Band 3 Healthcare Support worker
The closing date is 18 January 2026
Job summary
We are recruiting enthusiastic and motivated Health Care Support workers for our Day Stay Unit (DSU, B448) and our Theatre Admission and Day Stay Unit TADSU, A301).
DSU is a separate unit in the south wing at Broomfield Hospital and has three integral Theatres. DSU undertakes a surgical pathway for patients undergoing elective procedures who are admitted and discharged on the same day. This includes an emergency ambulatory pathway for urgent operations.
TADSU is located within the Main Theatre Complex at Broomfield Hospital and undertakes a surgical Pathway for patients undergoing elective procedures who are admitted and discharged in the same day, as well as an inpatient pathway for patients requiring admission post surgery.
We provide safe and effective care to our patients across the specialities which include Urology, upper and Lower GI, Vascular, Breast, General, Plastics, Ophthalmology and Pain Clinic.
So, if this sounds like the role for you, please apply today.
Main duties of the job
These posts will involve working with the surgical patient through the pre-operative, peri-operative and post-operative periods.
Candidates should demonstrate an ability to communicate effectively, while maintaining a professional and friendly character.
The successful candidates will be allocated to either DSU or TADSU and will be expected to complete the Band 3 ward based competencies.
Candidates must show a willingness to work across the sites as required and demonstrate a flexibility to work the shift patterns.
You will be working with qualified staff to provide individualised care to our patients. Ensuring effective communication is maintained within the team and ensuring documentation is handled with confidentiality.
We are proactive in offering training and educational development which includes ongoing training opportunities for all of our staff.
About us
Our ambition is to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and well being of our patients, and provide a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.
We aim to make the most of our skills and experiences so we can become the best we can be. As one organisation we will recruit the finest and retain more specialist staff due to more employment opportunities across our Trust.
Details
Date posted
13 January 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
Depending on experience Dependant on experience
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time
Reference number
390-BR-T&A-6729
Job locations
Broomfield Hospital
Court Road
Chelmsford
CM17ET
Employer details
Employer name
Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Broomfield Hospital
Court Road
Chelmsford
CM17ET
Employer's website
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Employer contact details
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