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Job requirements
Essential
2 listedRequirements the employer expects applicants to meet.
- Education
gnificant experience of the NHS and/or health/childcare and an interest in the speciality with knowledge of wider issues relating to health care.
- Clinical Practice
Significant experience of the NHS and/or health/childcare and an interest in the speciality with knowledge of wider issues relating to health care.
Desirable
1 listedAdditional qualities the employer would prefer.
- Education
Evidence of the care certificate or commitment to achieve on joining Trust
Job overview
Are you looking to become part of a strong cohesive nursing team working within the Critical Care environment?
We currently have vacancies within our Specialist Intensive Care Unit at the Churchill Hospital (CICU) and Oxford Critical Care (OCC). We are looking to appoint enthusiastic, motivated and dynamic individuals who will enhance our friendly team and assist with the delivery of high quality care to those using our service.
Main duties of the job
As a member of the Critical Care team the healthcare support worker must be able to prioritise and contribute to the delivery of high standards of care to patients, families and their carers in a safe and supportive environment under the direction of a registered practitioner. As part of the wider team the healthcare support worker will assist in developing and maintaining services provided to patients and contribute to the safe, efficient and smooth running of the ward/clinical area/department maintaining the dignity and privacy of all patients and their families and carers and respect their right to confidentiality at all times.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for a comprehensive overview of the role, including key responsibilities. These documents outline the expectations of the position, the skills and experience needed to perform effectively. Applicants are encouraged to review both documents carefully to ensure a clear understanding of the role and to demonstrate how their knowledge, experience, and attributes align with the stated requirements and selection standards fully.
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
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This advert is for Senior Healthcare Support Worker with Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust in Oxford, England. It is listed as a Band 3 Healthcare support worker role. The advertised salary is £25,760 - £27,476 per annum pro rata. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 14 Oct 2026.
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