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We are looking for a caring and compassionate Healthcare Support Worker to join our dedicated team on Ward 2A, a busy stroke and Medicine for the Elderly ward.
The successful candidate will support patients with personal care, mobility, nutrition, rehabilitation, and activities of daily living while working closely with nurses and the wider multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality, person-centred care.
This role is particularly suited to individuals with experience caring for older adults, whether in a healthcare, care home, community, or personal caring setting. Experience supporting people with complex physical, cognitive, or rehabilitation needs would be advantageous.
We are seeking someone who is compassionate, reliable, and committed to promoting dignity, independence, and wellbeing for our patients.
If you are passionate about making a difference and providing excellent care to older people and stroke patients, we would welcome your application.
Informal enquiries to Yvonne Mackay, SCN Ward 2A 01463 704451 / Yvonne.mackay2@nhs.scot
Please note that due to the hours offered this post is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship and a CoS cannot be provided.
NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR CANDIDATES
- Please note that this vacancy may close before the advertised closing date if a high number of applications are received. Early application is therefore advised.
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- Applications are welcome from Gaelic speakers. / Tha fàilte air tagraidhean bho luchd‑labhairt na Gàidhlig.
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NHS Highland is geographically the largest of the 14 regional boards of NHS Scotland, covering an area of 12,500 square miles, across Highland and Argyll & Bute.
We employ over 10,700 people, making us one of the biggest employers in the area. As an organisation, we make a very significant contribution to the local economy.
Our staff are also important members of our communities. Our greatest asset is our workforce, and the way we go about our work comes from the values and behaviours we demonstrate on a daily basis. As a board we strive to ensure the environment is conducive to nurturing a positive culture, supported and delivered through our NHS and social care values.
Care and compassion | Dignity and respect | Openness, honesty and responsibility | Quality and teamwork |
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