Healthcare Support Worker
At a glance
- Band
- Band 3
- Contract
- Permanent
- Pattern
- 27.6
- Hours / week
- 27.6
- Posted
- 20/08/2026
- Closes
- 06/09/2026
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Role summary
This role is for a caring [contact details removed] on Ward 2A, a busy stroke and Medicine for the Elderly ward. You will assist patients with personal care, mobility, nutrition, and rehabilitation, working closely with the multidisciplinary team. The position is ideal for individuals experienced in caring for older adults or those with complex physical, cognitive, or rehabilitation needs. We are looking for someone compassionate, reliable, and committed to promoting patient dignity and independence.
Useful to know
Agenda for Change 2024/25 pays Band 3 at £24,625 – £25,674 a year, across England.
This advert: £29,103 – £31,409 — outside the standard scale; check for HCAS/London weighting.
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Job reference:
257372
Salary:
Band 3 (£29,103 - £31,409)
Job closing date:
06/09/2026
Job Type:
Nursing and Midwifery
Location:
Raigmore Hospital
Employment type:
Permanent
Hours Per Week:
27.6
Job posted date:
20/08/2026
Employer (NHS Board):
NHS Highland
Department:
Raigmore Hospital Ward 2A
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Job Advert
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.
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