Health Care Support Worker – Community – Modern Apprenticeship

Company: NHS Scotland
Apply for the Health Care Support Worker – Community – Modern Apprenticeship
Location: Wideopen
Job Description:

  • This post is currently not accepting applications until the Interest Calls detailed in this advert have taken place. The post will re-open on Friday 29th of May at 3pm**

Exciting Opportunities: Modern Apprenticeships in Social Services and Healthcare

NHS Lanarkshire is thrilled to announce vacancies for Modern Apprenticeships in Social Services and Healthcare (community based) within Lanarkshire.

Key Details

  • Locations: Based in various locations throughout Lanarkshire.
  • Wage: Band 2 (£26,696 – £28,988)
  • Duration: Fixed-term positions for 12 months starting from 18th of August 2026. Part-time hours available with pro-rata salary.
  • Eligibility: Applicants aged between 16 to 24 years old on 1st of August 2026, (or up to 29 years for applicants with a disability or those with care experience) are eligible. Must demonstrate proficiency at SCQF level 5/National 5 level.

What We Offer

  • Training: Gain invaluable on-the-job training to develop essential healthcare skills.
  • Qualification: Work towards achieving a Level 6 SCQF qualification in Social Services and Healthcare, a nationally recognised qualification.

What We’re Looking For

  • Motivated Individuals: Highly motivated and committed individuals eager to join our Modern Apprenticeship programme.
  • Skills: Strong communication skills and the ability to understand various procedures and processes.
  • Interest: A keen interest in healthcare roles, coupled with a positive approach to work and a passion for providing excellent patient care.

Duties as a Healthcare Assistant in the community, may include:

  • Personal Care: Assisting with bathing, dressing, and oral hygiene.
  • Clinical Support: Performing basic clinical tasks like taking temperatures or blood pressures under supervision.
  • Community Care: Visiting patients at home, assisting with meals, and monitoring conditions.
  • Documentation: Reporting patient conditions to registered staff.
  • Safety & Hygiene: Ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients.

No Prior Experience Necessary: This Apprenticeship welcomes applicants with limited work experience, including school leavers.

How To Apply

  • Please complete our online application form
  • Find out more about the roles, our Modern Apprenticeship programme, and the application process by joining one of our online MS Teams sessions:

Interest call 1: Thursday the 28th of May at 11am

Interest call 2: Friday the 29th of May at 2pm

We strongly encourage you to attend these sessions for guidance before applying

Additional Information

For full details about this Modern Apprenticeship and the recruitment process, please refer to the attached job pack.

For any informal enquiries, feel free to contact Nicole Grant on nicole.grant@lanarkshire.scot.nhs.uk, Senior Employability Officer/Job Coach Lead.

Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to kick-start your career journey with NHS Lanarkshire! Apply now and embark on a rewarding path of growth and development. …

Posted: June 1st, 2026