Senior Healthcare Support Worker

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.Who we are:NHS Ayrshire and Arran is one of 14 territorial NHS Boards within NHS Scotland. In support of our core purpose of Working together to achieve the healthiest life possible for everyone in Ayrshire and Arran we are committed to a culture that is Caring Safe and Respectful. You will be required to work collaboratively in a safe, caring and respectful way.To find out more about NHS Ayrshire and Arran please visit our website - NHS Ayrshire & Arran - Home (nhsaaa.net)PositionAn opportunity has arisen for a Senior Healthcare Support Worker at University Hospital Ayr.What you will do:You must have a genuine interest in working within this area and the understanding that given the appropriate training and support, you will be required to work in each area as required.You will carry out direct patient care in support and supervised by a registered nurse.For further information on the role please click the link below to view the job descriptionKnowledge, training and/or experience required to do the job:You should possess excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, and can work under your own initiative in an environment that is busy and demanding.You must possess evidence of effective team working & excellent interpersonal skills and be committed to patient focused care.Previous hospital experience or similar experience in a care setting is preferred.Hours: 34.1 per weekFixed Term/Secondment:Please note this job is a fixed term/secondment until 31st March 2025.If you want to find out more about the role, please contact Senior Charge Nurse Sharon Deans on [email protected] or 01292 614613Senior Charge Nurse Rosemary Murray on [email protected] or 01292 614613Senior Charge Nurse Sadie Wilson on [email protected] or 01292 614613ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR CANDIDATESYou should apply for this post by completing the application process on JobTrain.DO NOT upload a CV as this will not be used for shortlisting purposes.Posts close at midnight on the indicated date. Late applications will not be accepted.For help to complete an application on JobTrain, please follow this link: https://www.careers.nhs.scot/how-to-apply/application-process/To view our accessibility statement, please follow this link: https://www.eess.nhs.scot/jobtrain-accessibility-statement/Please note that our correspondence method is by email, therefore please ensure you enter your email address accurately.Please check your email regularly (including junk folders) and also your JobTrain account for updates.Please contact JobTrain Candidate Support Hub : https://jobseekersupport.jobtrain.co.uk/support/home - for advice and support with any system issues.We recommend using the Internet Browser "Google Chrome" or "Microsoft Edge" when using JobTrain.Once you have submitted your application form you will be unable to make any amendments.Some of our vacancies are for internal candidates only. If you are a staff member, please ensure you update your JobTrain profile to reflect that you are employed by NHS Ayrshire and Arran.Please note, for all vacancies where a driving licence is required this must be a full UK/EU/EEA licence.NHS Ayrshire and Arran has a legal obligation to ensure that it does not employ any worker who has not been granted the relevant permission to work in the UK. This permission is, without exception, granted by UK Visas and Immigrations. We are required to check the entitlement to work in the UK of all prospective employees, regardless of nationality or job category. Candidates who require a Certificate of Sponsorship can access further information at www.bia.homeoffice.gov.uk We are unable to provide sponsorship for bank contracts.