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
LYMINGTON SURGICAL UNIT
We are pleased to invite candidates to apply for this Band 2 to 3 progressive Senior Health Care Support Worker (SHCSW) role working within the Surgical Unit at Lymington Hospital, Romsey and Hythe (UHS NHS) Trust.
We are seeking a highly motivated, professional and caring person to join our Surgical Unit Team.
Lymington Surgical Unit comprises of the Theatre Suite, Surgical Day Ward and Surgical Outpatients Department with minor procedures rooms.
This SHCSW role is based within: The Theatre Suite, where you will be supporting the theatre team, surgeons and anaesthetists in the care of patients during the perioperative period. and The Surgical Outpatient Department, where you will support clinicians in clinics, undertake a range of basic screening observations, for example, urine analysis and bladder scanning, and support in minor procedures. We also run clinics from sites in Hythe and Romsey in addition to Lymington.
As a day surgery unit, we are a small team who work closely together to provide safe and effective care for our patients.
Lymington Surgical Unit is currently a Monday to Friday Service.
As part of a Teaching Hospital you will have the opportunity to attend UHS General Hospital for training and development.
For all posts, we offer an excellent range of benefits and opportunities to broaden your skills and knowledge Minimum of 35 days paid holiday (on appointment pro Rota ) Generous Final Salary Pension Scheme Free onsite Parking
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.
We embrace innovative thinking within the Division as a whole and therefore we are looking for dynamic, motivated, enthusiastic individuals, who are also keen team players. You should enjoy the challenge of working in a busy environment. You should be forward thinking, as well as eager to develop your own clinical skills. Experience would be an advantage, however the relevant training will be provided within the unit. Within this wide ranging role you will be offered opportunities to develop both clinically and professionally within a supportive environment.
You should have excellent communication skills (written and verbal), a flexible approach and the ability to work on your own initiative.
Further information on the role can be found within the attached Job Specification.
A full time post is 37.5 hours per week, part time hours can be discussed at interview. The full range of shifts can be discussed during an informal visit or during interview.
If you would like to arrange an informal visit or would like further information regarding the role please contact us on 01590663320 and ask to speak to one of the Senior Team.
We currently offer a Monday to Friday service with potential in the future to add a weekend service.
If you think that you can meet these challenges then we look forward to hearing from you.
Person specification
Qualifications, knowledge and experience
Essential
- 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
- Understanding of acute hospital environment and the role of SHCA
- Ability to demonstrate clarity and breadth in use of English language
- Completed care certificate or ability to complete within 6 months of appointment
- Requirement to be aware of and adhere to the care certificate standards; https://www.hee.nhs.uk/our-work/care-certificate
- Following completion of training demonstrates the ability to acknowledge changes in the patient’s physical/psychological needs and escalate as appropriate
- Capable of completing EQUIP training
- Following training able to provide evidence of training for the safe use of equipment within theatres
- Following training able to provide evidence of experience of working in the theatre environment
- Capable of completing core HCSW competencies and additional specific competencies related to area of work within 12 months of appointment
Desirable
- Previous Experience in: 1. Acute hospital setting. 2. Volunteer sector 3. Teaching Assistant 4. Nursing home carer
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This advert is for Healthcare Support Worker - Lymington with University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust in Southampton, South East, England. It is listed as a Band 2 Healthcare support worker role. The advertised salary is £25,272 Per Annum. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 29 Jun 2026.
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