Healthcare Support Worker

3 weeks ago


Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust Full time

About the Role

We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Healthcare Assistant to join our paediatric team within the Children's Unit at North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust. As a Healthcare Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting the nursing team to deliver high-quality care to our young patients and their families.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assist in providing a welcoming and non-threatening environment for children and their families.
  • Support patient care according to the care plan and under supervision of trained staff.
  • Carry out delegated nursing tasks subject to monitoring and evaluation by senior staff.
  • Contribute to the wellbeing of patients ensuring their comfort and dignity is maintained.
  • Deliver food and drinks to babies and children in line with their care plan.
  • Escort patients to other departments in the hospital and regional centres for investigations as required.
  • Assist in ensuring that a high level of quality care is offered to patients attending the department.

Person Specification

  • GCSE or equivalent in English Language and Maths or can demonstrate competency in the above.
  • NVQ Level 2 in Care (or other relevant subject).
  • Desire and ability to undertake appropriate training.
  • Evidence of working with babies/children and young people.
  • Good understanding of the role of the Health Care Support Worker.

What We Offer

  • Generous annual leave entitlement starting at 27 days and increasing to 29 days after five years of service and 33 days after 10 years of service, in addition to the national Bank Holidays (pro-rata for part time staff).
  • Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme.
  • Flexible working opportunities.
  • Enhanced hourly rates for unsociable hours night shifts, weekends, bank holidays.
  • Opportunities for career development and training to help you progress in your role.
  • Wellbeing support and activities to promote a healthy work environment.
  • Access to our in-house physiotherapy service.
  • On-site canteens offering subsidised meals.
  • Subsidised staff parking (currently free).
  • Free Stagecoach Bus Travel to and from work within Cambridgeshire and Peterborough.


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