Healthcare Support Worker

Healthcare Support Worker - Ward 1 (Surgical)/ HDU (Ref: 233229)

Substantive, Full and Part Time hours available

Band 3 - Salary range - £28,011 - £30,230 per annum

Plus Distant Islands Allowance of £2,482 per annum

Are you a Healthcare Support Worker or looking for a new challenge and development opportunity? Ward 1/HDU is a busy surgical unit that admits both adults and children that require surgery whether it’s planned surgery or emergency care. We strive to provide our patients with a patient centred approach to their care on an individual basis which includes a holistic methodology. The care provided is to an excellent standard in an extremely busy environment that is both challenging and rewarding. You will learn many new skills and enable patients to have the best possible standard of care.

Experience in the care sector is desirable but not essential. You will have effective written and verbal communication skills, numeracy and an interest in developing your skills in preventing healthcare associated infections (HAI).

You will be expected to comply with the Induction Standards and Code of Conduct for Healthcare Support Workers within 3 months of commencing your role – details can be viewed on http://www.hcswtoolkit.nes.scot.nhs.uk/resources/hcsw-standards-and-codes/

For an informal discussion or visit to Ward One, please contact Sheila Umphray or Helen Phillips on 01595 743359, or 01595 743035.

Closing date: 28th December 2025

Interviews: w/c 5th of January 2026

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Please note this is a local advertisement and no relocation or interview expenses are applicable.

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