Job summary
We have an exciting opportunity for a Health Care Support Worker to join our fantastic team on the Children's Ward.
If you're motivated, compassionate, and passionate about supporting children, young people and their families, this could be the perfect role for you. You'll be part of a proactive, friendly and dedicated paediatric team where no two days are the same. If you enjoy a challenge, love learning and want to make a real difference, we would love to hear from you.
Shifts follow the standard ward pattern, offering a varied and rewarding working environment.
As part of our commitment to your development, you will be fully supported to build your skills and knowledge within the clinical setting. You'll also have access to training through the Qualifications and Credit Framework (QCF). The Children's Ward actively supports career progression, and you may have the opportunity to be considered for the Trainee Nursing Associate (TNA) programme.
Join us and be part of a team that places children, young people and families at the heart of everything we do.
Main duties of the job
As aHealth Care Support Workeryou will help patients feel as comfortable and stress-free as possible.You'll work under the guidance of a healthcare professional such as a nurse and your job will vary depending on the ward you are based, but overall a typical day as aHealth Care Support Worker in this rolewill involve:
* Recording of observations
* Contribute to patient assessments
* Provide care for children, young people and families attending the ward/day surgery
About us
At the RUH we put people at the heart of what we do, working together as one team to make a difference for our patients, each other, and our community. No matter what your role is, we value everyone's contribution in supporting the exceptional, person-centred care we pride ourselves on.
We are proud to be in thetop 20 best hospitals to work for in the country.
We are committed to creating a compassionate and inclusive environment. This can be seen in our growing community of staff networks - celebrating successes and creating opportunities to listen and learn. We value our differences, champion kindness and civility, and truly believe that diversity makes us stronger.
A culture of learning, developing and innovating is the thread that runs throughout our whole organisation. We want to support you to thrive, taking your career to its full potential.
We value staff wellbeing, with a well-established programme of support. We believe in a holistic approach spanning all aspects of living a healthy life, including physical, emotional, spiritual and financial wellbeing. We've even got a pool
We are committed to supporting you and hope you want to join our team. In the meantime, find out more about living and working the beautiful historic city of Bath, learn about our extensive package of staff benefits, and read about how we're providing healthcare fit for the future with the landmark Dyson Cancer Centre and our passion for research.
Details
Date posted
25 February 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
Depending on experience
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
Job locations
Childrens ward Royal United Hospital Bath
combe park
bath
BA1 3NG
Job description
Job responsibilities
In this role, you will work alongside our registered nurses to deliver highquality, compassionate care to children and young people, based on their assessed needs and individual care plans.
This is a busy and varied position where teamwork is essential. Youll help balance a range of tasks that can change throughout the day, ensuring our patients and their families feel supported and safe. Your daily duties may include:
* Monitoring vital signs such as blood pressure, heart rate, oxygen saturation and temperature
* Supporting children and young people throughout their stay in hospital
* Liaising sensitively and professionally with families
* Monitoring and recording food and fluid intake
* Communicating effectively and using deescalation techniques when needed
* Carrying out glucose monitoring
* Supporting young people experiencing mental health challenges
* Contributing to childrens safeguarding processes
* Providing supportive meal assistance for children and young people with eating disorders
* Accurately documenting all care and actions in patient notes
Job description
Job responsibilities
In this role, you will work alongside our registered nurses to deliver highquality, compassionate care to children and young people, based on their assessed needs and individual care plans.
This is a busy and varied position where teamwork is essential. Youll help balance a range of tasks that can change throughout the day, ensuring our patients and their families feel supported and safe. Your daily duties may include:
* Monitoring vital signs such as blood pressure, heart rate, oxygen saturation and temperature
* Supporting children and young people throughout their stay in hospital
* Liaising sensitively and professionally with families
* Monitoring and recording food and fluid intake
* Communicating effectively and using deescalation techniques when needed
* Carrying out glucose monitoring
* Supporting young people experiencing mental health challenges
* Contributing to childrens safeguarding processes
* Providing supportive meal assistance for children and young people with eating disorders
* Accurately documenting all care and actions in patient notes
Person Specification
level 3 qualification
Essential
* level 3 or demonstrate equivalent level of experience
Desirable
* previous experience in healthcare
healthcare experience
Essential
* previous care experience or work with children
Desirable
* care certificate
Person Specification
level 3 qualification
Essential
* level 3 or demonstrate equivalent level of experience
Desirable
* previous experience in healthcare
healthcare experience
Essential
* previous care experience or work with children
Desirable
* care certificate
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Employer details
Employer name
Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Childrens ward Royal United Hospital Bath
combe park
bath
BA1 3NG
Employer's website
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Employer details
Employer name
Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Childrens ward Royal United Hospital Bath
combe park
bath
BA1 3NG
Employer's website
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