Job Description

The successful candidate will be responsible for the direct patient care, focussing on the specific needs of the individual, This will include all aspects of personal care, adherence to Infection Prevention policies, general cleanliness and tidiness on the ward, maintaining effective communication with the patients, their relatives and professional colleagues, You will be directly supervised and supported by a Registered Nurse.
There is a comprehensive training academy when you join the organisation and mandatory training package to support you with developing your clinical skills. We also offer annual stroke specific training to support the needs of our patient group.
Main duties of the job

• To demonstrate care and compassion whilst ensuring that patients' needs are met
• To carry out nursing and non-nursing duties as delegated by the registered nurse / midwife; using own initiative within the level of competence expected for the role.
• To assist and support members of the multi-professional team to provide a high standard of patient - centred care, performing duties without the need for constant direct supervision

You must be able to commit to our Full Time HCSW Academy for the first 4 weeks of your employment with our Trust. Please note our HCSW Academy takes place at our training site in Holgate, York. We are unable to provide travel options or reimburse travel costs for attendance at this.
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About us
For more information about our Trust, please visit:
https://yorkhospitals.pagetiger.com/hdjgxd
Our benefits
We offer a range of benefits to support our staff including:

• Access to the NHS Pension Scheme, providing generous benefits upon retirement, as well as a lump sum and pension for dependants
• 27 days holiday rising to 33 days (depending on NHS Trust service)
• A variety of different types of paid and unpaid leave covering emergency and planned leave
• Confidential advice and support on personal, work, family and relationship issues, 24/7, from our Employee Assistance Programme
• NHS Car Lease scheme and Cycle to Work scheme
• An extensive range of learning and development opportunities
• Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping, motoring, cinema and finance from a range of providers

For further information on the fantastic range of benefits we offer, please visit the Trust's dedicated Staff Benefits pages.
Details
Date posted
18 September 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 2
Salary
24,465 a year pro rata/per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time
Reference number
419-7406774-HCSW-MS
Job locations
Scarborough Hospital
Woodlands Drive
Scarborough
YO12 6QL
Job description
Job responsibilities
Interviews for this position will be held in person ONLY. Remote interviews will not be available.
Interested candidates are encouraged to make contact with the Recruiting Manager to have an informal discussion about the role
Please note this advert may close early if a high number of applications are received, we advise you to submit your application at your earliest convenience to avoid disappointment.
Please refer to the job description and person specification attached to this advert to read the duties of a Healthcare Support Worker.
A full description of the role is available in the attachment: job description.
Working for the Trust
Across our organisation, people are guided by values that were co-developed with staff: we are kind; we are open; and we pursue excellence.
Our values play into our ambition to develop a more diverse workforce, truly representative of our communities. We welcome applications from everyone, while working with our Staff Networks - including our Race Equality, LGBTQ+, Disability and Carers Networks - to increase the number of applications we receive from different backgrounds. If there is anything we can do to make our application process more accessible to you, please contact:yhs-tr.recruitment@nhs.net
As part of seeking to become more inclusive, we will consider requests for flexible working from the start of your employment. It may not be suitable for every role, but we will try and be supportive where we can. We would encourage you to speak to the recruiting manager named within this advert to discuss any requirements you may have.
Armed Forces Friendly Employer
We are holders of the Gold Award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, which is helping actively promote SaBRE - Supporting Britains Reservists and Employers. This means that we have made a statement of intent to support all Defence personnel, including with applications for employment. Job description
Job responsibilities
Interviews for this position will be held in person ONLY. Remote interviews will not be available.
Interested candidates are encouraged to make contact with the Recruiting Manager to have an informal discussion about the role
Please note this advert may close early if a high number of applications are received, we advise you to submit your application at your earliest convenience to avoid disappointment.
Please refer to the job description and person specification attached to this advert to read the duties of a Healthcare Support Worker.
A full description of the role is available in the attachment: job description.
Working for the Trust
Across our organisation, people are guided by values that were co-developed with staff: we are kind; we are open; and we pursue excellence.
Our values play into our ambition to develop a more diverse workforce, truly representative of our communities. We welcome applications from everyone, while working with our Staff Networks - including our Race Equality, LGBTQ+, Disability and Carers Networks - to increase the number of applications we receive from different backgrounds. If there is anything we can do to make our application process more accessible to you, please contact:yhs-tr.recruitment@nhs.net
As part of seeking to become more inclusive, we will consider requests for flexible working from the start of your employment. It may not be suitable for every role, but we will try and be supportive where we can. We would encourage you to speak to the recruiting manager named within this advert to discuss any requirements you may have.
Armed Forces Friendly Employer
We are holders of the Gold Award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, which is helping actively promote SaBRE - Supporting Britains Reservists and Employers. This means that we have made a statement of intent to support all Defence personnel, including with applications for employment.
Person Specification
Education, Qualifications and Training
Essential

• Basic literacy/ numeracy skills preferably gained through secondary school education
• Willingness to undertake training

Experience & Knowledge Required
Essential

• Detailed understanding of the role of a HCSW
• Awareness of what is important to a patient

Desirable

• Experience in a care setting

Skills & Attributes
Essential

• Good command of written and verbal English
• Able to communicate well with patients and other members of staff (face to face or over the phone)

Person Specification
Education, Qualifications and Training
Essential

• Basic literacy/ numeracy skills preferably gained through secondary school education
• Willingness to undertake training

Experience & Knowledge Required
Essential

• Detailed understanding of the role of a HCSW
• Awareness of what is important to a patient

Desirable

• Experience in a care setting

Skills & Attributes
Essential

• Good command of written and verbal English
• Able to communicate well with patients and other members of staff (face to face or over the phone)

Skills Required