NHS Scotland Commitment
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.
Position
Senior Healthcare Support Worker, based at Central Clinic – Kilmarnock. This is a permanent post covering term‑time.
This role will be advertised on NHS Jobs Scotland. We anticipate a high level of interest and may close the vacancy early once enough applications are received, so please complete and submit your application as soon as possible.
Hours
30 hours per week. From 1 April 2026, the working week for NHS Agenda for Change staff in Scotland will be reduced. Full‑time hours will reduce from 37 to 36 hours (pro rata for part‑time staff) without loss of earnings.
UK Driving Licence
A UK driving licence is essential for this role, as this post is community based covering various clinic locations.
What You Will Do
The post provides interventional support for families and delivers programmes of work which are delegated and supervised by the child’s School Nurse. The Healthcare Support Worker is integral to the local School Nursing teams in East Ayrshire where joint working with partners is essential to the delivery of co‑ordinated care with families. A key interest in areas of supporting children with additional needs, positive parenting, supporting families affected by addictions, child communication, language development, nutrition, play and healthy weight are essential.
Knowledge, Training and/or Experience Required
* Educational attainment at SPQ level 6 or working towards this.
* Experience of working with children and families in the community or within an education setting.
* Knowledge of health and social care services available for children and families.
* Knowledge of the issues that can impact the health and wellbeing of children and their families.
* Ability to work on own initiative and unsupervised.
* Good communication skills (verbal and written).
If you want to find out more about the role, please contact Marie Watt, CTL, tel: 07929 840121.
Right to Work / Certificates of Sponsorship
To work in the United Kingdom, you must demonstrate the relevant permission to work in the country. This permission is, without exception, granted by the UK Visa and Immigration Service. Further information on what NHS Scotland Boards are required to check for you and your responsibilities can be found in the attached Candidate Information Pack.
It is essential that you have already a right to work in the UK or that the post is eligible to be sponsored before submitting your application. NHS Ayrshire & Arran may be able to offer visa sponsorship for certain roles, provided the post meets the minimum salary threshold and any other required criteria. When considering if a post meets the salary threshold for sponsorship, please note that the salary advertised is based on a full‑time contract and must be pro‑rated for part‑time positions. Sponsorship is not guaranteed and is assessed on a case‑by‑case basis following interview and at the commencement of pre‑employment checks.
We are unable to provide sponsorship for Band 2 posts or bank contracts.
Additional Information for Candidates
* You should apply for this post by completing the application process on NHS Jobs Scotland.
* 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 NHS Jobs Scotland, please follow this link: https://www.careers.nhs.scot/how-to-apply/application-process/
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* Some of our vacancies are for internal candidates only. If you are a staff member, please ensure you update your NHS Jobs Scotland account 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.
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