NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is one of the largest healthcare systems in the UK employing around 40,000 staff in a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and job roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health care services to a population of over 1.15 million and a wider population of 2.2 million when our regional and national services are included.
The shift pattern for this position is long days/nights.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated, Band 3, Health Care Support Worker to join the nursing team within the Surgical Receiving Unit at Glasgow Royal Infirmary. It is a busy receiving unit which requires an individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment.
Duties include:
To meet the challenges of this post you must hold SVQ level 2 or be willing to complete within the first year of employment and have relevant experience in a caring environment.
We can offer a wide range of training opportunities to advance and develop your skills. Within the ward setting, you are supported through your development by experienced team members.
You will be required to achieve the mandatory induction standards for Health Care Support Workers in Scotland and to comply with the Code of Conduct throughout your employment.
Shift pattern is rotational and will consist of a variable shift pattern working a mixture of Early/Late/12 hour shifts.
For further information please call SCN Alison White on 0141 201 5800.
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all sections of the community. We promote a culture of inclusion across the organisation and are proud of the diverse workforce we have.
By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer. We support applications from across the Armed Forces Community, recognising military skills, experience and qualifications during the recruitment and selection process.
NHS Scotland is reducing their full-time working week from 37.5 to 37 hours per week from 1 April 2024 but with no change in pay. This reduction will also be applied pro rata for part-time staff. This advert and any subsequent offer/contract of employment therefore reflects the new working hours.
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