Overview
This role offers a unique chance to deliver high-quality, compassionate care to patients admitted to our Frailty Ward. In Frailty we care for patients with a wide range of medical needs—from older adults with complex conditions to those requiring urgent assessment and treatment. Whether helping with personal care, monitoring vital signs, or assisting with mobility and nutrition, your contribution will be essential to patient safety, dignity, and recovery. You'll need strong clinical awareness, adaptability, and commitment to excellence. You will uphold the Trust's values: Caring, Accountable, Respectful, Engaging. This position offers a stimulating, supportive environment with opportunities for professional growth and exposure to varied clinical presentations.
Interviews for this position are held in person ONLY and remote interviews will not be offered. If a high number of applications are received this advert may close early; you are advised to submit your application at the earliest opportunity.
Main duties of the job
* Assist patients with personal care, including washing, dressing, toileting, and mobility, ensuring that each patient's physical needs are met with sensitivity and respect.
* Support patients with nutritional needs, offering assistance with meals and hydration, and monitoring intake where necessary. This is especially important in the Frailty Unit to maintain independence and prevent deterioration.
* Monitor and record clinical observations, including vital signs (blood pressure, temperature, pulse, oxygen saturation) and report any concerning changes to the nursing or medical team.
About Us
For further information on working for our Trust, please visit the Trust website.
Benefits
* Access to the NHS Pension Scheme with benefits upon retirement, and options for dependants
* 27 days holiday rising to 33 days (dependent on NHS Trust service)
* A variety of paid and unpaid leave covering emergency and planned leave
* Confidential Employee Assistance Programme for personal, work, family and relationship issues
* NHS Car Lease scheme and Cycle to Work scheme
* Learning and development opportunities
* Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping, motoring, cinema and finance
Details
Date posted: 16 January 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 3
Salary: £24,937 to £26,598 per annum/pro rata
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time
Reference number: 419-7651693-SHW-MY
Job locations: York Teaching Hospital, Wigginton Road, York YO31 8HE
Job Description
Job responsibilities: A full description of the role is available in the attachment: job description. Please submit your application at the earliest opportunity. Working for the Trust: Our values are kindness, openness, and pursuit of excellence. We are committed to a diverse workforce and welcome applications from everyone. Flexible working requests will be considered from the start of employment where possible.
Person Specification
Essential
* Completion of the Skills for Health Care Certificate (or equivalent)
* Experience: 1 year in a Health Care Support Worker role
* Demonstrable effective written and verbal communication skills
* Basic IT skills to digitally record observations and use applications such as email on a computer or smart device
* Competent to record and escalate patient observations, undertake venepuncture, and be trained in cannulation
Desirable
* Level 3 qualification or equivalent (Health and Social Care) or working towards Numeracy/Literacy to Level 1
Disclosure and Barring Service Check: This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act. A DBS disclosure will be required.
Certificate of Sponsorship: Applications from job seekers who require Skilled worker sponsorship are welcome and will be considered. See UK Visas and Immigration guidance for details.
Employer details: York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, York Teaching Hospital, Wigginton Road, York YO31 8HE. Employer website: https://www.yorkhospitals.nhs.uk
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