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University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust

Senior Health Care Support Worker (SHCSW)

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Job summary

To assist the registered practitioner to provide a high standard of evidence based patient care within the Cardiothoracic Theatre Complex, by participating in clinical and non-clinical duties.

  • Undertake clinical and non-clinical duties and assume responsibility for carrying out elements of care, for which they have received appropriate training, under the guidance and direction of a registered Theatre practitioner
  • ***Preference will be given to internal Trust staff, as well as 'Priority' and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon who are able to display recent relevant experience as dictated by the Person Specification.***

Main duties of the job

  • Follow correct manual handling policies and procedures during the daily movement of heavy equipment, instrumentation and beds to and from the wards, and theatre complex, including the medical equipment library.
  • Assist with the safe transfer of patients to and from the Cardiothoracic Theatre Complex.
  • Participate in the cleaning of theatre areas inline with control of infection policies.
  • Responsible for the correct preparation of the post-operative Cardiothoracic beds.
  • Prepare and restock 02 and C02 cylinders on a daily basis.
  • Assist with stock labelling, ordering and re-stocking on a daily basis, whilst adhering to manual handling policy and procedures.
  • Ensure correct labelling, handing and transportation of patient specimens according to Trust policy.

About us

We are a people business - where every member of staff matters and can make a difference. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Joining University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust means becoming part of a team of dedicated staff, who are committed to leading the way through innovation, clinical excellence and great customer care. The Trust has great opportunities for career development in a highly progressive working environment. We offer all of this in a vibrant, modern city with a historic reputation for adventure. PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL COMMUNICATION WILL BE ELECTRONIC, PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL ACCOUNT REGULARLY. If you have any issues with applying online and need additional support including reasonable adjustments with the application process please contact the recruitment manager for this post who will put you in touch with the recruitment team. We recognise that work life balance is important for our colleagues and so we invite requests from applicants around less than full time/flexible working for our advertised roles. Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss this prior to your application submission. We commit to giving this full consideration in each case. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles, as diversity strengthens our teams. It is sometimes necessary to close vacancies before the closing date. If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been shortlisted.

Details

Date posted

14 April 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£25,760 to £27,476 a year Per Annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

216-AM-DC7693028

Job locations

UHP

Derriford Road

Plymouth

PL6 8DH


Job description

Job responsibilities

  • Care Delivery

    • Undertake clinical and non-clinical duties and assume responsibility for carrying out elements of care, for which they have received appropriate training, under the guidance and direction of a registered Theatre practitioner.
    • Follow correct manual handling policies and procedures during the daily movement of heavy equipment, instrumentation and beds to and from the wards, and theatre complex, including the medical equipment library.
    • Assist with the safe transfer of patients to and from the Cardiothoracic Theatre Complex.
    • Participate in the cleaning of theatre areas inline with control of infection policies.
    • Responsible for the correct preparation of the post-operative Cardiothoracic beds.
    • Prepare and restock 02 and C02 cylinders on a daily basis.
    • Assist with stock labelling, ordering and re-stocking on a daily basis, whilst adhering to manual handling policy and procedures.
    • Ensure correct labelling, handing and transportation of patient specimens according to Trust policy.
    • Transport blood products, notes etc from wards and other departments within the hospital, in accordance with Trust policy.
    • Undertake relevant departmental training programmes, designed to develop the individuals clinical skills, enabling them to participate as a key member of the emergency on call team.
    • Awareness of local, national and professional policies and guidelines relevant to the sphere of responsibility.

For further details please see attached JD&PS.

Job description

Job responsibilities

  • Care Delivery

    • Undertake clinical and non-clinical duties and assume responsibility for carrying out elements of care, for which they have received appropriate training, under the guidance and direction of a registered Theatre practitioner.
    • Follow correct manual handling policies and procedures during the daily movement of heavy equipment, instrumentation and beds to and from the wards, and theatre complex, including the medical equipment library.
    • Assist with the safe transfer of patients to and from the Cardiothoracic Theatre Complex.
    • Participate in the cleaning of theatre areas inline with control of infection policies.
    • Responsible for the correct preparation of the post-operative Cardiothoracic beds.
    • Prepare and restock 02 and C02 cylinders on a daily basis.
    • Assist with stock labelling, ordering and re-stocking on a daily basis, whilst adhering to manual handling policy and procedures.
    • Ensure correct labelling, handing and transportation of patient specimens according to Trust policy.
    • Transport blood products, notes etc from wards and other departments within the hospital, in accordance with Trust policy.
    • Undertake relevant departmental training programmes, designed to develop the individuals clinical skills, enabling them to participate as a key member of the emergency on call team.
    • Awareness of local, national and professional policies and guidelines relevant to the sphere of responsibility.

For further details please see attached JD&PS.

Person Specification

KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE

Essential

  • oDemonstrable experience of providing care in a healthcare or social setting
  • oDemonstrable experience of time management and prioritising work

QUALIFICATIONS

Essential

  • oOne of the following oAccredited Level 3 (SCQF - 6): - City and Guilds 3 oNVQ 3 oAccredited BTEC National Diploma oExperience equivalent to the above qualifications
  • oEquivalent demonstrable experience
  • oLevel 2 Functional skills in English and Math's, or equivalent
  • oCompletion of accredited Level 3 Diploma in Healthcare Support (that maps to the Apprenticeship Standard for Senior Health Care Support Worker)

APTITUDE & ABILITIES

Essential

  • oEffective and appropriate communication skills both written and verbal
  • oAble to complete appropriate documentation accurately
Person Specification

KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE

Essential

  • oDemonstrable experience of providing care in a healthcare or social setting
  • oDemonstrable experience of time management and prioritising work

QUALIFICATIONS

Essential

  • oOne of the following oAccredited Level 3 (SCQF - 6): - City and Guilds 3 oNVQ 3 oAccredited BTEC National Diploma oExperience equivalent to the above qualifications
  • oEquivalent demonstrable experience
  • oLevel 2 Functional skills in English and Math's, or equivalent
  • oCompletion of accredited Level 3 Diploma in Healthcare Support (that maps to the Apprenticeship Standard for Senior Health Care Support Worker)

APTITUDE & ABILITIES

Essential

  • oEffective and appropriate communication skills both written and verbal
  • oAble to complete appropriate documentation accurately

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Additional information

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust

Address

UHP

Derriford Road

Plymouth

PL6 8DH


Employer's website

https://www.plymouthhospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust

Address

UHP

Derriford Road

Plymouth

PL6 8DH


Employer's website

https://www.plymouthhospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Sister

Mandy Dean

mandydean1@nhs.net

01752431104

Details

Date posted

14 April 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£25,760 to £27,476 a year Per Annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

216-AM-DC7693028

Job locations

UHP

Derriford Road

Plymouth

PL6 8DH


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