Healthcare Support Worker in Exeter inExeter PUBLISHED WED 12 NOV 2025 Jump to job information section
Band 3: £24,937 to £26,598 a year per annum pro rata
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BLUE LIGHT CARD FAMILY HCSW NHS PENSION
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Onsite OFSTED‑rated nursery at Exeter — reliable childcare available close to work.
Part‑time 28 hrs/week permanent post — ideal for school runs, caring responsibilities or a second role.
Paid while you learn with funded training (Care Certificate/degree options) and clear Band progression.
Work in Gynaecology Outpatients — meaningful female‑focused care with chaperone and clinic support duties.
Large, trusted NHS employer — generous pension, staff discounts, wellbeing services and strong job security.
Family‑friendly policies, shift pay enhancements and practical perks like car‑lease and cycle‑to‑work schemes.
Make a real difference to people’s lives as a Healthcare Support Worker with Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust in Exeter (EX2). This permanent, part‑time Band 3 role (28 hours per week) in the Gynaecology Outpatient and Pre‑assessment teams pays between £24,937 and £26,598 pro rata. You’ll provide personal care, support nutrition and recovery, act as a chaperone, assist with gynaecology procedures and routine screening, and help keep clinics stocked and clean. No prior qualifications are required — you’ll be paid while you learn through a comprehensive induction and ongoing training scheme, with clear routes for career progression as you gain experience.
You’ll join a compassionate, inclusive workforce across Devon that values flexible, family‑friendly working and staff wellbeing. Benefits include generous annual leave (starting at 27 days plus bank holidays), access to occupational health and counselling, staff discounts, nursery and salary sacrifice schemes, the NHS Pension, study and development opportunities, and a supportive team environment that particularly suits women carers balancing home and work. A DBS check is required. Click the “Apply Now” button alongside this advert to start your application — the full listing is also available on jobsincare.com.
You’ll join a compassionate, inclusive workforce across Devon that values flexible, family‑friendly working and staff wellbeing. Benefits include generous annual leave (starting at 27 days plus bank holidays), access to occupational health and counselling, staff discounts, nursery and salary sacrifice schemes, the NHS Pension, study and development opportunities, and a supportive team environment that particularly suits women carers balancing home and work. A DBS check is required. Click the “Apply Now” button alongside this advert to start your application — the full listing is also available on jobsincare.com.
Onsite OFSTED‑rated nursery at Exeter — reliable childcare available close to work.
Part‑time 28 hrs/week permanent post — ideal for school runs, caring responsibilities or a second role.
Paid while you learn with funded training (Care Certificate/degree options) and clear Band progression.
Work in Gynaecology Outpatients — meaningful female‑focused care with chaperone and clinic support duties.
Large, trusted NHS employer — generous pension, staff discounts, wellbeing services and strong job security.
Family‑friendly policies, shift pay enhancements and practical perks like car‑lease and cycle‑to‑work schemes.
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Onsite OFSTED‑rated nursery at Exeter — reliable childcare available close to work.; Part‑time 28 hrs/week permanent post — ideal for school runs, caring responsibilities or a second role.; Paid while you learn with funded training (Care Certificate/degree options) and clear Band progression.; Work in Gynaecology Outpatients — meaningful female‑focused care with chaperone and clinic support duties.; Large, trusted NHS employer — generous pension, staff discounts, wellbeing services and strong job security.; Family‑friendly policies, shift pay enhancements and practical perks like car‑lease and cycle‑to‑work schemes.
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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.
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