Health Care Support Worker

School Result; Keighley; On-site; GBP 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Keighley is seeking a dedicated Health Care Support Worker to provide compassionate care under the supervision of registered professionals. The role involves assisting patients with personal care, clinical observations, and daily activities, contributing to a safe and supportive environment. Ideal candidates will possess NVQ2 training or equivalent, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work effectively in a team. This permanent position offers a Band 2 salary of £24,465 annually and the opportunity to make a difference in patients' lives.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Wellbeing support packages

Development opportunities

Qualifications

• Qualifications include NVQ2 training or equivalent experience.
• Experience in a caring environment, dealing with the public, and teamwork.
• Calmness and confidentiality in high-pressure situations.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and support to patients.
• Assist with clinical observations and emergency procedures.
• Engage patients in daily activities.

Skills

Caring attitude

Effective communication

Teamwork

Numeracy and literacy skills

Education

NVQ2 training or equivalent experience

NVQ3 or above in care (desirable)

Job description

Health Care Support Worker – Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust

Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust (BDCFT) is seeking caring and motivated individuals to join itsAdult Mental Health Acute & Specialist Care Service as Health Care Support Workers. This permanent, full-time role offers Band 2 pay under the Agenda for Change scheme and closes on 20 January 2026.

• Job Title: Health Care Support Worker
• Employer: Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust (BDCFT)
• Location: Airedale Centre for Mental Health, Steeton, Keighley, BD20 6TD
• Pay Scheme: Agenda for Change
• Band: Band 2
• Salary: £24,465 per annum
• Contract Type: Permanent
• Working Pattern: Full-Time
• Closing Date: 20 January 2026
• Shortlisting Date: 21 January 2026
• Assessment Centre & Interview Date: 6 February 2026 (in-person only, New Mill, Saltaire)
• Reference Number: Not specified

Job Summary

Health Care Support Workers provide high-quality, compassionate care under the supervision of registered healthcare professionals. You will support patients across Airedale and Bradford units, ensuring dignity, safety, and wellbeing while contributing to a supportive ward environment.

Main Duties

• Provide personal care (hygiene, mobility, nutrition, emotional wellbeing)
• Assist with clinical observations, emergency procedures, and therapeutic interventions
• Support admissions and discharges, maintaining accurate records
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and colleagues
• Record patient information and assist with administrative tasks
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure safe ward environments
• Engage patients in daily activities (shopping, cooking, appointments)
• Promote safety and safeguarding, reporting concerns per Trust policy
• Work flexibly across wards to meet service needs
• Support new staff induction and quality improvement initiatives

About Us

BDCFT is guided by its values:

• We Care – Respect and empathy, valuing difference
• We Listen – Understanding and responding to individual needs
• We Deliver – Providing excellent services and supporting partners

The Trust offers flexible working arrangements, wellbeing support packages, and development opportunities. It holds a Bronze Award in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme and is committed to environmental sustainability through its Green Plan.

Person Specification

Qualifications (Essential):

• NVQ2 training or equivalent experience

Qualifications (Desirable):

• NVQ3 or above in care or relevant modules
• Experience in mental health care

Experience (Essential):

• Working in a caring environment (professionally or at home)
• Experience dealing with the public
• Teamwork and effective patient care skills
• Evidence of numeracy and literacy skills
• Motivation to meet patient needs
• Confidentiality, trustworthiness, and calmness in highly charged situations

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check will be required.

Employer Contact

• Contact Person: Recruitment Officer – Dannielle Levy

Applications must be submitted via the BDCFT careers portal before the closing date. Click here to apply