Job Description

A Senior Healthcare Support Worker (SHCSW) supports registered healthcare professionals by performing delegated clinical, therapeutic, and non-clinical tasks for patients, using their experience and knowledge to make decisions within their scope of practice.
Working effectively alongside Registered Nurses/Practitioners within the Department you will contribute to the assessment and care needs of your patients. This will include recording and documenting physiological changes to the patients condition. You will practice in accordance to Trust standards and policies and work within your roles boundaries.
Main duties of the job
Working clinically to ensure the safety and quality of the care given to your designated patients and under the supervision of a registered nurse/practitioner
Undertaking the following, but not restricted to, clinical tasks competently and efficiently:

• Cannulation and Venepuncture
• Wound Care and basic wound closure
• Performing ECGs
• Competently taking and interpreting Vital signs on adults
• Competently undertaking Adult Assessments
• Able to make appropriate referrals to Adult and, if necessary Child Safeguarding teams

Supporting and working with all colleagues during the shift
Liaising with the wider MDT to maintain safety
Helping to facilitate the development of the service as part of the wider team
To participate in discussions and projects that will benefit the team, the patients and the department as a whole
Working under guidance and in conjunction with the senior nursing team and the departmental Matron
Following the Department's and Trust's Policies and Protocols to ensure the safety of patients and of the department
About us
Why Work With Us
George Earle is a 28 bedded acute medical ward specialising in the care of stroke, neurology and medical patients. The ward works as a multi-disciplinary team, of which you will be a valued member. The ward is busy and fast paced, and you will need to prioritise your work and adapt to changing needs. You will be supported with a ward induction and Trust HCSW induction if appropriate as well as regular training and updates. You will support your team to provide high quality and safe care for your patients.
Details
Date posted
17 October 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
24,937 to 26,598 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
388-7490509-MUEC
Job locations
George Earle Ward, Torbay Hospital
Lowes Bridge
Torquay
TQ2 7AA
Job description
Job responsibilities
Full Vacancy details can be found on the attached /Person Specification. Please refer to your suitability to the post in your supporting information from the role requirements or person specification. Job description
Job responsibilities
Full Vacancy details can be found on the attached /Person Specification. Please refer to your suitability to the post in your supporting information from the role requirements or person specification.
Person Specification
Written and verbal questions
Essential

• NVQ 3 in healthcare or working towards
• Previous care experience in hospital or care home setting
• English and Maths at GCSE or Level 2 Functional Skills
• Proven communication skills
• Willingness to learn new skills

Desirable

• Care Certificate
• Working knowledge of Adult Safeguarding
• Basic Computer Skills
• Previous NHS experience

Person Specification
Written and verbal questions
Essential

• NVQ 3 in healthcare or working towards
• Previous care experience in hospital or care home setting
• English and Maths at GCSE or Level 2 Functional Skills
• Proven communication skills
• Willingness to learn new skills

Desirable

• Care Certificate
• Working knowledge of Adult Safeguarding
• Basic Computer Skills
• Previous NHS experience

Skills Required