Senior Health Care Support Worker - Orthopaedics

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.

Are you a compassionate and motivated individual who is passionate about delivering outstanding patient care? NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is looking for a Senior Healthcare Support Worker to join our dedicated Orthopaedics team. In this rewarding role, you will work closely with Registered Nurses and the wider multidisciplinary team to support patients throughout their care journey. As Scotland's largest NHS organisation, NHSGGC offers excellent opportunities for learning, development and career progression within a supportive and inclusive environment.

This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference every day while being part of a team committed to delivering safe, effective and person‑centred care.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) may be able to provide visa sponsorship for certain roles, subject to the post meeting the relevant eligibility criteria. Sponsorship is not guaranteed and will be determined on a case‑by‑case basis following interview and during the pre‑employment verification process. Applicants must state their current right to work in their application.

Please see below for more details:

Skilled Worker visa and Health and Care Worker visa

• Queen Elizabeth University Hospital
• Permanent, full-time
• 12-hour day and night shifts, including weekend and public holiday cover

• Deliver high-quality, compassionate and person‑centred care to orthopaedic patients
• Support Registered Nurses with a range of delegated clinical and patient care activities
• Monitor patients and promptly report any changes in their condition to the nursing team
• Undertake clinical tasks such as observations, blood pressure monitoring, wound care and testing procedures within your scope of practice
• Communicate effectively with patients, relatives, carers and members of the multidisciplinary team
• Maintain accurate patient records while adhering to confidentiality and information governance requirements
• Assist with stock control, equipment checks and maintaining a safe and efficient clinical environment

• SVQ Level 3 qualification or equivalent knowledge gained through relevant experience and training
• Previous experience within a healthcare, patient care or clinical support environment
• Understanding of Healthcare Support Worker standards, codes of conduct and professional responsibilities
• Knowledge of infection prevention, health and safety principles and person‑centred care practices
• Strong communication skills with the ability to build positive relationships with patients and colleagues
• Good literacy, numeracy and IT skills with the ability to maintain accurate documentation
• A caring, empathetic approach and the ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team

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

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) recognises the importance of work-life balance and is committed to offering a range…