Job requirements
Requirements from the employer’s person specification. These describe the role, not your personal match.
Essential
4 listedRequirements the employer expects applicants to meet.
- Knowledge
To be able to demonstrate a basic level of literacy and numeracy skills
- Qualifications
NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care or equivalent qualification/experience
- Qualifications
Previous experience in a care environment or able to demonstrate a caring nature/ life experience
- Specific Skills
To demonstrate experience in a caring environment in or outside of the workplace
Desirable
4 listedAdditional qualities the employer would prefer.
- Knowledge
Previous knowledge of hospital computer systems
- Knowledge
Basic IT Skills
- Qualifications
Care certificate
- Qualifications
English & Mathematics at GSCE grade A-C (9-4) or level 2 functional skills
Job overview
Are you keen to make a difference and develop your skills working in a multi-disciplinary team?
Being a Healthcare Support Worker is a fantastic starting point in the NHS that provides a taste of what a career in healthcare is really like. You will work in an integrated way with allied health care professionals which will open your eyes to the different roles you might want to work towards in the future!
There are no set entry requirements to become a Healthcare Support Worker though a basic level of literacy and numeracy skills are expected, and a recent experience gained within the last 3 years in the care sector is essential. You will need a mix of skills including the ability to develop effective working relationships and effective time management.
Cromie Ward are recruiting for a full time permanent Band 3 Healthcare Support Worker to join our caring, committed and inclusive team at Torbay Hospital working days, nights, weekends and bank holidays on a rota.
This is a personally rewarding and fulfilled role as it presents the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of others by providing care in their time of need. #CaretojoinusTSD
Main duties of the job
As Healthcare Support Worker you will look after a variety of patients with different health concerns, and will make a real difference to someone’s quality of life!
- Observing, monitoring and recording patients' conditions by taking temperatures, pulse, respirations and weight.
- Communicating with patients, relatives and carers, and assisting with clinical duties.
- Providing personal care including infection prevention and control, food, personal hygiene and overall reassurance, comfort and safety.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Full vacancy details can be found on the attached Job Description/Person Specification. Please refer to your suitability to the post in your supporting information from the role requirements or person specification.
In return for your skills and commitment, we offer a friendly working environment, role development and personal development plans supported with training opportunities.
For further information or to arrange an informal visit; Michelle Thomas Ward Manager Cromie ward 01803654081
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.
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This advert is for Healthcare Support Worker- Cromie with Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust in Torquay, England. It is listed as a Band 3 Healthcare support worker role. The advertised salary is £25,760 - £27,476 per annum pro rata. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 04 Oct 2026.
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