Health Care Support Worker - Inpatient Mental Health Nursing

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the United Kingdom, employing approximately 40,000 staff across a wide range of clinical and non‑clinical professions and roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health services to a population of over 1.15 million people, and to a wider population of 2.2 million when regional and national services are included.

Band 3 Health Care Support Workers are required for Ward 4 and Willow Ward, supporting older adults with mental health conditions and organic disorders. The postholder will assist in delivering safe, person‑centred care as part of a multidisciplinary team, using a strengths‑based, recovery‑focused approach. The role involves working independently at times while partnering with patients, carers and professionals to provide high‑quality inpatient support.

• Location based in Larkfield Unit and Willow Ward at Orchard View
• Full‑time (37 hours per week) and part‑time (21.6 hours per week) position available
• Permanent contract
• Shift pattern for the post will be rotational day and night shifts, 12 hour shifts

Please note the salary is Pro Rata for part time hours.

• Functioning as support worker within a multi‑disciplinary team, to a defined patient group
• Contributing to the nursing assessment by implementing and reporting on aspects of the prescribed plan of care to the named nurse/ nurse in charge.
• Contributing to risk assessment and risk management planning by identifying and reporting issues of concern to the named nurse/ nurse in charge and supporting multi‑disciplinary team compliance with NHSGGC policy and procedures.
• Carrying out all relevant forms of nursing care pertinent to the individual needs of people within the defined patient group.
• Identifying and responding to the health promotion needs of patients focusing on improving the mental well‑being of patients.
• Identifying and responding to the health promotion needs of patients focusing on improving the physical health of patients.
• Identifying and responding to the needs of patients which might be related to vulnerability, gender health, domestic abuse, child protection and/or self‑harm.

• Working knowledge of mental health nursing care
• Working knowledge of mental health issues
• Evidence of using digital technology, information systems, email and basic applications
• Evidence of skills and behaviours demonstrating effective written and verbal communication
• Evidence of skills and behaviours demonstrating application of HCSW Standards and Code of Conduct
• Ability to form effective working relationships with others
• Ability to follow instructions and undertake work without direct supervision

• Educated to or actively working towards SVQ3 / SCQF Level 6 or equivalent experience
• Completion of a health, mental health, or social care programme or equivalent experience
• Knowledge of health and social care issues that impact mental health and wellbeing
• Experience of working in the inpatient environment

We offer a wide range of supportive policies designed to enhance your employee journey, including a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work Scheme, bursary scheme and extensive learning and development opportunities.

As an NHS Scotland employee, you will be entitled to:

• A minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus public holidays
• Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, including life insurance benefits
• Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme
• Development opportunities including study bursaries, e‑learning and classroom‑based courses
• Enhanced pay for working public holidays
• NHS discounts on a wide range of goods and services
• Confidential employee support and assistance, including counselling and psychological therapies

If you would like to find out more, we would love to hear from you.

Mairi McLaren, Senior Charge Nurse, On or email Mairi.

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