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Assistant Healthcare Support Worker

United Kingdom, Swindon 25272.00 - 27476.00 GBP / Year · Job Posted April 16, 2026
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Join Our Team as a Healthcare Support Worker. Are you passionate about making a real difference in people's lives? At Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, we're proud to be an ambitious, forward-thinking organisation committed to delivering exceptional care to every patient, every day. We're now looking for dedicated and enthusiastic Heathcare Support Workers to join our team. As a Healthcare Assistant, you'll play a vital role in supporting our nursing teams and delivering compassionate, individualised patient care. No two days are the same -- you'll be part of a fast-paced, rewarding environment where your contribution truly matters.

Job Responsibility

  • Providing compassionate, person-centred care and communicating with kindness
  • Supporting patients with personal care needs, including catheter care and continence management
  • Assisting with nutrition and hydration to promote patient wellbeing
  • Delivering effective pressure area care
  • Collecting routine specimens safely and accurately
  • Carrying out safe moving and handling practices
  • Completing essential documentation such as food and fluid charts and outcome sheets
  • Maintaining a clean, safe, and well-organised clinical environment
  • Delivering care in line with risk assessments and individual care plans
  • Ensuring clinical rooms are fully stocked with the correct forms and patient information
  • Preparing medical notes to support the smooth running of clinics

Requirements

  • GCSE A*-D in English Language or equivalent
  • GCSE A*-D in Mathematics or equivalent
  • Able to demonstrate literacy and numeracy skills at interview assessment
  • Evidence of ability to work as a member of a team
  • Experience of time management and prioritising work

Nice to have

  • Level 2 in Health & Social care (NVQ, QCF, RQF)
  • Level 2 NVQ in Healthcare Health & Social Care or Level 2 QCF Diploma in Clinical Healthcare support
  • Prior experience of providing care in a healthcare or social setting
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