Job summary
Are you an experienced Healthcare Support Worker with acute hospital experience looking for a role with full flexibility?
Would you like to work within an NHS Trust that is committed to ensuring your ongoing development and training of a wide range of clinical skills and knowledge?
To undertake this role, you must:
* Have experience of working in an acute hospital setting within the last 12 months OR are a Student Nurse in your second year, having completed a placement in an acute hospital setting (please ensure this is documented in your application).
* Hold an NVQ Level 3 Qualification in Health and Social Care or equivalent experience
* GCSE A*- C (grade 4 and above) in English & Math's or equivalent
* Be able to work a minimum of 2 shifts, in a rolling 4 month period and remain compliant with all essential training, to remain in post
Advance notice of Interview: Tuesday 10th March, based in Central Bristol, BS2 8AE
Collaborative Bank
We are part of a collaborative bank with North Bristol Trust (NBT). If you are currently working as a bank staff member at either UHBW or NBT, you do not need to apply for a bank role with the other Trust. Successful candidates will be able to book shifts across both Trusts.
Please note, you will be expected to do 5 days of induction within a week period.
If successful, you will be employed on a zero hour agreement and on occasions you will be required to work between our Bristol and Weston sites.
Main duties of the job
A Senior Health Care Support Worker (SHCSW) is a core member of the team delivering direct care to patients and supporting registered practitioners to deliver high quality, compassionate health care to people in accordance with assessed needs and a care plan.
You will carry out a range of clinical and non‑clinical healthcare, or therapeutic tasks, under the direct or indirect supervision of the registered healthcare practitioner, in accordance with the Trust values.
There will be opportunities to develop your knowledge and skills, specific to your needs. Training will be provided to ensure you have the required core skills and skill set specific to your area of work.
About us
University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, bringing together a combined workforce of over 15,000 staff and over 100 different clinical services across 10 different sites, serving a core population of more than 500,000 people across South West England. The Trust has many and varied career opportunities for you to choose from. UHBW has been rated by the CQC as 'Good' overall and our staff are proud to deliver excellent care to the people of Bristol, Weston and beyond. As a forward‑thinking multi‑award winning Trust and a digital exemplar committed to improving patient care, our world‑leading research and innovations are having a positive local and global impact.
Join us and you can enjoy city living, be in the countryside or by the seaside, with easy access to all the South West offers. UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. As an equal opportunities employer, actively working towards a diverse workforce, we aim to create a workforce that represents the diversity of our community and are committed to designing our services around the needs of patients and their loved ones. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we're meeting our pledge.
Details
Date posted: 11 February 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
£14.71 to £24.86 an hour (inclusive of A/L)
Contract
Bank
Working pattern
Flexible working
Reference number
387-BANK2927-MARCH-DE
Job locations
Bristol and Weston Hospitals
Upper Maudlin Street
Bristol
BS2 8HW
Job responsibilities
For a full overview of the Job Description, please refer to the PDF Job Description attached as an additional document to this advert.
Nursing Care (under indirect supervision, once deemed competent)
* Obtain consent prior to giving care in accordance with Trust policies.
* Duties are delegated to you in line with care plans.
* Not all duties are routine, and you will need to use your knowledge, experience and understanding to take decisions within your area of responsibility.
* To carry out a range of clinical duties with minimal / no supervision, including for example, blood pressure monitoring, oxygen saturation levels, body temperature, pulse rate and respiration rate, glucose monitoring, collection and testing of urine samples, faecal samples, sputum samples and wound swabs ensuring delivery of high‑quality patient care at all times. NB: this list is not exhaustive and will vary depending on area of work.
* Participate in patient assessment providing high quality holistic patient care and escalating concerns about patients to other clinical staff.
* Practice safe standards of care to patients following Trust guidelines and policies and be able to concentrate for periods throughout the day with occasional interruptions.
* Provide clinical care in accordance with the infection prevention and health and safety policies and procedures.
* Maintain the work environment in line with Trust infection control and patient safety policies.
* Develop the skills to actively facilitate self‑care and independence with patients.
* Promote health education specific to the clinical area and in line with national and local policies.
* Maintain accurate records relating to communication with patients, relatives, and members of the Multidisciplinary team regarding all aspects of care demonstrating a range of appropriate communication skills.
* Ensure equipment and stores are well‑maintained, taking appropriate action if the equipment is faulty.
* Work effectively as part of a team.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training (Essential)
* NVQ Level 3 Qualification in Health and Social Care or equivalent experience.
* GCSE A*- C (grade 4 and above) in English, or equivalent.
* GCSE A*- C (grade 4 and above) in Maths, or equivalent.
Knowledge and Experience (Essential)
* Experience of working in an acute hospital setting within the last 12 months OR 2nd Year Student Nurse who has completed a placement in an acute hospital setting.
* Be able to work as a member of a team.
* Experience of time management and prioritising work.
Skills and Abilities (Essential)
* Effective and appropriate communication skills both written and verbal.
* Able to complete appropriate documentation accurately.
* Ability to work with minimum supervision to a high standard.
* IT skills, basic word, Email, keyboard skills.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit UK Visas and Immigration website.
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants.
Employer details
University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW)
Bristol and Weston Hospitals
Upper Maudlin Street
Bristol
BS2 8HW
Website: https://www.uhbw.nhs.uk/
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