Community Health and Social Care Support Worker

Transformationunitgm; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A community health service provider in the East Midlands is seeking a Community Health and Social Care Support Worker to assist patients who recently left hospitals. The role involves providing individual care in the community, collaborating with clinicians, and maintaining high care standards. Required qualifications include GCSE Maths & English and NVQ Level 3 or equivalent experience. Beneficial perks such as annual leave, flexible working, and ongoing training opportunities are offered as part of this position.

Benefits

27 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Yearly appraisal and ongoing training

Free confidential employee assistance programme

Qualifications

• GCSE or equivalent in Maths & English needed.
• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent experience required.
• Previous experience in health and social care essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual care to patients in the community.
• Assist clinicians in treatment and care delivery.
• Maintain high standards of documentation and team support.

Skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to work in a team

Willingness to travel

Education

GCSE Maths & English (C/4 or above) or equivalent

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in a relevant subject

Job description

Employer: Derbyshire Community Health Services NHS Foundation Trust – Site: Florence Nightingale Community Hospital, Town of Derby. Salary: £24,937 – £26,598 per annum (pro‑rated). Closing date: 07 Jan 2026 23:59.

Community Health and Social Care Support Worker

NHS AfC: Band 3

Be outstanding – join an outstanding team!

Job overview

Have you got your qualification in care and are looking for your next step?

Our Community First Team has opportunities for Community Health & Social Care Support Workers to join our team in Derby City.

What does the Community First Team do?

We step in to support people who are discharged from acute hospitals and those who need an urgent community response. The team provides short‑term/interim support in people's homes over a seven‑day rota.

If you would like to discuss a day in the life of this role, please contact Nikki Ludlow at 07919 466181.

Key Responsibilities

Hours and Shift Patterns

Various shift patterns, including unsocial hours, weekends and bank holidays.

Location and Travel

Base: Florence Nightingale Community Hospital; Area Covered: Derby City and surrounding area. The role requires driving to patients' homes – a valid UK driving licence and access to a vehicle are mandatory. DCHS provides a mileage policy and car lease scheme.

Main duties

• Provide individual care in the community without direct supervision, supporting patients to optimise health and independence.
• Assist clinicians in delivering agreed programmes of treatment and care.
• Maintain high standards of documentation and reflect DCHS values.
• Support multidisciplinary team working.
• Provide coverage at Perth House, Chaddesden, when required.

Working for our organisation

Our purpose is to provide community health services to a population of over one million people in Derbyshire and Derby as part of Joined Up Care Derbyshire. We operate 11 community hospitals, over 30 health centres and many care and social services.

Benefits

• Commitment to flexible working where possible.
• 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays; increased to 29 days after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years.
• Yearly appraisal and commitment to ongoing training.
• Generous maternity, paternity and adoption benefits.
• Incremental pay progression.
• Free confidential employee assistance programme available 24/7.
• Access to staff networks and health & wellbeing opportunities.
• Structured learning and development opportunities.

Person specification

Education, Qualifications and Training

• GCSE Maths & English (C/4 or above) or equivalent.
• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in a relevant subject, or equivalent previous experience.

Experience and Knowledge Required

• Previous experience in a health & social care setting.
• Experience providing personal care.
• Understanding of the health and social care system.

Skills and Attributes

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a team.
• Willingness to travel within a locality.

Contact

Recruitment team: 01332 564856, option 1 or email