Overview
Vacancy at University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust. Supporting the Registered Nursing staff in the delivery of personal care and assistance for patients across University Hospital Coventry and Hospital of St Cross, Rugby.
Key Dates
Assessment centre and interviews will be held on 13 October 2025 for shortlisted candidates. This advert closes when sufficient applications have been received. Apply promptly if interested.
Requirements and Immunisation
Successful applicants will be required to provide an immunisation and vaccination report from a UK occupational health provider or UK GP. Sponsorship is not available for this role.
Role and Salary
Healthcare Support Worker (HCSW) – Band 2 – £24,465+ enhancements. As a Band 2 HCSW you must have previous care experience or a relevant Level 2 health and social care qualification, or experience in a person-centred and public facing role. Full and part-time posts are available; salary pro rata for part-time staff.
Qualifications
You must have either:
* Level 2 BTEC Diploma or Extended Diploma or equivalent qualification, or
* Previous care experience or experience in a person-centred and public facing role.
Induction and Development
Successful applicants will receive a robust weeklong induction, mandatory enrolment on the “Time to Care” programme and Care Certificate qualification support.
Trust and Culture
University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust is rated as good by the Care Quality Commission and is a large teaching Trust. We are committed to diversity, equality and human rights, and a values-led recruitment approach.
Locations and Vacancies
Current vacancies are listed below.
* Rugby Hospital of St Cross: Day Surgery; Oak Ward; Rugby Chemo Suite; Rugby Theatres; Rugby Dermatology; Rugby Ophthalmology
* UHCW: Stroke Ward; Neurology Ward; Orthopaedics Ward; Emergency Medicine; Care of the Elderly Ward; Endocrinology Ward; Endoscopy; Respiratory Medicine; Medical Ward; Gastroenterology Ward; Surgical Assessment Ward; Theatres; Dermatology
Recruitment Centre and Assessments
If shortlisted, you will be invited to attend a Recruitment Centre to understand the role and demonstrate how you would provide high quality care. The centre includes a basic literacy comprehension test; successful candidates progress to assessments and interview. If placed, we will keep you updated on vacancies; if no suitable vacancy arises, your application may be withdrawn.
Values and Recruitment
Recruiting to Values: interviews may include a Values Based Interview to explore how and why you do what you do. Review the Trust’s Values and Behaviours Framework and Values Based Recruitment Factsheet on the right side of the job page. Provide examples from work or personal life demonstrating these values.
Attachments and Further Details
For further details of the job role please see the attached job description.
Closing Date
This advert closes on Sunday 5 October 2025.
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