NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the United Kingdom, employing approximately 40,000 staff across a wide range of clinical and non‑clinical professions and roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health services to a population of over 1.15 million people, and to a wider population of 2.2 million when regional and national services are included.
The Role
An exciting opportunity has arisen for the position of a Senior Health Care Support Worker within the Cardiology Ward at the Royal Hospital for Children. We are looking for an enthusiastic, highly motivated, dynamic and approachable individual with excellent communication and interpersonal skills, who is prepared to participate in ongoing learning. All roles will be assessed for sponsorship eligibility in line with current Home Office requirements. NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) can only issue a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) where these are met.
Duration, Location, and Working Pattern
- This is a part time role for 34.5 hours
- These hours will be worked rotationally, dayshifts and nightshifts over 7 days
- This post will be based at the Royal Hospital for Children
- Please note the salary is Pro Rata for part time hours.
Key Responsibilities
Work within Ward 1E, a 14‑bedded inpatient ward providing national cardiology care for children and young people across Scotland, supporting the multidisciplinary team in delivering high‑quality patient care.
Knowledge, training, qualifications and/or experience required to do the job
- SVQ Level 3 or equivalent
- Basic literacy and numeracy
- Previous child care experience
- Excellent communication, interpersonal and organisational skills
- Willingness to undertake training and become competent within 6 months in:
- Recording Vital Signs
- Pressure Area Care
- Nasogastric Feeding
- Gastrostomy Feeding
- Moving and Handling
What We Offer
- A minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus public holidays
- Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, including life insurance benefits
- Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme
- Development opportunities including study bursaries, e‑learning and classroom‑based courses
- Enhanced pay for working public holidays
- NHS discounts on a wide range of goods and services
- Confidential employee support and assistance, including counselling and psychological therapies
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion and are proud of the diverse workforce we employ.
By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer. We welcome applications from across the Armed Forces Community and recognise military skills, experience and qualifications throughout the recruitment and selection process.
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde recognises the importance of work‑life balance and is committed to offering a range of flexible working options where service needs allow. For roles where less than full‑time hours can be accommodated, and where the tenure is listed as “various”, we encourage applications from individuals seeking flexible working arrangements. Flexible working will be included as a topic for discussion during the recruitment process.
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