Health care support worker band 2

Health care support worker band 2

The closing date is 26 February 2026

We have various exciting opportunities available to join our dedicated and caring team as Health Care Assistants.

Health Care Support Workers assist the qualified staff in meeting the identified needs of each patient, in a safe and competent manner. We're looking for people with good communication skills who can support positive and engaging approaches with a diverse group of patients.

Support Workers, with the other members of the multi-disciplinary team, will provide a quality service and ensure the highest possible standards of care are maintained at all times.

Sheffield Health & Social Care Foundation Trust is currently unable to provide sponsorship for this role. This is in accordance with UKVI guidelines and legislation, as these roles do not meet the skill nor salary threshold for sponsorship. If you hold a visa which allows you to work in the UK, you are welcome to apply for this role however it is important to note that SHSC will be unable to offer sponsorship after your visa expires.

You must also have at least 15 months on your visa at the start of your employment for training and operational reasons.

Please be advised this post has a cap and once reached will close automatically.

Under the supervision of the Nurse in Charge, support workers undertake the following key duties:

• To be aware of the Trusts' philosophy of care and the contribution the Support Worker is expected to make to ensure the continuation of high standards of care.
• To communicate effectively with other members of the Team in respect of patient presentations, progress against their recovery plan and general concerns.
• To ensure positive approaches to patient engagement. Where undertaking specific observations of patients, to do so in line with the available policies and guidelines.
• To implement elements of the patient(s) plan of care as delegated by the named nurse or nurse in charge.
• To contribute to the ongoing risk assessment progress in relation to monitoring, observing, and engaging with patients, communicating outcomes and conclusions with the rest of the Team and the nurse in charge.
• To take a positive approach to responding to patients in acute distress, adopting principles of diffusion and de-escalation. Where physical interventions or restraint are required, to approach in line with available guidance and approved techniques, providing for the safety and dignity of the patient(s).
• To take a positive approach in supporting patients with their medication regimes, in terms of encouragement and the provision of relevant information.
• Assist patients with their daily activities of living, if identified in the patients' plan of care, to ensure that all personal needs are met.

At SHSC, we prioritise the well-being and safety of both our service users and employees. It is our policy and a condition of employment that all employees must join the DBS Update Service. This service carries an annual fee, which employees are responsible for paying up front. However, employees may claim this cost back through the Trust's Employee Expenses Reimbursement Policy.

For those requiring a Basic DBS check, it is necessary to register for a DBS Online Account.

• To be aware of the Trusts philosophy of care and the contribution the Support Worker is expected to make to ensure the continuation of high standards of care.
• To communicate effectively with other members of the Team in respect of patient presentations, progress against their recovery plan and general concerns.
• To ensure positive approaches to patient engagement. Where undertaking specific observations of patients, to do so in line with the available policies and guidelines.
• To implement elements of the patient(s) plan of care as delegated by the named nurse or nurse in charge.
• To contribute to the ongoing risk assessment progress in relation to monitoring, observing, and engaging with patients, communicating outcomes and conclusions with the rest of the Team and the nurse in charge.
• To take a positive approach to responding to patients in acute distress, adopting principles of diffusion and de-escalation. Where physical interventions or restraint are required, to approach in line with available guidance and approved techniques, providing for the safety and dignity of the patient(s).
• To take a positive approach in supporting patients with their medication regimes, in terms of encouragement and the provision of relevant information.
• Assist patients with their daily activities of living, if identified in the patients plan of care, to ensure that all personal needs are met.
• Following suitable assessments by the nurse in charge, to escort patients on leave from the Ward, overseeing their safety and wellbeing until their return.
• As a member of the Team, to contribute to providing a quality environment for patients in relation to safety, dignity, comfort and day to day activities.
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