# Senior Healthcare Support Worker - Bristol Children's > NHS job listing from Job Clerk for University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust. ## Canonical URLs - **HTML:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/senior-healthcare-support-worker-bristol-childrens/f350d160-225a-4ca3-a502-ebd6cfed31f5 - **Markdown:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/senior-healthcare-support-worker-bristol-childrens/f350d160-225a-4ca3-a502-ebd6cfed31f5.md ## Summary - **Status:** Live - **Employer:** University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust - **Town:** Bristol - **Region:** South West - **Country:** England - **Profession:** Healthcare support worker - **Grade:** Band 3 - **Salary:** £24,625 - £25,674 pa pro rata - **Contract type:** Permanent - **Employment type:** Full time, Part time, 37.5 hours per week - **Closing date:** 2026-06-28T23:59:00.000Z - **Posted:** 2026-06-12T10:51:56.861Z - **Source information URL:** https://www.healthjobsuk.com/job/UK/Bristol/Bristol/University_Hospitals_Bristol_Weston_NHS_Foundation_Trust/Healthcare_Support_Worker/Healthcare_Support_Worker-v8079406 - **Application URL:** https://apps.trac.jobs/job-advert/8079406?ShowJobAdvert=&feedid=9002 - **Employer website:** https://www.uhbw.nhs.uk ## Job Content ### Job overview Are You Passionate About Making a Difference in the Lives of Children and Young People? Do you have a compassionate nature and a genuine desire to help others? Are you looking for a rewarding role where you can develop your skills and progress in your career? If the answer is yes, then we want to hear from you! We currently have vacancies for Band 3 Senior Health Care Support Workers to join our dedicated and caring acute teams. This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals who are passionate about providing exceptional care to children and young people. Please note that all our current positions involve a full rota of day, night and weekend shifts. As a Band 3 Senior Healthcare Support Worker, you will play a crucial role in supporting children and young people with their healthcare needs. You will work alongside a multi-disciplinary team of nurses, doctors, and allied health professionals, delivering high-quality care in our Tertiary Children’s services. Assessment centre date will be held on Wednesday the 15th of July. ### Main duties of the job Your day-to-day responsibilities will include: - Supporting the clinical team with observations and treatments. - Assisting with personal care and ensuring the well-being of patients. - Providing emotional and practical support to children, young people and their families. - Helping maintain a safe, clean and supportive environment. - Working closely with other healthcare professionals in a team This role is ideal for someone who is caring, compassionate and eager to make a positive impact on the lives of young patients. For a more detailed job description and main responsibilities, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy. ### Detailed job description and main responsibilities Key Requirements to Apply: We are looking for individuals who are eager to learn, have excellent communication skills, and a positive, can-do attitude. To be shortlisted for this role, you must clearly demonstrate on your application the following: - Maths qualification at GCSE A*-C / 4-9 or Functional Skills Level 2 or equivalent. - English qualification at GCSE A*-C / 4-9 or Functional Skills Level 2 or equivalent. - Level 3 qualification (or higher) in any subject. - Acute caring experience in an acute healthcare or social care setting. - Experience or a passion for working with children and young people. If you do not have previous acute care experience, we offer a 12-week Band 2 to Band 3 Trainee Programme. This programme will equip you with the necessary skills and experience to successfully transition into the Band 3 role. Please indicate on your application if you are interested in this programme You will need to provide evidence of your educational qualification before your invitation to interview is confirmed. What We Offer: - Comprehensive training and development opportunities to enhance your career. - A supportive team environment where your contributions are valued. - Opportunities to work in a state-of-the-art children's hospital with a wide range of specialities. - Access to excellent NHS benefits, including a pension scheme and discounts on travel and shopping. - Generous holiday entitlement starting at 27 days per year, plus bank holidays (pro rata for part-time staff). All shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend an in-person assessment centre, where you will have the opportunity to showcase your skills and meet the team. If you are passionate about providing high-quality care to children and young people and meet the requirements outlined above, we encourage you to apply! Join us in making a difference in children's lives every day! ## Job Details Are You Passionate About Making a Difference in the Lives of Children and Young People? Do you have a compassionate nature and a genuine desire to help others? Are you looking for a rewarding role where you can develop your skills and progress