Band 3 – General Medicine
Location: Southmead Hospital, Bristol
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full-time or Part-time (23, 34.5 or 37.5 hrs/week)
Shifts: Working across 7 days including bank holidays, weekends, and night duties
Salary: £24,625 – £25,674 per annum (pro rata)
Closing Date: 16/06/2025 at 08:00
Job Ref: 339-TA-SHCSW-28B0625
Job Overview
Are you an experienced Healthcare Support Worker seeking a dynamic and rewarding role?
Join Ward 28B — a friendly, busy team committed to delivering high-quality compassionate care. We work closely with a multidisciplinary team (MDT) and provide a supportive environment to grow your career.
- Enthusiastic and motivated individuals welcome
- Opportunities for career development
- Entry-level considered if appropriate
Please Note: This role does not meet the current salary requirement for visa sponsorship. As of April 9, 2025, the minimum salary for a Skilled Worker visa is £25,000. Most new starters are appointed at the lower band level.
Main Duties
You’ll support patients with essential care tasks alongside a Registered Nurse.
Core responsibilities include:
- Assisting with daily living (washing, dressing, toileting, feeding)
- Monitoring patients and performing basic health checks
- Promoting dignity and comfort
- Maintaining accurate documentation
Advanced clinical tasks (after training):
- Blood pressure and oxygen saturation checks
- Monitoring pulse, respiration, and temperature
- Glucose testing
- ECG monitoring
- Collecting and testing urine, faecal and sputum samples
- Venepuncture and cannulation
- Aseptic non-touch technique
Working for North Bristol NHS Trust
North Bristol NHS Trust employs over 12,000 staff and serves the wider Bristol area from Southmead Hospital.
We are a regional Major Trauma Centre and internationally recognised in many specialties.
Our vision:
Exceptional healthcare, personally delivered.
We are committed to equality, inclusion, and building a workforce that reflects our diverse community. Applicants from underrepresented groups are especially encouraged to apply.
Nursing Care (under indirect supervision, after competency)
- Carry out delegated duties aligned with care plans
- Use initiative and sound judgment where needed
- Monitor patients and escalate concerns appropriately
- Follow infection prevention and health & safety policies
- Support patient independence and self-care
- Accurately document care delivery and communication
- Maintain equipment and clinical supplies
- Work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team
Education, Training & Qualifications
Essential:
- NVQ/RQF Level 3 in Health & Social Care (or equivalent experience, minimum 12 months)
- GCSE Grade A–C (4+) or equivalent in English and Maths
Desirable:
- Clinical skills training
Work Experience
Essential:
- 12+ months in a health or social care setting
- Teamwork and time management experience
Desirable:
- End-of-life care experience
Skills and Abilities
Essential:
- Effective written and verbal communication
- Basic IT and documentation skills
- Ability to work with minimal supervision to a high standard
Application process
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