Bank Healthcare Support Worker (Healthcare Students - see criteria)
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Job Summary
Please ensure eligibility before applying for this vacancy, as failure to meet criteria will result in automatic withdrawal. This position involves a shortened HCSW training programme. Ineligible candidates should monitor NHS jobs for possible bank HCSW roles.
Eligibility Criteria
* BSc or MSc Nursing (any specialisation) and Midwifery students who have completed at least one full acute care placement within an NHS trust.
* University Healthcare students (Medicine, Nursing, Midwifery, Physiotherapy, Paramedicine, Occupational Therapy, etc.) who have had a significant amount of prior experience (6 months+ within last 12 months) working as a Healthcare Assistant/Healthcare Support Worker in an NHS acute care Trust.
If you meet the criteria for this role, you will either need to submit a signed recommendation form from NNUH placement/education staff, or complete an interview with the Practice Development and Education team. Further details will be shared once shortlisting has been completed.
Depending on your course speciality, your bank shifts may be aligned with the most relevant department to reflect your area of study. This is an HCSW role; many skills you can practice as a student cannot be practiced while on shift as a healthcare assistant.
Job Responsibilities
* Monitoring and recording baseline observations for all patients under your daily allocation (blood pressure, temperature, pulse, etc.).
* Escalating issues to relevant registered staff (Nurse, doctor, etc.) relating to acute deterioration of patient's conditions.
* Provision of care to meet individual holistic requirements of all patients under your daily allocation including personal care, continence assistance and meal time assistance.
* Cleaning of equipment and ward areas as and when required.
* Procurement and handling of clinical samples/swabs.
We will provide uniform and an initial training course including an eight-hour theory session followed by a minimum of two six-hour supervised shifts working on a ward.
Qualifications & Experience
* BSc or MSc Nursing (any specialisation) and Midwifery students who have completed at least one full acute care placement within an NHS trust OR University Healthcare students (Medicine, Nursing, Midwifery, Physiotherapy, Paramedicine, Occupational Therapy, etc.) who have had a significant amount of prior experience (6 months+ within last 12 months) working as a Healthcare Assistant/Healthcare Support Worker in an NHS acute care Trust.
* City and Guilds NVQ Level 3, T levels, A levels in Care/Health and Social Care or equivalent qualification or significant equivalent experience.
* Some previous experience in a nursing/Care Assistant role which can be demonstrated against the requirements of the role.
* Clear and effective reading and writing in English.
* Demonstrates understanding and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion.
* Able to work well in a team.
* Effective role model, demonstrating NNUH's PRIDE values of People focused, Respect, Integrity, Dedication and Excellence.
* Caring and compassionate with excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Benefits
* After the HCSW Induction, period of paid supernumerary time.
* Clinical skills support and enhanced skills sessions (where required).
* Flexibility in training and shifts.
* Ability to work within and try different specialities.
* Excellent pension scheme.
* Wagestream – access up to 40% of our pay as you earn it.
* Heavily discounted bus passes.
* Free Park & Ride service direct to NNUH site.
* On-site restaurants, delis and cafes offering staff discounts.
* On-site nursery.
* Career development guidance.
* Fast Track Staff Physiotherapy service.
* Free annual Flu vaccination.
* Discounts for local gyms plus on-site outdoor gym equipment.
Details
* Date posted: 06 November 2025
* Pay scheme: Agenda for change
* Band: Band 3
* Salary: Depending on experience per annum (pro rata)
* Contract: Bank
* Working pattern: Flexible working
* Reference number: 234-25-TS003-HCSW-11
* Job location: NNUH, Colney Lane, Norwich, NR4 7UY
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and will require submission of Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer
Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital – NNUH, Colney Lane, Norwich, NR4 7UY.
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