Overview
Bank Community Healthcare Support Worker (Ref: 226080)
Health Centres & Community Nursing
Band 3 - Salary Range £28,011 - £30,230 per annum (pro rata)
Plus Distant Islands Allowance of £2,482 per annum (pro rata)
Responsibilities
* Work under the direction of the Registered Nurses in the community nursing team.
* Be based across community nursing to support Practice Nurses in primary care and the community nursing team as required.
Qualifications & Requirements
* Experience as a Health Care Support Worker or Social Care Worker, with enthusiasm to make a difference in a primary care/community setting.
* Skills in phlebotomy, ECG and basic observations would be advantageous; training can be provided.
* Full driving licence is essential and a willingness to work autonomously.
* Not eligible for sponsorship in line with current Gov.uk guidance; you must have the right to work in the UK without sponsorship before applying.
* Preferred candidates will be required to join the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update prior to a formal offer of employment.
Additional Information
You will be expected to comply with the Induction Standards and Code of Conduct for Healthcare Support Workers within 3 months of commencing your role. Details can be viewed at the HCSW toolkit.
Closing date: 21/09/2025. Interviews: To Be Advised (TBA).
Please note this is a local advertisement and no relocation or interview expenses are applicable.
Application Support
If you require assistance or encounter technical issues with your application, please email support with the vacancy reference number and “NHS Shetland” in the subject line, or call 0161 850 2004.
In promoting equal opportunities, we welcome applications from all sections of the community.
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