Join Our Dedicated Team at Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust as a Healthcare Support Worker (HCSW).
Are you passionate about making a difference in people’s lives? If you're new to care and eager to learn, we have an exciting opportunity for you to become part of our dedicated healthcare team.
No prior experience is required—we value a compassionate nature and a commitment to excellence. We provide full training and support to help you achieve the Health Education England recognised care certificate, which equips you with essential skills and knowledge to progress into a Band 3 position and advance your career in healthcare.
Key Responsibilities of Healthcare Support Workers (HCSWs)
* Assist with essential patient care, ensuring comfort and dignity
* Monitor and record vital signs
* Provide urinary catheter care and specimen collection
* Support the wider clinical team in delivering high standards of care
This role offers an excellent foundation for those looking to progress into Registered Nursing, Nursing Associate, or Allied Health Professional roles within the NHS.
Induction and Training
Upon appointment, you will undertake a comprehensive induction programme, including a corporate induction and dedicated training days for Healthcare Support Workers. Induction will be full‑time for one week, with an additional 1–2 days depending on previous experience. Attendance at all sessions is mandatory and training days will run from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, either at Maidstone Hospital or Tunbridge Wells Hospital.
Following induction, you will complete a two‑week supernumerary period within your clinical area, during which you will be supported by members of the education team. Ongoing support will also be provided to help you complete the Care Certificate (if not already achieved) and the required competencies relevant to your clinical area.
Benefits
* At least 27 days of annual leave (plus public/bank holidays, pro‑rata for part‑time staff)
* Membership in the NHS Pension Scheme with an employer contribution of 23.7% and life assurance benefits
* Blue Light card eligibility
* Additional benefits available in the benefits documents
Application Guidance
To apply, please ensure your supporting statement includes:
* Your understanding of the importance of Healthcare Support Workers in delivering patient care
* The personal qualities and skills you bring to the role
* A full employment and education history
If you have a passion for a particular specialty, please detail this in your supporting statement.
All successful applicants will be required to complete a Disclosure and Barring Service Check at Enhanced Level and will be required to complete our corporate trust induction once a start date has been agreed.
This advert closes on Tuesday 26 May 2026.
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