Outreach Health Care Support Worker

Job overview

Key part of this role is to support the care home sector in preventing inappropriate admissions to hospital by supporting the sector particularly on an EVENING/ WEEKEND.

As a member of multi-agency team, under direct and indirect supervision, to assist qualified staff. Will assist staff with assessment, provision and evaluation of care and treatment to patients, predominantly over the age of 65 suffering from mental health/Dementia problems in a community or care home setting.

To undertake a range of delegated duties including assisting in offering practical advice, support and guidance to clients, carers and their families, as appropriate to their situation, as part of an agreed care plan under the direction of one or more team members

To assist in the delivery and evaluation of care and treatment prescribed by team members within the level of own authority and personal capabilities. To support and work directly with carer and clients where appropriate, by providing information, advice and practical assistance as part of a specific care plan in their own homes or other settings

Closing Date: 8th March 2026 (midnight)

Shortlisting Date:  8th March 2026

Interview Date:  18th March 2026

Main duties of the job

Main duties:

When necessary, assist clients including those who are subject to the Court of Protection, Mental Health Act, Guardianship or Appointeeship, in managing finances under the direction of the Care Co-ordinator · Monitoring of patients’ compliance with medication, facilitating, collecting and delivering repeat prescriptions when necessary.· Observing for untoward effects of medication and treatment and reporting concerns to the appropriate professionals.

• Recognise, report and record observations where necessary of any significant change in patients’ behaviour, mood, or activities of daily living.
• Provide timely appropriate, accurate and concise information both written and verbal to other team members. · Relationship-building: Instigate, develop and maintain therapeutic relationships with clients and their carers in order to facilitate the provision of care. Utilise listening and questioning skills. Behave in an open and honest manner toward clients, relatives and carers, and other members of the team.
• Talking to patients: Instigate, where appropriate, conversation with patients, using skills and aids as required in order to overcome speech and communication difficulties. Use appropriate skills and techniques required in order to communicate effectively and therapeutically with patients who have disorders of mood, thought and perception resulting from mental illness.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please read the attached Job description and person specification for more details about this role.

Right to Work in the UK

Applicants should be aware that for any individual who requires a visa to work in the UK, the Trust provides sponsorship for registered healthcare practitioner roles only. This is an essential requirement of the role, and the Trust is unable to offer you a role if you are unable to meet Trust requirements for sponsorship and Home Office requirements for a visa.

Prior to your appointment you will be asked to provide confirmation of your right to work and reside in the UK. During your continued employment with the Trust, you have a personal responsibility to notify your manager as soon as possible should there be any changes to your right to work status.

Regrettably, if the role is not eligible for sponsorship under the Trust’s eligibility criteria, the Trust are unable to extend your employment beyond the expiration of your current visa. The Trust is not responsible or liable for ensuring that your employment continues after this period.

As a condition of continuous employment, it essential you maintain the legal right to work in the United Kingdom throughout the duration of your employment with Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust (BDCFT). Any change in your right-to-work status, including but not limited to visa expiration, revocation, or denial of renewal, may impact your eligibility for employment with the Trust. It is your responsibility to promptly inform your Line Manager of any changes in your right-to-work status immediately and to provide necessary documentation for verification purposes. Failure to obtain or renew your visa in a timely manner is a breach of employment conditions and will result in termination of your employment. We appreciate your attention to this matter and your commitment to fulfilling this requirement promptly.