# Healthcare Support Worker - Centralised > NHS job listing from Job Clerk for University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust. ## Canonical URLs - **HTML:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/healthcare-support-worker-centralised/e3a89769-2d5c-4d97-ae12-f43b4f19e3b0 - **Markdown:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/healthcare-support-worker-centralised/e3a89769-2d5c-4d97-ae12-f43b4f19e3b0.md ## Summary - **Status:** Live - **Employer:** University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust - **Town:** Southampton - **Region:** South East - **Country:** England - **Profession:** Healthcare support worker - **Grade:** Band 2 - **Salary:** £25,272 Per Annum - **Contract type:** Permanent: Progressive Training post and the pathway to Band 3 - **Employment type:** Full time - 37.5 hours per week - **Closing date:** 2026-06-30T23:59:00.000Z - **Posted:** 2026-06-01T00:03:12.481Z - **Source information URL:** https://www.healthjobsuk.com/job/UK/Hampshire/Southampton/University_Hospital_Southampton_NHS_Foundation_Trust/Healthcare_Assistant/Healthcare_Assistant-v8047017 - **Application URL:** https://apps.trac.jobs/job-advert/8047017?ShowJobAdvert=&feedid=9002 - **Employer website:** https://www.uhs.nhs.uk ## Job Content ### Job overview University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us. Please see below for detailed job description of the role. ### Main duties of the job This vacancy does not meet the Home Office threshold for sponsorship; therefore, we are unable to accept applications from candidates who do not have the right to work in the UK. This vacancy does not meet the Home Office threshold for sponsorship and requires candidates to complete a 9-month training period. We are therefore unable to accept applications from candidates who do not have the right to work in the UK or where candidates do not have at least 9 months remaining on their visa from the start date of the new role.  Therefore, with less than a year on your current visa we will not be able to take your application further. ### Detailed job description and main responsibilities At UHS, we proudly champion individuality, recognizing that outstanding care is only possible with a diverse, inclusive team. We’re committed to creating an anti-racist, anti-discriminatory environment where everyone feels valued, safe, and empowered to make a meaningful impact in our communities. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to join us in building a healthcare community where everyone can belong, thrive, and contribute. Please see the job description attached, outlining the roles and responsibilities of a Healthcare Assistant. ### INTERVIEW PROCESS After receiving your application, a member of our recruitment team will call you to discuss your interest in the position. If both you and we feel this could be a good fit, we will invite you to an interview. Interviews are currently being conducted remotely via Microsoft Teams. Following your interview, we will be in touch with an offer of employment or to discuss feedback. To begin the process, please complete our application form below. Applications from candidates who have applied for this role unsuccessfully in the last 3 months will not be considered. Our supportive induction process enables you to complete your care certificate, find your feet within the organisation, and quickly integrate into our team. We actively support career pathways and your personal development by offering NVQ and apprenticeship opportunities. We are looking for individuals with the ability and attitude to grow and develop into a valued member of our team. Whatever level of skill or experience you currently have, if you can demonstrate drive and potential, our comprehensive induction and in-house training teams will help you to reach your full potential. Most importantly, you will share our values: Patients First Working Together Always Improving ## Job Details University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us. Please see below for detailed job description of the role. ## Job Description This vacancy does not meet the Home Office threshold for sponsorship; therefore, we are unable to accept applications from candidates who do not have the right to work in the UK. This vacancy does not meet the Home Office threshold for sponsorship and requires candidates to complete a 9-month training period. We are therefore unable to accept applications from candidates who do not have the right to work in the UK or where candidates do not have at least 9 months remaining on their visa from the start date of the new role. Therefore, with less than a year on your current visa we will not be able to take your application further. ## Responsibilities At UHS, we proudly champion individuality, recognizing that outstanding care is only possible with a diverse, inclusive team. We’re committed to creating an anti-racist, anti-discriminatory environment where everyone feels valued, safe, and empowered to make a meaningful impact in our communities. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to join us in building a healthcare community where everyone can belong, thrive, and contribute. Please see the job description attached, outlining the roles and responsibilities of a Healthcare Assistant. After receiving your application, a member of our recruitment team will call you to discuss your interest in the position. If both you and we feel this could be a good fit, we will invite you to an interview. Interviews are currently being conducted remotely via Microsoft Teams. Following your interview, we will be in touch with an offer of employment or to discuss feedback. To begin the process, please complete our application form below. Applications from candidates who have applied for this role unsuccessfully in the last 3 months will not be considered. Our supportive induction process enables you to complete your care certificate, find your feet within the organisation, and quickly integrate into our team. We actively support career pathways and your personal development by offering NVQ and apprenticeship opportunities. We are looking for individuals with the ability and attitude to grow and develop into a valued member of our team. Whatever level of skill or experience you currently have, if you can demonstrate drive and potential, our comprehensive induction and in-house training teams will help you to reach your full potential. Most importantly, you will share our values: Patients First Working Together Always Improving ## Person Specification ### Trust Values **Essential** - Patient First - Always Improving - Working Together ### Qualifications, knowledge and experience **Essential** - Completed care certificate or ability to complete within 6 months of appointment. - Capable of attaining NVQ level 3 in care with acute units corresponding to specialty or equivalent experience - Completed secondary education - Ability to move and handle patients and equipment - Evidence of empathy, patience and dependability - Ability to deal with a range of difficult situations - Be able to take instruction / directions and work within the confines of the role - Ability to cope with fluctuating demands and pressures of the role - Requirement to be aware of and adhere to the care certificate standards; https://www.hee.nhs.uk/our-work/care-certificate - Capable of completing core HCSW competencies and additional specific competencies related to area of work within 12 months of appointment **Desirable** - Previous experience in: Acute hospital setting. HCA experience. Volunteer sector Teaching Assistant Nursing home carer Experience in a caring role ## Documents - [job description and person specification (pdf, 442.9kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10335928) ## 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.