Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Outpatients Healthcare Support Worker

The closing date is 04 September 2025

Job summary

We have an exciting opportunity for 2 healthcare support workers for our Outpatients and Treatment Room in Blandford Hospital.

The role of the healthcare support worker within outpatients and the treatment is to support clinicians in clinics and treatments. The role requires various clinical skills, organisational skills, good time keeping, excellent communication skills and above all compassion and empathy.

The post is for 20 hours per week. The post holder may be required to work flexibly to meet the needs of the service.

Applications from candidates that require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are unfortunately ineligible to apply for this position.

Main duties of the job

To support Clinicians in the running of efficient and effective Out Patients clinics and treatment

Attending Mandatory training sessions, staff meetings and keeping up to date with Trust Policies and procedures.

Preparing clinic notes and list prep and the facilitating of clinics for different specialities. Undertaking self led tasks at the discretion of the Out Patients sister/Trained clinical staff.

Supporting with extended clinical skills such as venepuncture, ECG's, ophthalmology tests, Urine flow analysis, basic observations.

Assisting the registered nurse in the admission and discharge of patients following minor procedures within the treatment room.

Employment in this post requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which the Trust will cover the cost of. Applicants who subscribe to the DBS update service are able to present a valid DBS certificate instead of requiring a new check.

About us

At Dorset HealthCare we're on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We're a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people.

We do things differently here - it's one of the reasons the CQC rated us 'outstanding' in 2019. It's also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you're looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities.

Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. We're an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves.

Working with us you'll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don't know. And you'll be working towards our vision to be better every day through excellence, compassion and expertise in all we do.

Details

Date posted

21 August 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£13,299 to £14,185 a year p.a.

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

152-C171.25

Job locations

Blandford Hospital

Milldown Road

Blandford

DT11 7DD


Job description

Job responsibilities

For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.

As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare offers support for people getting into work. We offer an employability service to support individuals with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support, please do contact dhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.net

Job description

Job responsibilities

For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.

As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare offers support for people getting into work. We offer an employability service to support individuals with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support, please do contact dhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.net

Person Specification

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND TRAINING

Essential

  • Minimum Grade 4 in both English and Mathematics
  • Willing and able to apply existing experience and gain necessary skills to work effectively in the community, hospitals or other community settings, equivalent to a vocational level 3 qualification.

BUSINESS TRAVEL

Essential

  • Subject to the provisions of the Equality Act, able to travel using own vehicle on Trust business. (working within the Community)

OB SPECIFIC EXPERIENCE

Essential

  • Desire to work in the primary care setting.
  • Ability to work on own initiative, but with a commitment to participate in clinical supervision and reflective practice and further develop skills.
  • Good IT skills

Desirable

  • Community/Hospital experience.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Essential

  • Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English to a standard which enables the post holder to carry out the full range of duties and responsibilities of the role effectively.
Person Specification

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND TRAINING

Essential

  • Minimum Grade 4 in both English and Mathematics
  • Willing and able to apply existing experience and gain necessary skills to work effectively in the community, hospitals or other community settings, equivalent to a vocational level 3 qualification.

BUSINESS TRAVEL

Essential

  • Subject to the provisions of the Equality Act, able to travel using own vehicle on Trust business. (working within the Community)

OB SPECIFIC EXPERIENCE

Essential

  • Desire to work in the primary care setting.
  • Ability to work on own initiative, but with a commitment to participate in clinical supervision and reflective practice and further develop skills.
  • Good IT skills

Desirable

  • Community/Hospital experience.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Essential

  • Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English to a standard which enables the post holder to carry out the full range of duties and responsibilities of the role effectively.

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

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Blandford Hospital

Milldown Road

Blandford

DT11 7DD


Employer's website

https://www.dorsethealthcare.nhs.uk/work-for-us (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Blandford Hospital

Milldown Road

Blandford

DT11 7DD


Employer's website

https://www.dorsethealthcare.nhs.uk/work-for-us (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

OPD Sister

Zuzana Juracicova

zuzana.juracicova@nhs.net

01258394012

Details

Date posted

21 August 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£13,299 to £14,185 a year p.a.

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

152-C171.25

Job locations

Blandford Hospital

Milldown Road

Blandford

DT11 7DD


Supporting documents

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