Health Care Support Worker

Job summary

Senior Health Care Support Worker will work as part of a team providing high quality and compassionate care to individuals. They will have the understanding and ability to deliver delegated care under the direction of their supervisor, and support the multidisciplinary team in the delivery of high quality care to enable individuals to achieve their person-centred goals.

They will be highly skilled in diagnostic tests and understand the implications of these.

The post holder will carry out well-defined routine duties in accordance with the individual's care plan, promote independence and check on the individual's overall progress, comfort and wellbeing.

When working as a lone worker the post holder will act on own initiative to make a situation safe and report any concerns as required.

Work within a range of healthcare settings this may include colleagues from both health and social care.

The post holder will report to a Registered Professional who will directly or indirectly supervise their work.

You will expected to work either in pairs or individually and be must prepared to do home care visits alone depending on patient needs. A clinical Supervisor also oversees each shift, providing support as and when required.

You will be supported with a comprehensive induction package.

Main duties of the job

Senior Health Care Support Worker will work as part of a team providing high quality and compassionate care to individuals. They will have the understanding and ability to deliver delegated care under the direction of their supervisor, and support the multidisciplinary team in the delivery of high quality care to enable individuals to achieve their person-centred goals.

They will be highly skilled in diagnostic tests and understand the implications of these.

The post holder will carry out well-defined routine duties in accordance with the individual's care plan, promote independence and check on the individual's overall progress, comfort and wellbeing.

When working as a lone worker the post holder will act on own initiative to make a situation safe and report any concerns as required.

Work within a range of healthcare settings this may include colleagues from both health and social care.

The post holder will report to a Registered Professional who will directly or indirectly supervise their work.

You will expected to work either in pairs or individually and be must prepared to do home care visits alone depending on patient needs. A clinical Supervisor also oversees each shift, providing support as and when required.

You will be supported with a comprehensive induction package.

About us

At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

Flexible working options to help you balance work and life

NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security

Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax

A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.

We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.

The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.

Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.