Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHSFT

Health Care Support Worker - Apprenticeship Opportunity

The closing date is 25 July 2025

Job summary

Health care support worker working within the multi disciplinary team providing care for adults of working age within an inpatient mental health unit.

If you don't already have a Level 3 qualification or equivalent experience in a relevant subject, RDaSH are offering this post alongside the opportunity for you to complete a Level 3apprenticeship qualification [relevant to your role].

As an apprentice within RDaSH you will be given the opportunity to gain experience, learn work-related skills and obtain all the tools needed to thrive.

An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. Around 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying. This leads to a nationally recognised qualification.

Whether you already work for us or are joining the Trust and NHS for the first time, apprenticeships can help you to develop the skills, knowledge and know-how in order to embark on a successful and fulfilling career within the health service.

Main duties of the job

  • Undertake agreed activities as delegated by a registered nurse, with patients / service users under the direct / indirect supervision of the qualified staff.
  • Provide care for patients' physical and psychological needs, taking into account personal preferences and choices ensuring that a high standard of patient care is achieved.
  • Assist the relevant professionals during assessment / treatment / intervention where required, carrying out therapeutic and recreational programs under the direction of a Registered Nurse.
  • Carry out simple nursing procedures as instructed at the discretion of Registered Nurses, reporting on and recording findings, (e.g. blood pressure, temperature, pulse and respiration rate, maintaining fluid balance charts, diet charts, testing urine, weighing patients) whilst demonstrating the ability to recognise abnormalities and report to the nursing members of the team.
  • Observe and provide feedback of current patient's status and presentation to appropriate members of the multi-disciplinary team.
  • Assist patients with activities of daily living that they cannot achieve alone, seeking advice from and reporting to Registered Nurses as required
  • When required, visiting patients in the community with identified tasks as part of their care.
  • At the discretion of Registered Nurses, escorting patients between departments and on therapeutic outings.

About us

Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) employ around 4000 talented colleagues who are very much appreciated, valued, and respected.

We have a wide portfolio which includes mental health, physical health, learning disability and drug and alcohol services.

We are passionate about enhancing the quality of our service and we work hard to attract and select the right colleagues for our organisation. Our goal is to employ those who share our passion for providing first class care while remaining committed to our vision and values. Please view our Strategy using the link below:

https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/documents/clinical-and-organisational-strategy-2023-to-2028/

To find out more about working for RDaSH and the fantastic benefits we offer visit our website:

https://workwithrdash.co.uk/

We are committed to inclusive cultures and really value people in our organisation, view our Allyship video on YouTube to find out more:

https://youtu.be/WMJSkLoTk4Q

The main terms and conditions of service can be found here:

https://www.nhsemployers.org/publications/tchandbook

Details

Date posted

11 July 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£24,637.57 to £25,674 a year per annum, pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

376-RCGAO-0603-A

Job locations

Rotherham

Aughton road

Rotherham

S26 4TH


Job description

Job responsibilities

Please view the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the role

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please view the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the role

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • English and Maths at level 2 or equivalent (GCSE 9-4 or A*- C or functional skills level 2)
  • NVQ Level 2 in a related subject
  • NVQ level 3 in related subject or willingness to undertake a relevant Level 3 Apprenticeship

Experience

Essential

  • Demonstrate a keen interest caring for others
  • Previous experience of caring for patients in a clinical setting
  • Previous experience of working as part of a team

Desirable

  • Previous experience of supervision of staff

Knowledge

Essential

  • Understand importance of maintaining confidentiality
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • English and Maths at level 2 or equivalent (GCSE 9-4 or A*- C or functional skills level 2)
  • NVQ Level 2 in a related subject
  • NVQ level 3 in related subject or willingness to undertake a relevant Level 3 Apprenticeship

Experience

Essential

  • Demonstrate a keen interest caring for others
  • Previous experience of caring for patients in a clinical setting
  • Previous experience of working as part of a team

Desirable

  • Previous experience of supervision of staff

Knowledge

Essential

  • Understand importance of maintaining confidentiality

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

Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHSFT

Address

Rotherham

Aughton road

Rotherham

S26 4TH


Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHSFT

Address

Rotherham

Aughton road

Rotherham

S26 4TH


Employer's website

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

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Acute Inpatient Service Matron

Catherine Collins

catherine.collins5@nhs.net

Details

Date posted

11 July 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£24,637.57 to £25,674 a year per annum, pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

376-RCGAO-0603-A

Job locations

Rotherham

Aughton road

Rotherham

S26 4TH


Supporting documents

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