Job Description

Start your NHS career and earn while you learn.

Join our

Healthcare Support Worker Development Programme

at Devon Partnership NHS Trust (Franklyn Hospital or Wonford Hospital) and gain hands-on experience during a 6-month paid placement.

Pay rates:

Weekdays: 12.21 per hour Saturdays/Nights: 17.22 per hour Sundays/Bank Holidays: 22.34 per hour

Why join us?

Work towards your

Care Certificate

, a nationally recognised qualification Receive dedicated support from your mentor and Ward Manager Explore career pathways into roles such as Senior Healthcare Assistant, Nursing Associate, or even Nursing and Midwifery

Where you'll work

Devon offers a mix of city, countryside, and coastal locations -- a great place to live and work. You'll be part of a team committed to improving lives and supporting staff wellbeing.

Benefits:

Weekly pay and paid annual leave Structured training and supervised shifts Monthly webinars and ongoing development opportunities

What you'll learn

Take observations, update patient records, and support daily activities Provide emotional support to patients and families Work as part of a team to ensure safety and deliver quality care

What we're looking for

No previous experience needed - full training provided A genuine passion for care and alignment with the NHS 6Cs Age 18+ and able to work at least 30 hours per week across varied shifts

Next steps

Interview and assessment day: Wednesday 7 January 2026 Classroom training: 27-30 January 2026 (unpaid) Induction week follows

Ready to begin your NHS journey? Apply today.

Who are NHS Professionals?

At NHS Professionals (NHSP), we manage the largest NHS flexible staff bank, placing highly skilled temporary workers across NHS Trusts to meet short, medium, and long-term workforce needs. We offer you the flexibility to choose when, where, and how you work, supporting your lifestyle while helping you feel part of our team and community. Whether you're looking for flexible shifts or fixed-term placements, we've got you covered.

NHS Professionals is committed to promoting equality of opportunity and fair treatment to all applicants regardless of race, nationality, ethnic origin, gender, marital status, mental or physical disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation, age, or offending history.

Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 6 months

Pay: From 12.21 per hour

Expected hours: 30 per week

Benefits:

Employee mentoring programme
Work Location: In person