Senior Healthcare Support Worker(UK Visa Sponsorship)

Job Description

About the Role

Barts Health NHS Trust is seeking motivated individuals to join our Healthcare Support Worker (HCA) team at Newham Hospital. This role is ideal for those new to healthcare, providing structured support and training to develop into a Band 3 HCA within six months, subject to successful competency completion. Until then, appointments are made at Band 2.

You will work under the supervision of registered nurses, undertaking delegated clinical duties to ensure high standards of patient care, safety, and comfort.

Key Responsibilities

As a Senior Healthcare Support Worker, your duties may include:

• Conducting patient observations (vital signs, basic monitoring)
• Supporting patients with personal care and mobility
• Assisting with nutrition and hydration needs
• Performing a limited range of delegated clinical tasks, e.g., blood pressure, ECG recording, MRSA screening
• Supporting simple wound dressings
• Maintaining accurate patient records and ensuring data integrity
• Participating in teamwork and clinical governance activities
• You will receive guidance and supervision to complete Band 3 competencies and progress in your career.

About Barts Health NHS Trust

Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the UK and a leading provider of healthcare in East London.

Our mission is to deliver world-class, safe, and compassionate care while fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace. We actively promote diversity, equity, and inclusion across all levels and encourage all staff to embrace our WeCare values.

For more on working for Barts Health NHS Trust, visit: Barts Health Careers

Person Specification

Essential Qualifications & Skills:

• Completion of the Care Certificate or equivalent
• Basic literacy and numeracy (e.g., GCSE English and Maths or equivalent)
• Demonstrated experience working in a clinical healthcare setting
• Ability to provide high-quality patient care
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills
• Basic IT/computer skills for patient record-keeping
• Knowledge of health and safety protocols, manual handling, and infection control

Desirable:

• Level 2 Support Worker Apprenticeship
• Experience supervising junior staff or trainees
• Willingness to undertake additional training for professional development

Training & Career Development

• Structured support to achieve Band 3 competencies
• Ongoing clinical supervision and mentoring
• Opportunities for continuous professional development (CPD)
• Exposure to a wide range of clinical skills and patient care scenarios
• Ability to participate in clinical governance and quality improvement initiatives

How to Apply

• Applications will be assessed based on experience, qualifications, and skills.
• Candidates must complete an online literacy and numeracy test before progressing to formal interview.
• Please note: Barts Health NHS Trust cannot provide sponsorship for this role.
• Employer Contact:
  Barts Health NHS Trust
  Newham Hospital, London, E13 8SL