in your career? If the answer is yes, then we want to hear from you! We currently have vacancies for Band 3 Senior Health Care Support Workers to join our dedicated and caring acute teams. This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals who are passionate about providing exceptional care to children and young people. Please note that all our current positions involve a full rota of day, night and weekend shifts. As a Band 3 Senior Healthcare Support Worker, you will play a crucial role in supporting children and young people with their healthcare needs. You will work alongside a multi-disciplinary team of nurses, doctors, and allied health professionals, delivering high-quality care in our Tertiary Children’s services. Assessment centre date will be held on Wednesday the 15th of July. ## Job Description Your day-to-day responsibilities will include: Supporting the clinical team with observations and treatments. Assisting with personal care and ensuring the well-being of patients. Providing emotional and practical support to children, young people and their families. Helping maintain a safe, clean and supportive environment. Working closely with other healthcare professionals in a team This role is ideal for someone who is caring, compassionate and eager to make a positive impact on the lives of young patients. For a more detailed job description and main responsibilities, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy. ## Responsibilities Key Requirements to Apply: We are looking for individuals who are eager to learn, have excellent communication skills, and a positive, can-do attitude. To be shortlisted for this role, you must clearly demonstrate on your application the following: Maths qualification at GCSE A*-C / 4-9 or Functional Skills Level 2 or equivalent. English qualification at GCSE A*-C / 4-9 or Functional Skills Level 2 or equivalent. Level 3 qualification (or higher) in any subject. Acute caring experience in an acute healthcare or social care setting. Experience or a passion for working with children and young people. If you do not have previous acute care experience, we offer a 12-week Band 2 to Band 3 Trainee Programme. This programme will equip you with the necessary skills and experience to successfully transition into the Band 3 role. Please indicate on your application if you are interested in this programme You will need to provide evidence of your educational qualification before your invitation to interview is confirmed. What We Offer: Comprehensive training and development opportunities to enhance your career. A supportive team environment where your contributions are valued. Opportunities to work in a state-of-the-art children's hospital with a wide range of specialities. Access to excellent NHS benefits, including a pension scheme and discounts on travel and shopping. Generous holiday entitlement starting at 27 days per year, plus bank holidays (pro rata for part-time staff). All shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend an in-person assessment centre, where you will have the opportunity to showcase your skills and meet the team. If you are passionate about providing high-quality care to children and young people and meet the requirements outlined above, we encourage you to apply! Join us in making a difference in children's lives every day! ## Person Specification ### Skills and Abilities **Essential** - Effective and appropriate communication skills both written and verbal - Able to complete appropriate documentation accurately - Demonstrate an awareness of healthcare work and policies and procedures - Committed to providing high quality patient care - Ability to work with minimum supervision to a high standard - IT skills, basic word, Email, keyboard skills - Ability and willingness to undertake appropriate training within given time frames - Flexible and adaptable to change, able to work a range of shifts and moving across wards/unit dependant on clinical need - Able to demonstrate calm, caring patient manner / attitude - Enthusiasm and commitment to working within the healthcare setting - Able to meet the physical and developmental demands of the role * ### Knowledge and Experience **Essential** - Experience of working in a health or social care setting - Be able to work as a member of a team - Experience of time management skills and prioritising work - Understands and committed to a caring approach to patients & relatives ### Education and Qualifications **Essential** - Maths qualification at GCSE A*-C / 4-9 or Functional Skills Level 2 or equivalent. - English qualification at GCSE A*-C / 4-9 or Functional Skills Level 2 or equivalent. - Level 3 qualification (or higher) in any subject. - Acute caring experience in an acute healthcare or social care setting. - Experience or a passion for working with children and young people. ## Documents - [band 3 childrens hcsw (pdf, 362.6kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10371394) - [uhbw behaviours and values (pdf, 299.3kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=2476) - [policy statement - ex offenders (pdf, 424.6kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=667) ## 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.