NHS Scotland: NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society. Who we are: NHS Ayrshire and Arran are one of 14 territorial NHS Boards within NHS Scotland. In support of our core purpose of Working together to achieve the healthiest life possible for everyone in Ayrshire and Arran, we are committed to a culture that is Caring, Safe, and Respectful. You will be required to work collaboratively in a safe, caring and respectful way. To find out more about NHS Ayrshire and Arran please visit our website - NHS Ayrshire & Arran - Home (nhsaaa.net) Position: An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Health Care Support Worker within our inpatient service based at Marchburn Ward, East Ayrshire Community Hospital. Hours: 1 x 32.16hour post is offered on a fixed term/secondment basis until the end of October 2026. 3 x 26 hour posts are offered on a part time/permanent basis and will require a flexible approach to shift work to meet the operational demands of the ward. From 1 April 2026, the working week for NHS Agenda for Change staff in Scotland will be reduced. Full-time hours will reduce from 37 to 36 hours (pro rata for part-time staff) without loss of earnings. What you will do: The Senior HCSW works as part of the multidisciplinary team carrying out a range of personal care activities, clinical care tasks and other duties as delegated by and in support of a Registered Nurse. Support and supervision is provided by the Registered Nurse. In partnership with the Registered Nurse the Senior HCSW will review the patient’s individual care plan and will competently perform the necessary aspects of care, within their scope of clinical practise, for the patient as per the individual care plan to ensure delivery of a high standard, recording care delivery and reporting back to the Registered Nurse. For further information on the role please click the link below to view the job description. Knowledge, training and/or experience required for this post: SVQ3 in Healthcare related subject and / or equivalent knowledge gained in a relevant area through experience, on the job training and/or short courses or appropriate competency to undertake role. Skills required Can demonstrate a range of core skills to competently undertake patient care and other tasks and activities. Experience of caring for people with dementia Effective written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work with people and as part of a multidisciplinary team. Ability to show initiative and work without direct supervision as required, on a daily basis. Organisational and time management skills. PC skills. Knowledge required Training is provided to enable the Senior HCSW to comply with the Mandatory Induction Standards for Healthcare Support Workers in Scotland 2009; and with the Code of Conduct for Healthcare Support Workers, both as amended from time to time. Understands and complies with HCSW mandatory induction standards and code of conduct. Completion and maintenance of statutory & mandatory learning activities. Awareness, understanding and compliance of policies and practices e.g. Escort Policy, Framework for Interventions Guideline, Prevention and control of infection and Health and Safety. This post holder is able to work within the scope of their practice under direct and indirect supervision by the registered nurse (training will be provided). Can demonstrate knowledge and competence of equipment used within the department to support the Registered Nurse and ensure that they are compatible and in good working order. Will escalate any concerns to a registered nurse. Training and personal development Completion of in house training programme as required. Continues to develop knowledge and practice through a combination of instruction, on the job learning, attending teaching sessions and study days, where appropriate. For further information on the requirements for the role please click the link below to view the person specification. If you want to find out more about the role, please contact Tracey McAllister, SCN, Hayley McCutcheon, DCN or Rob Taylor, DCN Please note that we anticipate a high level of interest in this position and may close the vacancy early once enough applications are received. Therefore, please make sure you complete and submit your application at your earliest opportunity. 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