Trainee Healthcare Support Worker – NHS Professionals Limited

Location: Osborne Court, Osborne Road, Malvern, Worcestershire, WR14 1JE

Start your career in healthcare with the Healthcare Support Worker Development (HCSWD) Programme in Learning Disabilities. NHS Professionals Limited offers a 6-month paid supervised placement, providing all the training, support, and guidance required to become a Healthcare Support Worker (HCSW).

Participants will work at Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust, gaining valuable on-the-job experience. Throughout the programme, trainees will work towards achieving the widely recognised Care Certificate, while enjoying the flexibility and benefits of being an NHS bank member.

Pay Rates

• Days: £11.44 per hour
• Saturdays/Nights: £16.13 per hour
• Sundays/Bank Holidays: £20.94 per hour

Main Duties of the Job

• Assist in caring for individuals with learning disabilities by supporting their daily living needs, such as hygiene, mobility, and personal comfort.
• Help develop life skills, including cooking, budgeting, and providing emotional support.
• Take basic observations, explain treatments, and update health records accurately.
• Contribute to health promotion activities for service users and their families.
• Work as part of a multidisciplinary team, assisting registered nurses and healthcare practitioners.
• Comply with Trust policies, including Safeguarding, and Infection Prevention and Control standards.

Key Requirements

• Applicants must be over 18 by the time classroom training begins.
• Ability to work at least 30 hours per week, covering early, late, and night shifts.
• A passion for patient care and a strong alignment with the six core values of compassionate practice.

About NHS Professionals Limited

NHS Professionals is the largest NHS staff bank, helping skilled healthcare workers find flexible shifts, enjoy better career opportunities, and achieve a healthier work-life balance. NHS Professionals supports partner Trusts across England, including Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust.

Benefits of Joining HCSWD Programme

• Opportunity for career progression
• Get paid weekly
• Paid annual leave and holiday allowance
• Gain practical experience while providing care and welfare to patients
• Receive dedicated training and supervised shifts, with mentorship from experienced healthcare professionals

About the Trust

Rated as “Good” in its most recent CQC inspection, Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust provides a range of services in community hospitals, recovery units, and the broader community. The Trust is a leader in digital mental health services and serves as the county’s main provider of community nursing, therapy, and mental health services.

What’s Next?

• Assessment Day: 22 October 2024
• Classroom Training: 4-8 November 2024

Once trainees have completed their placement and achieved the 15 Care Certificate Standards, they will be able to work flexibly as a Healthcare Support Worker (HCSW) or Healthcare Assistant (HCA) within the Trust or across other NHS Professionals partner Trusts. This programme is an excellent foundation for advancing your healthcare career, opening pathways to more senior roles or further study.

Apply Today

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply through the button below before the closing date of 18 October 2024.

FAQs

What are the benefits of doing an apprenticeship at NHS Professionals?

• Improves patient care
• Learn and develop skills, knowledge, and behaviours
• Develop team working skills
• Gain transferable skills and career progression opportunities
• Earn while learning, with ongoing and personalised support
• Become part of the local workforce and gain real-world experience

What are the Entry Requirements?

The requirements vary by apprenticeship level. For details, visit the NHS Apprenticeships page.

How much do Apprentices get paid?

Apprentice salary at NHS Professionals is based on the National Minimum Wage for your age, unless otherwise stated in the vacancy details.

What is the holiday entitlement for an apprentice?

Apprentices at NHS Professionals are entitled to 27 days of annual leave per year, running from April to March.

What is the duration of an apprenticeship?

Apprenticeships typically last between 1 and 5 years, depending on the level and type of apprenticeship. For more information, visit the Institute for Apprenticeships website.

What age do I need to be to do an apprenticeship?

Apprenticeships are open to anyone aged 16 and over.

Will I need to attend college or university?

At NHS Professionals, learning is delivered through a blended approach that includes face-to-face and virtual training by our trusted education partners.

Contact Information

Employer Details

Employer Name: NHS Professionals Limited
Employer Address: Osborne Court, Osborne Road, Malvern, Worcestershire, WR14 1JE
Employer Website: NHS Professionals Website
For inquiries about this job, contact the HCSWD Team at hcswdteam@nhsprofessionals.nhs.uk.

Reference Number

Reference Number: M0042-24-0410-CLB

Disclaimer

Please ensure you regularly check your email, including your junk folder, for updates regarding your application. If you do not receive a response within 21 days of submitting your application, please assume that you have not been shortlisted.