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 Role As a Healthcare Support Worker within Regional Services, you will work as part of a multidisciplinary team, providing high-quality personal care and support to patients under the supervision and direction of a Registered Nurse. You will assist patients with activities of daily living, support the delivery of protected and compassionate care, and help maintain a clean, organised, and safe ward environment. The role also involves supporting ward housekeeping duties, maintaining stock levels, and contributing to the effective day-to-day running of the department. This role does not meet the eligibility criteria for a Skilled Worker visa or a Health and Care Worker visa. NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is unable to provide candidates or employees with a Certificate of Sponsorship (COS).

Duration, Location, and Working Pattern

2 x Permanent Roles

Queen Elizabeth University Hospital

36 Hours (12 Hours - Days, Nights, Weekends)

Key Responsibilities As a Healthcare Support Worker, you will support the delivery of direct patient care under the guidance of a Registered Nurse, ensuring patients receive safe, high-quality, person-centred care. You will assist patients with activities of daily living, observe and report any changes in their physical or psychological condition, and maintain positive and empathetic relationships with patients, relatives and carers. The post holder will work closely with the wider multidisciplinary team to support patient care,



maintain patient confidentiality, adhere to infection prevention and control procedures, and follow all relevant policies, procedures and standards. You will also contribute to ward housekeeping, stock control, safe use of equipment and resources, and maintain accurate patient records where required. In addition, you will take part in ongoing training and personal development to maintain and enhance your skills and knowledge.

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

Experience working within a healthcare, care or support environment.

Understanding of person-centred patient care.

Ability to communicate effectively with patients, relatives, carers and multidisciplinary teams.

Awareness of patient confidentiality and data protection requirements.

Knowledge of infection prevention and control procedures.

Understanding of health and safety legislation and safe working practices.

Ability to recognise and report changes in a patient's condition to a Registered Nurse.

Basic record-keeping skills, including completion of patient documentation such as fluid balance charts.

Willingness to participate in ongoing training, education and professional development.

Ability to safely use ward-based equipment following appropriate training.

Understanding of stock control and housekeeping responsibilities within a clinical environment.

What We Offer 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

Think of AI as a helper, not a substitute. We want to understand you, not an AI tool.

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.

By signing the

Armed Forces Covenant , NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer. 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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