Healthcare Support Worker – Band 2
Stroke Rehabilitation Unit West
Specialist Rehabilitation Centre, Woodend Hospital
Temporary – 11 Months | Full-Time – 37 Hours per Week
An exciting opportunity has arisen for enthusiastic and motivated individuals with a genuine interest in Stroke Rehabilitation to join our specialised team within the Stroke Rehabilitation Unit (SRU) at Woodend Hospital.
SRU West is part of a 36-bedded unit (East and West wards) caring for male and female patients aged 16 and above. Our multidisciplinary team includes Nurses, Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, Speech and Language Therapists, Dieticians, and Medical Staff.
We are committed to your professional development and offer a comprehensive induction programme, alongside opportunities to build a wide range of skills in stroke care. You’ll also be encouraged to develop stroke-specific knowledge to enhance patient outcomes.
Applicants must have previous experience working within NHS Grampian.
We are looking for individuals with strong communication skills, the ability to plan and prioritise workload, a commitment to lifelong learning, and a passion for delivering high-quality, person-centred care.
Informal visits are welcomed and encouraged.
For informal enquiries, please contact:
Danny Strachan, Senior Charge Nurse
01224 556303
danny.strachan@nhs.scot
Please note: The Stroke Rehabilitation Unit reserves the right to close this advertisement early if a sufficient number of suitable applications are received.
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.
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