Location
Watford, Hertfordshire
Type
Permanent | Full-time | Flexible working
Salary (£)
£25,427 to £26,958 per year including HCA
About West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
They’re not just upgrading wards. They’re rethinking how care should feel. With new hospitals on the horizon and virtual care already changing lives, West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust is creating something more human, more flexible, more connected. Their award-winning teams are backed by solid digital innovation, and they’re building not just spaces but cultures where people feel supported. If you’re after a career in a supportive work environment where you’re seen, heard, and developed, this might be the place to start or grow your journey.
Job details
Benefits
- NHS Pension Scheme – one of the most generous in the UK
- Fully funded Care Certificate and training – get skilled while on the job
- Career development pathways – access to Healthcare Support Worker Apprenticeship or Nursing Associate programmes
- Flexible working patterns – enjoy a rotating shift with enhanced weekend and night pay
- Annual leave allowance – take the time you need to recharge
- Staff discounts and salary sacrifice schemes – make your earnings go further
Requirements
- Good standard of written and spoken English
- Willingness to complete the Care Certificate
- Enthusiastic about providing hands-on, compassionate care
- Keen to work as part of a close-knit, motivated team
- Comfortable with shift-based work including nights and weekends
Desirable but not required:
- Completed Care Certificate or NVQ Level 2
- Functional Skills Level 2 or equivalent in English and Maths
- Experience in a care setting or with First Aid
Salary Details
The role is Band 2, offering a salary between £25,427 and £26,958 per year including HCA allowance, depending on experience. You’ll also benefit from enhancements for nights, weekends, and bank holidays.
About the Role
This isn’t just another ward role. It’s about making people feel safe and respected in their most vulnerable moments. As a Healthcare Support Worker, you’ll bring comfort, dignity, and a sense of normality to patients across medical and surgical teams. Whether you’re helping someone eat their first post-op meal or supporting them through personal care, what you do will have real impact.
Shifts are 12.5 hours long and rotate through days, nights, weekends, and bank holidays. You’ll be working three shifts a week, with a fourth added in one week out of four. It’s full-on, but it’s fulfilling.
They’re not looking for set-shift-only applicants, so flexibility is key. If you’re after immediate start jobs UK and you’re open to a fast-paced but deeply rewarding career, this could be your lane.
Key Responsibilities
- Support patients with personal care and day-to-day activities
- Work closely with registered nurses and the wider care team
- Encourage patients to regain independence where possible
- Ensure patient safety, comfort, and dignity at all times
- Accurately report and document patient observations
- Be an active part of a compassionate and professional care environment
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This role will require a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check due to the nature of the work.
Certificate of Sponsorship
They are unable to offer Skilled Worker visa sponsorship for this post.
Equal Opportunity Statement
They value inclusion. Applicants from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply, especially those with a disability, long-term condition, or Armed Forces community members.
Employer Details
- Company Name: West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
- Address: Watford General Hospital, Watford, WD18 0HB
- Contact: Geanina Duduta, geanina.duduta@nhs.net
- Website: www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk
Reference Number
360-HCSW-JUNE25
How To Apply
Don’t wait around. If you’re ready to bring empathy, energy, and care to a team that values your growth, Apply Now and start making your impact.
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