Overview
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Are you passionate about making a difference in mental health care? We are looking for caring, motivated individuals to join us as Health Care Support Workers within our Adult Mental Health Acute & Specialist Care Service. As a Health Care Support Worker, you will work under the supervision of registered healthcare professionals to provide high-quality, compassionate care to patients across our Airedale and Bradford units.
Please Note: This is the only date available for interviews. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend an in-person assessment centre on 5th December 2025 at New Mill, Saltaire. Virtual interviews will not be offered. We kindly ask all applicants to ensure they are available on this date before applying. If you have applied for this role within the last 6 months, please do not reapply.
This position is not eligible for sponsorship set by the Home Office and the skilled worker visa occupation list. If you are currently a visa holder and your visa status expires, we may be required to terminate your employment in compliance with immigration regulations.
Duties
* Personal Care: Supporting patients with hygiene, mobility, nutrition, and emotional wellbeing while respecting dignity and privacy.
* Clinical Support: Assisting with observations, emergency procedures, and therapeutic interventions under supervision.
* Admissions & Discharges: Helping with patient transitions and maintaining accurate records.
* Communication: Engaging effectively with patients, families, and colleagues, upholding confidentiality and professionalism.
* Documentation: Recording patient information and supporting admin tasks.
* Teamwork: Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to maintain a safe, supportive ward environment.
* Patient Engagement: Supporting patients on leave and during daily activities like shopping, cooking, and appointments.
* Safety & Safeguarding: Promoting safety and reporting concerns per Trust policy.
* Flexibility: Working across wards and adapting to service needs.
* Supportive Role: Assisting with new staff induction and quality improvement.
This position is not eligible for sponsorship set by the Home Office and the skilled worker visa occupation list. If you are currently a visa holder and your visa status expires, we may be required to terminate your employment in compliance with immigration regulations.
Additional information
Everything we do is underpinned by our core values: We Care, We Listen, We Deliver. We will consider a variety of flexible working arrangements and offer a range of benefits including health and wellbeing support, development opportunities, and more.
We are proud to pledge our support to the Armed Forces and hold a Bronze Award in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme. Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust (BDCFT) is dedicated to environmental and social sustainability through our Green Plan. All staff are encouraged to participate in training and sustainable quality improvement.
Key dates
* Closing Date: 4th November 2025
* Shortlisting Date: 5th – 9th November 2025
* Assessment Centre & Interview Date: 5th December 2025
Right to work
Prior to appointment you will be asked to provide confirmation of your right to work in the UK. You must notify your manager of any changes to your right-to-work status. If the role is not eligible for sponsorship, the Trust cannot extend employment beyond the expiration of your current visa.
As a condition of continuous employment, you must maintain the legal right to work in the United Kingdom throughout your employment with Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust. Changes to your right-to-work status may impact eligibility for employment. It is your responsibility to inform your Line Manager of any changes and provide necessary documentation promptly.
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