working and family-friendly policies and fully support disabled candidates, and candidates with long-term conditions or who are neurodivergent by making reasonable adjustments to our recruitment policy and practices. ## Documents - [259810 - Person Spec (DOCX, KB)](https://apply.jobs.scot.nhs.uk/Job/GetJobAdvertDocument?Id=1212541&JobId=270223) - [259810 - Job Description (DOC, KB)](https://apply.jobs.scot.nhs.uk/Job/GetJobAdvertDocument?Id=1212540&JobId=270223) - [NHS Fife - Terms & Conditions January 2024 (PDF, KB)](https://apply.jobs.scot.nhs.uk/Job/GetJobAdvertDocument?Id=1212539&JobId=270223) ## Agent Notes - This Markdown page is generated from the same Job Clerk job record as the HTML job detail page. - Use the canonical HTML URL for user-facing references. - Use the application URL when the user wants to apply on the source NHS site.