NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the United Kingdom, employing approximately 40,000 staff across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health services to a population of over 1.15 million people, and to a wider population of 2.2 million when regional and national services are included.

The Senior Health Care Support Worker (HCSW) is part of the multidisciplinary team delivering patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse/Midwife. The role involves carrying out a range of patient care tasks to support the effective delivery of safe, high-quality, person-centred care within acute and community settings, following NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde policies and procedures.

This role does not meet the eligibility criteria for a Skilled Worker visa or a Heath and Care Worker visa. This is a permanent post

Monday to Friday, 08:30–16:30

Base: Gartnavel General Hospital

Please note the salary is Pro Rata for part time hours.

You will deliver patient care as directed by a Registered Nurse/Midwife, demonstrating care and compassion towards patients, carers and relatives. Your responsibilities will include carrying out patient observations and tests, such as blood pressure monitoring, urinalysis and pregnancy testing; undertaking delegated clinical care tasks, including wound observation and dressings, removal of peripheral cannulas and stoma bag changes; monitoring and reporting changes in patients' physical or psychological needs; You will communicate effectively with the multidisciplinary team, maintain accurate patient records, protect confidentiality and follow infection prevention and control, health and safety, and other relevant procedures.



You will also check and maintain equipment, support housekeeping and stock control, and take part in training and personal development activities to maintain and develop your skills.

Knowledge, training, qualifications and/or experience required to do the job:

SVQ Level 3 qualification or equivalent knowledge gained through relevant experience, on-the-job training and short courses.

You will understand and comply with the Mandatory Induction Standards for Healthcare Support Workers in Scotland and the Code of Conduct for Healthcare Support Workers.

You will complete and maintain all required statutory and mandatory training.

You will understand and follow relevant policies and procedures, including escort policy, infection prevention and control, and health and safety.

You will work within your scope of practice under the direct and indirect supervision of a Registered Nurse/Midwife.

You will complete the required in-house training programme.

You will demonstrate the core skills required to undertake patient care and other delegated tasks competently.

You will demonstrate a caring and compassionate approach to patient care.

We offer a wide range of supportive policies designed to enhance your employee journey, including a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work Scheme, bursary scheme and extensive learning and development opportunities.

A minimum of 27 days annual leave,



increasing with length of service, plus public holidays

Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, including life insurance benefits

Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme

Development opportunities including study bursaries, e-learning and classroom-based courses

Enhanced pay for working public holidays

NHS discounts on a wide range of goods and services

Confidential employee support and assistance, including counselling and psychological therapies

Telephone: View phone number on foundit.in

We recommend applying as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

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Applications that rely on AI-generated content may be withdrawn. Tip: Think of AI as a helper, not a substitute. NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) recognises the importance of work-life balance and is committed to offering a range of flexible working options where service needs allow. For roles where less than full-time hours can be accommodated, and where the tenure is listed as 'various' , we encourage applications from individuals seeking flexible working arrangements. Flexible working will be included as a topic for discussion during the recruitment process.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all sections of the community . We are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion and are proud of the diverse workforce we employ.

We welcome applications from across the Armed Forces Community and recognise military skills, experience and qualifications throughout the recruitment and selection process.

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