Employer: NHS Greater Glasgow & Clyde
Job Title: Health Care Support Worker
Location: United Kingdom
Salary: £29,103 – £31,409 per year
Job Type: Full-time
Closing Date: 17/06/2026

About NHS Greater Glasgow & Clyde

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the United Kingdom, employing approximately 40,000 staff across clinical and non-clinical roles. It delivers acute hospital, primary, community, and mental health services to a population of over 1.15 million people, and up to 2.2 million when regional and national services are included.

Job Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for the position of a Senior Health Care Support Worker within the Cardiology Ward at the Royal Hospital for Children.

This role is for an enthusiastic, highly motivated, dynamic, and approachable individual with excellent communication and interpersonal skills, who is willing to participate in ongoing learning.

All roles are assessed for sponsorship eligibility in line with current Home Office requirements. NHS Greater Glasgow & Clyde can only issue a Certificate of Sponsorship where criteria are met.

Duration, Location & Working Pattern

• Part-time role (34.5 hours)
• Rotational shifts including day and night shifts over 7 days
• Based at the Royal Hospital for Children
• Salary is pro rata for part-time hours

Key Responsibilities

Work within Ward 1E, a 14-bedded inpatient ward providing national cardiology care for children and young people across Scotland, supporting the multidisciplinary team in delivering high-quality patient care.

Knowledge, Training & Experience Required

• SVQ Level 3 or equivalent
• Basic literacy and numeracy
• Previous child care experience
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills
• Willingness to undertake training and become competent within 6 months in:
  • Recording Vital Signs
  • Pressure Area Care
  • Nasogastric Feeding
  • Gastrostomy Feeding
  • Moving and Handling

Benefits & What NHS Scotland Offers

NHS Scotland provides a wide range of supportive policies and employee benefits, including:

• Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Bursary scheme
• Learning and development opportunities

As an NHS Scotland employee, you will also receive:

• Minimum 27 days annual leave, increasing with service, plus public holidays
• NHS Pension Scheme with life insurance benefits
• Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme
• Enhanced pay for public holidays
• NHS discounts on goods and services
• Confidential counselling and psychological support

Additional Information

NHS Greater Glasgow & Clyde supports flexible working options where service needs allow and encourages applications from individuals seeking work-life balance arrangements.

The organisation is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion, and welcomes applications from all communities, including the Armed Forces community.

Applicants should note that AI tools may be used for preparation only, but all application responses must be original and based on personal experience.

The post may close early depending on application volume, so early submission is advised.

How to Apply

If this opportunity interests you, head to the company’s official website for full details — click here to submit your application.