Job summary We are looking for individuals with or without experience to work in healthcare, to join the NHS family helping people from your local community. Healthcare Support Worker opportunities are available in medical and surgical areas at Airedale Hospital, as well as positions at Castleberg Hospital. No experience? No problem. We will teach you everything you need to know. To us, it is more important that you are a caring and kind person with a genuine desire to help and support patients and their families. If this sounds like you, then you already have the skills that make a great Health Care Support Worker. From the moment you join us, you will have access to learning, development and training opportunities. As you progress in your NHS career you will acquire the knowledge, skills and confidence you need to provide safe and compassionate patient care. Shortlisted applicants will be invited to our assessment/interview day held on 24th April 2025 at Airedale General Hospital. Main duties of the job As a Health Care Support Worker, you will be a hugely valuable support to our Nursing and Midwifery teams providing care to our patients. Every day will be different, and you will work alongside the rest of the team carrying out a wide range of tasks and assisting with care to support the needs of the patients and their families. Examples of what you may do as part of your role Washing and dressing patients who need help Serving meals and assisting patients to eat Helping patients to move around Making beds Talking to patients and their families Monitoring patient conditions You will be required to work shift patterns (worked over a 6 week rota period) including days, nights, weekends & bank holidays. Please Note: The vacancy may close early if we receive a high volume of applications, please submit your application as soon as possible providing as much information as possible to enable us to shortlist. If you have previously applied within the last 6 months - please do not reapply This position is not eligible for sponsorship in line with Home Office guidance as it does not appear on the skilled worker visa occupation list. If you currently hold a visa allowing you to work in the UK we welcome your application. If your visa expires or there is a change in status during your employment, the Trust will be required to review your employment which may result in the termination of your employment to comply with the relevant immigration legislation. About us Airedale NHS Foundation Trust is a great place to work, offering a working environment with an inclusive culture that looks after and values our people and creates a sense of belonging. We encourage applications from people who embrace our values and who will enable us to expand our diverse workforce. Applications from underrepresented groups including LGBT, Ethnic Minority or disabled people are particularly welcome. What we Offer Range of opportunities for flexible working Strong team ethos NHS salary structure & generous pension 27 days holiday plus days off for bank holidays worked Enhanced pay when you work unsocial hours Maternity, paternity and adoption leave Childcare vouchers Wide range of LGBTI initiatives Health service discounts and online benefits Health and wellbeing support Discounts on public transport Disability Confident Reasonable adjustments Nightingales on site nursery Date posted 24 March 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 2 Salary £23,615 a year pro rata per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time Reference number 423-5612586-E Job locations Airedale General Hospital Station Road Steeton BD20 6TD Job description Job responsibilities Please read the attached documents which provide further details including job description and person specification. Job description Job responsibilities Please read the attached documents which provide further details including job description and person specification. Person Specification Qualifications/Training Essential Possess or be willing to work towards the care certificate Be able to demonstrate basic literacy and numeracy skills required for the post Desirable Level 2 diploma in Health and Social Care Functional skills level 1 numeracy Experience & Achievements Essential No previous experience required Desirable Experience of working in a formal care setting or as an informal carer Previous experience dealing with the public Disposition, Qualities and Values Essential Caring and a desire to help others Knowledge/Skills Essential Good written and communication skills demonstrated on application form Understanding of equality and diversity Understanding of what 'confidentiality' is and how you put into practice Desirable Demonstrate literacy in IT Person Specification Qualifications/Training Essential Possess or be willing to work towards the care certificate Be able to demonstrate basic literacy and numeracy skills required for the post Desirable Level 2 diploma in Health and Social Care Functional skills level 1 numeracy Experience & Achievements Essential No previous experience required Desirable Experience of working in a formal care setting or as an informal carer Previous experience dealing with the public Disposition, Qualities and Values Essential Caring and a desire to help others Knowledge/Skills Essential Good written and communication skills demonstrated on application form Understanding of equality and diversity Understanding of what 'confidentiality' is and how you put into practice Desirable Demonstrate literacy in IT 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. Employer details Employer name Airedale NHS Foundation Trust Address Airedale General Hospital Station Road Steeton BD20 6TD Employer's website https://www.airedale-trust.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)