Job Description

Ward 36 (gastroenterology and hepatology) have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic, motivated and experienced health care support worker to join our friendly and dynamic team. We are looking for caring individuals who have a flexible approach to working and have previous experience of band 2 or band 3 health care support worker .
The successful applicants must possess excellent communication skills and enjoy working as part of a team. We require a health care support worker who has drive and passion for this area of work and is committed to the deliver a high standard of care.
The post advertised will have a probationary period where the successful candidates will be expected to have completed the relevant training , OSCEs and gained competence in cannulation, venepuncture, wound dressings, observations and assist with procedures that support diagnosis e.g. urine or stool samples. . By submitting this application you acknowledge that interviews will be held in person ONLY and no remote interviews will be offered
Main duties of the job
Our successful candidate will:
Assist the registered practitioner in providing high quality compassionate care and assistance to patients/relatives and their carers, appropriate to their needs.
Be responsible for carrying out tasks as delegated by the registered practitioner, who has overall accountability for delegating care.
Provide pastoral support to new starters to the ward in a kind and compassionate manner.
Use their own initiative within the level of competence to complete day to day activities for the role.
Comply with the Trust's vision, values and behavioural Framework.
Please see attached Job description and specification for full details of the job advertised
About us
For further information about working for 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 generous relocation package of up to 30% of salary (capped at 18k) to support with relocation expenses for hard to fill positions where relocation would be an expectation to undertake the role fully. If you would like to discuss a potential relocation package, please speak to the recruiting department/manager.
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
29 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
419-7553783-SHW-MY
Job locations
Ward 36
Wigginton Road
York
YO31 8HE
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please note that if a high number of applications are received this advert may close early. You are advised to submit your application at the earliest opportunity.
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
Please note that if a high number of applications are received this advert may close early. You are advised to submit your application at the earliest opportunity.
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
Qualifications
Essential

• Completion of the Skills for Health Care Certificate (or equivalent)

Desirable

• Level 3 qualification or equivalent (UK equivalent) (Health and Social Care qualification preferred) or working towards
• Numeracy/literacy skills to Level 1 (GCSE Grade 2-3, D-F or equivalent)

Experience
Essential

• 1-year's previous experience in a Health Care Support Worker role

Skills
Essential

• Demonstrable effective written and verbal communication skills
• Basic IT skills, able to digitally record observations accurately and use applications such as email on a computer or smart device (e.g. tablet).
• Ability to prioritise tasks
• Competent to record and escalate patient observations, undertake venepuncture, and to be trained in cannulation.

Desirable

• Able to escalate to colleagues about anything which falls outside the scope of role.
• Able to accurately communicate health-related information to patients and colleagues in an understandable way, adapting communication style to meet the needs of the recipient.
• Able to use my own initiative in relation to the tasks associated with role.

Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• Completion of the Skills for Health Care Certificate (or equivalent)

Desirable

• Level 3 qualification or equivalent (UK equivalent) (Health and Social Care qualification preferred) or working towards
• Numeracy/literacy skills to Level 1 (GCSE Grade 2-3, D-F or equivalent)

Experience
Essential

• 1-year's previous experience in a Health Care Support Worker role

Skills
Essential

• Demonstrable effective written and verbal communication skills
• Basic IT skills, able to digitally record observations accurately and use applications such as email on a computer or smart device (e.g. tablet).
• Ability to prioritise tasks
• Competent to record and escalate patient observations, undertake venepuncture, and to be trained in cannulation.

Desirable

• Able to escalate to colleagues about anything which falls outside the scope of role.
• Able to accurately communicate health-related information to patients and colleagues in an understandable way, adapting communication style to meet the needs of the recipient.
• Able to use my own initiative in relation to the tasks associated with role.

Skills Required