Healthcare Support Worker - Adult Community Services in London inLondon PUBLISHED TUE 4 NOV 2025 Jump to job information section
NHS Jobs rTogiLY8o
Job description
Permanent NHS role in London (SE13) with secure salary £24,937–£26,598, NHS pension and staff benefits.
Predictable shift patterns (08:00–16:00 or 12:00–20:00) make childcare, school runs and family life easier.
On-the-job training in phlebotomy and insulin administration — boost skills and future promotion prospects.
Daily access to a car and full UK driving licence required — gives independence and control over your rounds.
Mobile working devices provided for real‑time records — less paperwork, more hands‑on patient care.
Community rehabilitation focus, help patients regain independence — emotionally rewarding for compassionate carers.
Step into a practical, community-facing nursing support role in Lewisham (SE13) delivering hands-on care and clinical support alongside district nurses. As a Healthcare Support Worker in Adult Community Services you will monitor patients’ vital signs and escalate changes, undertake phlebotomy and administer insulin following appropriate training, perform simple wound dressings and other nursing tasks as directed, and support rehabilitation programmes that promote patient independence. The role also includes health promotion with patients and families, maintaining stock levels and accurate, immediate documentation using mobile working devices, and assisting with routine audits in line with Trust policies.
This full-time, permanent post pays £24,937–£26,598 and works two shift patterns (08:00–16:00 or 12:00–20:00) including weekends and bank holidays; a full current UK driving licence and daily access to a car are essential. It’s ideal for compassionate carers and women seeking meaningful clinical experience, clear training pathways and a supportive multi-disciplinary team in the community. Find this vacancy on jobsincare.com and click the “Apply Now” button alongside this advert to apply before the closing date, 11 November 2025.
This full-time, permanent post pays £24,937–£26,598 and works two shift patterns (08:00–16:00 or 12:00–20:00) including weekends and bank holidays; a full current UK driving licence and daily access to a car are essential. It’s ideal for compassionate carers and women seeking meaningful clinical experience, clear training pathways and a supportive multi-disciplinary team in the community. Find this vacancy on jobsincare.com and click the “Apply Now” button alongside this advert to apply before the closing date, 11 November 2025.
Permanent NHS role in London (SE13) with secure salary £24,937–£26,598, NHS pension and staff benefits.
Predictable shift patterns (08:00–16:00 or 12:00–20:00) make childcare, school runs and family life easier.
On-the-job training in phlebotomy and insulin administration — boost skills and future promotion prospects.
Daily access to a car and full UK driving licence required — gives independence and control over your rounds.
Mobile working devices provided for real‑time records — less paperwork, more hands‑on patient care.
Community rehabilitation focus, help patients regain independence — emotionally rewarding for compassionate carers.
Not sure?
If you're interested in this role but you have questions or you're not yet ready to apply, then please book a quick call with us and we'd be happy to answer any questions you have and tell you more about the role.
If you're interested in this role but you have questions or you're not yet ready to apply, then please book a quick call with us and we'd be happy to answer any questions you have and tell you more about the role.
Requirements
See the job description for full role requirements.
Benefits
Permanent NHS role in London (SE13) with secure salary £24,937–£26,598, NHS pension and staff benefits.; Predictable shift patterns (08:00–16:00 or 12:00–20:00) make childcare, school runs and family life easier.; On-the-job training in phlebotomy and insulin administration — boost skills and future promotion prospects.; Daily access to a car and full UK driving licence required — gives independence and control over your rounds.; Mobile working devices provided for real‑time records — less paperwork, more hands‑on patient care.; Community rehabilitation focus: help patients regain independence — emotionally rewarding for compassionate carers.
Is it a match?
A quick tap lets us tune future job matches for you
Location
Salary & benefits
Role duties
Working pattern
More information related to this job opportunity, from jobsincare:
Possible interview questions for this job
Click to
view Start practice interview
NEW!
Please wait...this will take a moment...
Please wait...this will take a moment...
More about the NHS
The National Health Service (NHS) is a cornerstone of healthcare in the United Kingdom, established in 1948 with the simple yet profound principle of providing healthcare to all citizens, free at the point of use. This revolutionary system aimed to ensure that access to medical services would not depend on an individual’s financial situation, a concept that has since become fundamental to British societal values. Learn more...
Useful skills for a Healthcare Support Worker - Adult Community Services:
Click to view
To work as a Healthcare Support Worker in the UK, you typically need a combination of skills and qualities. Here’s a list of essential skills and competencies:
1. Communication Skills: The ability to communicate effectively with patients, their families, and healthcare professionals is crucial. This includes listening skills and the ability to convey information clearly.
2. Empathy and Compassion: Healthcare support workers must be able to show kindness and understanding towards patients, many of whom may be vulnerable or in distress.
3. Teamwork: Working well with others is essential in a healthcare setting. Support workers often collaborate with nurses, doctors, and other healthcare professionals.
4. Attention to Detail: Being able to notice changes in a patient’s condition and being meticulous about following care plans and procedures is vital.
5. Organizational Skills: The ability to manage time effectively and prioritize tasks in a busy healthcare environment is important.
6. Basic Medical Knowledge: Familiarity with basic medical terminology and an understanding of healthcare practices can be beneficial.
7. Physical Stamina and Strength: The role can be physically demanding, requiring the ability to lift and move patients or equipment.
8. Problem-Solving Skills: The ability to think on your feet and adapt to changing situations is useful in healthcare settings.
9. Respect for Diversity: Understanding and respecting different backgrounds, cultures, and needs of patients is essential for providing inclusive care.
10. Technical Skills: Basic computer skills may be needed for maintaining patient records and using healthcare software.
11. Confidentiality and Professionalism: Adhering to ethical standards and maintaining patient confidentiality is critical in healthcare.
inLondon
51.50721740722656 -0.12758620083332062 London, England, United Kingdom 
Locations
are approximate.
This image is not representative.
Learn more
Scan with your phone to return to this page later.