Employer: Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust
Site: Huddersfield Royal Infirmary, Calderdale Royal Hospital
Location: Huddersfield, Halifax
Salary: £18,954 per annum
Period: Yearly
Closing date: 28/06/2026 23:59
Interview date: 06/07/2026
Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust (CHFT) is committed to equal opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics.
Job overview
We are looking to recruit motivated, caring, compassionate individuals for the role of Apprentice Healthcare Support Workers.
The Apprenticeship programme offers a full‑time 18‑month fixed‑term contract that in most cases leads to a permanent position with CHFT.
Applicants must be aged 18 or over on the date of starting and have lived in the UK for at least 3 years prior to enrolment.
You MUST NOT hold a degree, level four qualification or above in a health‑related subject.
You must not have significant healthcare experience.
Required qualifications:
- Care Certificate
- BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Care
- English and Maths GCSE at grades 9 – 1 / A*–G or equivalent
Applicants should be able to provide valid certificates or demonstrate these qualifications at interview.
Training and support will be provided by a Vocational Trainer.
We are recruiting a cohort planned to start in September 2026, therefore candidates must be available to start promptly.
Interviews will be held week commencing 6th July.
Main duties of the job
Additional details and preferences may be discussed at interview. You may be allocated to Calderdale Royal Hospital or Huddersfield Royal Infirmary.
You must have the ability to work under pressure and possess excellent communication skills with a genuine interest in caring for people.
Key responsibilities include:
- Provide personal care to patients
- Assist with nutritional needs
- Monitor the health and well‑being of patients in your care
- Assist and support with procedures as required
- Effective communication with patients, visitors and staff
Shifts are rotational and may include nights, evenings, weekends, and early shifts starting at 7 am. Some departments may operate Monday to Friday only.
Working for our organisation
CHFT is an integrated Trust of more than 6,500 colleagues providing hospital and community services across Calderdale and Kirklees.
We are rated ‘Good’ by the Care Quality Commission and are a top‑performing Trust for Elective Recovery, Emergency and Cancer Care.
Person specification
Knowledge, experience & expertise
- Commitment to working in the caring profession
- Less than 12 months’ experience in a care setting
- A desire to make a difference to patients’ lives
- Evidence of kindness and compassion or caring on a personal or professional basis demonstrated within application
- Understanding of record‑keeping, including use of electronic systems such as Nerve Centre
Qualifications & Training
- English GCSE grade 9 – 1 / A*–G (or equivalent)
- Must NOT hold a Level 4 qualification or above in a health‑related subject
- Committed to completing the Healthcare Support Worker Intermediate Apprenticeship
- Good English skills in application
Communication & Relationships
- Ability to work as a team member
- Ability to work in a busy environment
- Able to work under direction
- MUST have lived in the UK for 3 years
Equal opportunities
CHFT is committed to equal opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics.
Reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled applicants.
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