The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust

Health care support worker

The closing date is 12 October 2025

Job summary

The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust -Department of Clinical RadiologyHealth Care Support Worker Band 3 x1 Post28 hours per week (Permanent)An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Health Care Support Worker to work within the Department of Clinical Radiology.Applications are invited from individuals who have experience of working within a health care environment.

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate will be required to support the Radiology Nursing team in providing high standards of care to patients who attend for examinations within CT, CT scanner at the Community diagnostic centre, Ultrasound and Breast screening as well as the inpatient Bed Wait facility.The post includes supporting patients, chaperoning and undertaking procedures relevant to the role. The post holder will be expected to undertake duties of intravenous cannulation for which training will be provided.You must be able to communicate well with patients, members of the public as well as all members of staff within the multi-disciplinary team.Applicants must have NVQ Level 3 in Health or Social Care or equivalent. A pleasant and caring manner and the ability to work as part of a team is essential to the role.The post will include weekend work on a rotational basis, extended working days and Bank Holidays.Please contact Miss Adele Roden, Nurse Team Manager Department of Clinical Radiology, Telephone 01709 427086 for further information.

About us

The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust (TRFT) is a combined acute and community Trust serving our local population of around 270,000 people. Our vision is to always act the right way and be proud to provide exceptional healthcare to the communities of Rotherham

As a Trust we are on a journey to excellence and our people and culture are at the heart of everything we do for patients. In the latest NHS Staff Survey, we are the second most improved Trust in England for would you recommend the Trust as a place to work?, and were one of the most improved for staff engagement overall

But don't just take our word for it each year hundreds of colleagues receive nominations for our Excellence and Proud awards, showcasing our brilliant people and recognising their achievements. Our people make a difference to the lives of patients every day and we are proud of the improvements we are making

All of our colleagues are key to our journey, and we are continuing to improve our services by upholding the Trusts values of Ambitious, Caring and Together. If you are passionate about making a difference, then please apply to join us on our journey to excellence

Certificates of Sponsorship

For individuals who may require sponsorship under the skilled worker or health & care visa route please use the link below to check your eligibility. Check if you need a UK visa - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk) band 2 and band 3 roles are no longer eligible for sponsorship.

Date posted

02 October 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£24,937 to £26,598 a year per annum, pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

C9165-25-08-065

Job locations

The Rotherham Nhs Foundation Trust

Moorgate Road

Rotherham

South Yorkshire

S60 2UD

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached the job description and person specification for the full details about the role and the responsibilities.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached the job description and person specification for the full details about the role and the responsibilities.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

NVQ level 3 in care or have equivalent care qualifications

Desirable

To have undertaken and be competent at Intravenous cannulation
To have experience of caring for patients undergoing clinical procedures

knowledge

Essential

Must be prepared to attend relevant courses / study as required for the post

Experience

Essential

Experience in dealing with the General Public
To have previous experience of working in a health care role

Desirable

Within the relevant area

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

NVQ level 3 in care or have equivalent care qualifications

Desirable

To have undertaken and be competent at Intravenous cannulation
To have experience of caring for patients undergoing clinical procedures

knowledge

Essential

Must be prepared to attend relevant courses / study as required for the post

Experience

Essential

Experience in dealing with the General Public
To have previous experience of working in a health care role

Desirable

Within the relevant area

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.