Healthcare Support Worker - B3

Duration, Location, and Working Pattern

Permanent, Various hours available

1 x 36 hours per week 1 x 34.5 hours per week

Shift pattern - 24 hours day/ night rotation

Base location - Glasgow Royal Infirmary

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.

The Emergency Complex at Glasgow Royal Infirmary comprises the Emergency Department and Acute Assessment Unit, managing approximately 350 patients per day. The complex provides care to a diverse range of patients from the North East of Glasgow. An experienced Band 3 Clinical Support Worker is required to join the Emergency Department team.

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.

• Work within the nursing and multi-professional team.
• Ensure a high standard of care is delivered to a defined patient group.
• Competently perform the necessary technical, invasive and physical aspects of patient care.
• Support the delivery of safe and effective care within a busy emergency care environment.

• Previous experience working in an Emergency Department, Acute Assessment Unit, or an equivalent acute care setting.
• Preferably competent in extended clinical support roles, including:
  • ECG recording
  • Venepuncture
  • Cannulation
• Ability to perform technical and invasive procedures safely and competently as part of the role.

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

We are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion and are proud of the diverse workforce we employ.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) recognises the importance of work-life balance and is committed to offering a range of flexible working options where service needs allow. For roles where less than full-time hours can be accommodated, and where the tenure is listed as various, we encourage applications from individuals seeking flexible working arrangements. Flexible working will be included as a topic for discussion during the recruitment process.

By signing the Armed Forces Covenant
, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer. We welcome applications from across the Armed Forces Community and recognise military skills, experience and qualifications throughout the recruitment and selection process.