Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust

Health Care Support Worker

The closing date is 28 January 2026

Job summary

ARE YOU PASSIONATE ABOUT MAKING A DIFFERENCE IN MENTAL HEALTH CARE?

WE'RE LOOKING FOR DEDICATED HEALTH CARE SUPPORT WORKERS TO JOIN OUR STAFF BANK!

We are looking for caring, motivated individuals to join us on our Staff Bank as Health Care Support Workers within our Adult Mental Health Acute & Specialist Care Service.

As a Staff Bank Health Care Support Worker, you will work under the supervision of registered healthcare professionals to provide high-quality, compassionate care to patients across our Airedale and Bradford units. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain experience in mental health care, contribute to patient wellbeing, and work flexibly around your lifestyle.

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend an in-person assessment centre on 6th February 2026 at New Mill, Saltaire.

Please note:

This is the only date available for interviews.
Virtual interviews will not be offered.

We kindly ask all applicants to ensure they are available on this date before applying.

Main duties of the job

As a Health Care Support Worker in our Adult Mental Health Acute Care Service, you'll play a vital role in delivering compassionate, person-centred care. Under the guidance of registered healthcare professionals, you'll support a defined group of patients--helping them through some of the most challenging times in their lives.

You'll:

Provide hands-on care and planned interventions that truly matter.
Work closely with experienced Assistant Practitioners, taking the lead on delegated tasks that build your confidence and skills.
Be a key part of a multidisciplinary team, ensuring every patient feels safe, respected, and valued.

This is more than just a job--it's a chance to grow, to lead, and to make every interaction count. If you're passionate about mental health and ready to step into a role where your contribution is seen and celebrated, we'd love to hear from you.

This position is not eligible for sponsorship set by theHome Officeand theskilled worker visa occupation list.

If you are currently a visa holder and your visa status expires, we may be required to terminate your employment in compliance with immigration regulations.

About us

Everything we do is underpinned by our core values: -

We Care- We act with respect and empathy, and always value difference

We Listen- We understand people's views and respond to their individual needs

We Deliver- We develop and provide excellent services and support our partners

We will consider a variety of flexible working arrangements to enable staff to balance their work and home lives and support staff by offering a fantastic range of benefits including :

Increase mileage rates for > 3500

A wide range of health and wellbeing support packages

A range of internal and external development and learning opportunities

Plus many more.

We are also proud to pledge our support to the Armed Forces and hold a Bronze Award in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme.

BDCFT is dedicated to environmental and social sustainability by delivering on the commitments within our Green Plan. All staff are actively encouraged and supported to participate in training and to identify and implement sustainable quality improvement across all service areas and activities.

Please note that the Trust reserves the right to close the vacancy before the closing date if a sufficient number of applications are received. It is in the candidate's best interest to apply as soon as possible

Date posted

21 January 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£24,465 a year Per Annum Pro Rata

Contract

Bank

Working pattern

Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

453-26-7742793-SB

Job locations

Airedale Centre for Mental Health and Lynfield Mount Hospital

Bradford and Steeton

BD18 3LD

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please read the attached Job description and person specification for further details about this role.

Right to Work in the UK

Prior to your appointment you will be asked to provide confirmation of your right to work and reside in the UK. During your continued employment with the Trust, you have a personal responsibility to notify your manager as soon as possible should there be any changes to your right to work status.

Regrettably, if the role is not eligible for sponsorship under the Trusts eligibility criteria, the Trust are unable to extend your employment beyond the expiration of your current visa. The Trust is not responsible or liable for ensuring that your employment continues after this period.

As a condition of continuous employment, it essential you maintain the legal right to work in the United Kingdom throughout the duration of your employment with Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust (BDCFT). Any change in your right-to-work status, including but not limited to visa expiration, revocation, or denial of renewal, may impact your eligibility for employment with the Trust. It is your responsibility to promptly inform your Line Manager of any changes in your right-to-work status immediately and to provide necessary documentation for verification purposes. Failure to obtain or renew your visa in a timely manner is a breach of employment conditions and will result in termination of your employment. We appreciate your attention to this matter and your commitment to fulfilling this requirement promptly.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please read the attached Job description and person specification for further details about this role.

Right to Work in the UK

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

NVQ2 training or equivalent experience

Desirable

NVQ3 in care or modules relevant to the area
Experience of the speciality area (Mental Health)

Experience

Essential

Working in a caring environment (professionally or at home)
Experience of dealing with the public

Desirable

Able to evidence working in a caring environment or worked in a voluntary position

Skills

Essential

Ability to work as part of a team.
Effective patient/client care skills.
Excellent verbal and written. communication skills.
Evidence of numeracy and literacy skills

Attitude/Approach

Essential

Motivation to meet the patients needs for self and others.
Ability to demonstrate confidentiality and trustworthiness and remain calm in highly charged situations

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

NVQ2 training or equivalent experience

Desirable

NVQ3 in care or modules relevant to the area
Experience of the speciality area (Mental Health)

Experience

Essential

Working in a caring environment (professionally or at home)
Experience of dealing with the public

Desirable

Able to evidence working in a caring environment or worked in a voluntary position

Skills

Essential

Ability to work as part of a team.
Effective patient/client care skills.
Excellent verbal and written. communication skills.
Evidence of numeracy and literacy skills

Attitude/Approach

Essential

Motivation to meet the patients needs for self and others.
Ability to demonstrate confidentiality and trustworthiness and remain calm in highly charged situations

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.

Employer details

Employer name

Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Airedale Centre for Mental Health and Lynfield Mount Hospital

Bradford and Steeton

BD18 3LD

Employer's website

https://www.bdct.nhs.uk/current-vacancies/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Airedale Centre for Mental Health and Lynfield Mount Hospital

Bradford and Steeton

BD18 3LD

Employer's website

https://www.bdct.nhs.uk/current-vacancies/ (Opens in a new tab)