Job Summary
A Senior Healthcare Support Worker (SHCSW) supports registered healthcare professionals by performing delegated clinical, therapeutic, and non‑clinical tasks for patients, using experience and knowledge to make decisions within their scope of practice. Working effectively alongside Registered Nurses/Practitioners within the department, the SHCSW contributes to the assessment and care needs of patients, records and documents physiological changes to the patient’s condition and practices in accordance with Trust standards and policies, staying within role boundaries.
Main Duties
* Cannulation and venepuncture
* Wound care and basic wound closure
* Performing ECGs
* Competently taking and interpreting vital signs in adults
* Competently undertaking adult assessments
* Able to make appropriate referrals to adult or, if necessary, child safeguarding teams
* Supporting and working with all colleagues during the shift
* Liaising with the wider multidisciplinary team to maintain safety
* Helping to facilitate the development of the service as part of the wider team
* Participating in discussions and projects that benefit the team, patients and the department as a whole
* Working under guidance and in conjunction with the senior nursing team and the departmental Matron
* Following the Department’s and Trust’s policies and protocols to ensure patient and departmental safety
About Us
George Earle is a 28‑bed acute medical ward specialising in the care of stroke, neurology and medical patients. The ward works as a multi‑disciplinary team; you will be a valued member. The ward is busy and fast‑paced, and you will need to prioritise work and adapt to changing needs. You will receive ward induction, Trust HCSW induction if appropriate, and regular training and updates to support the provision of high‑quality, safe care for your patients.
Details
Posted: 17 October 2025
Band: Band 3
Salary: £24,937 to £26,598 per annum
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full‑time
Location: George Earle Ward, Torbay Hospital, Lowes Bridge, Torquay, TQ2 7AA
Person Specification
Essential
* NVQ 3 in healthcare or working toward it
* Previous care experience in a hospital or care home setting
* English and maths at GCSE or Level 2 functional skills
* Proven communication skills
* Willingness to learn new skills
Desirable
* Care Certificate
* Working knowledge of adult safeguarding
* Basic computer skills
* Previous NHS experience
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A Disclosure and Barring Service check will be required to confirm no previous criminal convictions.
Employer Details
Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust
George Earle Ward, Torbay Hospital, Lowes Bridge, Torquay, TQ2 7AA
Employer website: https://www.torbayandsouthdevon.nhs.uk
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