Job Description
Support the Registered Nursing staff in providing assistance and personal care for patients within University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire NHS Trust.
Please note: the assessment centre and interviews will take place on 9 March 2026. Closing Date: this job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received. Please apply as soon as you can if interested. Successful applicants will be required to provide an immunisation and vaccination report from a UK occupational health provider or UK GP.
Main duties of the job
Do you want to become part of a team who make a difference on a daily basis, providing high quality patient centred care? We are looking to recruit passionate and enthusiastic people who would like to start their career within a healthcare setting. If you are passionate about caring for others and are ready to begin a rewarding career with us, we would love to hear from you.
You will become a valued colleague at UHCW with your development needs being supported by a robust induction and Ready to care programme, with an Advocate team who will work with you to help you achieve your career goals.
If you have excellent communication skills, a "can do" attitude, and are willing to work towards a level 2 health and social care related qualification, this could be the right role for you.
About Us
University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK. We are proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do.
Boasting modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for research and innovation as part of its reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare. We are recognised as a Pathway to Excellence designated organisation. By joining our journey, you will be part of a passionate team with access to learning and development opportunities.
The Trust is committed to building an inclusive organisation and to promoting equality, fairness, respect, dignity and autonomy as core values.
Details
Date posted: 02 February 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for Change | Band 2 | Salary £24,465 per year (pro rata, 75% of a Band 2 = £18,348)
Contract: Fixed term | Duration: 15 months | Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time
Reference number: 218-UH-ACS-HCA-FEB26
Job locations: UHCW, Clifford Bridge Road, Coventry, CV2 2DX
Job Description – Responsibilities
The route available is: NO previous healthcare experience required. Trainee HCSW position is 75% of a Band 2 (£18,348) plus enhancements. As a trainee HCSW you will study a level 2 health and social care qualification alongside your role. You must be aged 16 or over, be a resident in the UK/EEA for the last three years, and must not be in any form of formal government-funded education.
Please note that sponsorship is not available for this post. Successful applicants will be placed on a waiting list until a suitable vacancy arises.
The Recruitment Centre
If shortlisted, you will be invited to a Recruitment Centre to assess suitability, including a basic literacy test. Successful candidates will proceed to interview; if there is no current vacancy matching your needs, your application will be retained for future opportunities or withdrawn if not allocated.
Closing Date
This job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received. Please apply promptly if interested.
Recruiting To Values
We recruit people who demonstrate the Trust’s Values and Behaviours. If invited to interview, you will undertake a Values Based Interview. Review the Trust’s Values and Behaviours Framework and Values Based Recruitment Factsheet under the job description. Provide examples from work or personal life showing these values in your behaviour.
For further details of the job role, please see the attached job description.
Person Specification
* Essential – Qualifications
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* Experience
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* Skills
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* Knowledge
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* Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours
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Disclosure
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and a Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service will be required.
Employer details
Employer: University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust
Address: UHCW, Clifford Bridge Road, Coventry, CV2 2DX
Employer website: https://www.jobsatuhcw.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)
Job reference: LNKD1_UKTJ
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