Senior Health Care Support Worker

Job Description

Job Overview

Join the multi-disciplinary Public Health team to support community initiatives that promote overall health and well-being. In this role, you will take a holistic approach under the guidance of Registered Nurses.

About NHS Lanarkshire

Are you interested in joining NHS Lanarkshire? This could be the perfect opportunity to become a part of Team Lanarkshire!

At NHS Lanarkshire, our focus is on putting patients at the center of everything we do. Each member of our team plays a vital role in delivering quality healthcare services.

We proudly serve a population of 655,000 people across both rural and urban communities in North and South Lanarkshire. NHS Lanarkshire consists of Acute Services, providing hospital-based care across three main sites, along with Corporate, Property & Support Services, and North and South Lanarkshire Health and Social Care Partnerships that offer integrated primary healthcare and social services to local communities.

What We’re Looking For

SVQ III in Healthcare (or working towards it) or equivalent experience in a similar role.

Ability to collaborate effectively within a multi-disciplinary team.

Ability to work independently.

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Capability to handle tasks efficiently in a busy setting.

Please note that for positions requiring a driving licence, it must be a full UK/EU/EEA licence.

Contract Type

Permanent

Part-Time (22.20 hours per week)

Please be aware that this is a part-time role, and the salary will be prorated accordingly.

Location and Working Pattern

This role is based within the Health Visiting Team at Udston Hospital. Although this advertisement refers to a specific post in this location, applicants shortlisted for interview may be considered for similar vacancies in other locations.

Want More Information?

If you’re interested in learning more, we’d love to hear from you!

For details, contact Maureen Gray, Health Visitor Team Leader at Maureen.Gray@lanarkshire.scot.nhs.uk.

For questions about the application process, contact Gemma Lowe, Recruitment Administrator at gemma.lowe@lanarkshire.scot.nhs.uk (Please include the job title and reference number in your email).

Why Choose NHS Lanarkshire?

By joining NHS Lanarkshire, you’ll be entering a supportive environment that allows for skill development and career growth.

Some of the benefits we offer include:

A minimum of 27 days of annual leave, increasing with service length.

At least 8 public holidays.

Membership in the NHS Pension Scheme with life insurance benefits.

Paid sick leave that increases with service.

Access to occupational health services and employee counselling.

Work-life balance policies.

Various support services on personal and professional matters, such as occupational health and spiritual care.

Further Information

For more details on the role, please refer to the Job Description. If you want more information on the recruitment process or our services, check our information pack or recruitment webpage.

Additional Information for Applicants

Posts close at midnight on the specified date. If there is a high level of interest, the advert may close once enough applications are received, so it’s advisable to apply early.

For assistance with the application process, visit: https://www.careers.nhs.scot/how-to-apply/application-process/.

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Once your application is submitted, no changes can be made.

Commitment to Diversity

NHS Lanarkshire is committed to creating a diverse workforce where everyone can thrive based on their skills, knowledge, and talent, regardless of race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, care experience, or other differences.

Care-experienced applicants include those who have lived with foster parents, kinship carers, or in residential/secure children’s settings.

Applicants should provide authentic responses within the application form. Use of AI or other automated tools to draft or modify responses is strongly discouraged.

Right to Work in the UK

NHS Lanarkshire is legally required to ensure that all employees have the relevant permission to work in the UK. For more information, visit UK Visas & Immigration at www.bia.homeoffice.gov.uk.

Prospective applicants are encouraged to check their eligibility before applying. Please note that Band 1 and Band 2 roles are not eligible for sponsorship through the Skilled Worker route.