Job details
- Job reference: 257372
- Salary: Band 3 (£29,103 - £31,409)
- Job closing date: 06/09/2026
- Job Type: Nursing and Midwifery
- Location: Raigmore Hospital
- Employment type: Permanent
- Hours Per Week: 27.6
- Job posted date: 20/08/2026
- Employer (NHS Board): NHS Highland
- Department: Raigmore Hospital Ward 2A
We are looking for a caring and compassionate Healthcare Support Worker to join our dedicated team on Ward 2A, a busy stroke and Medicine for the Elderly ward.
The successful candidate will support patients with personal care, mobility, nutrition, rehabilitation, and activities of daily living while working closely with nurses and the wider multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality, person-centred care.
This role is particularly suited to individuals with experience caring for older adults, whether in a healthcare, care home, community, or personal caring setting. Experience supporting people with complex physical, cognitive, or rehabilitation needs would be advantageous.
We are seeking someone who is compassionate, reliable, and committed to promoting dignity, independence, and wellbeing for our patients.
If you are passionate about making a difference and providing excellent care to older people and stroke patients, we would welcome your application.
Informal enquiries to Yvonne Mackay, SCN Ward 2A 01463 704451 / Yvonne.mackay2@nhs.scot
Please note that due to the hours offered this post is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship and a CoS cannot be provided.
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This advert is for Senior Healthcare Support Worker with NHS Highland in Raigmore Hospital, GB. It is listed as a Band 3 Healthcare support worker role. The advertised salary is £29,103 - £31,409. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 06 Sep 2026.
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