Healthcare Support Worker - Harbourside Unit | University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust in Poole inPoole PUBLISHED WED 5 NOV 2025 Jump to job information section
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Healthcare Support Worker - Harbourside Unit | University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust Job details Posting date: 05 November 2025 Salary: Not specified Additional salary information: £24,937 - £26,598 pa/pro rata Hours: Part time Closing date: 05 December 2025 Location: Poole, BH15 2JB Company: Royal Bournemouth and Christchurch Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Job type: Permanent Job reference: 7549588/153-SP05230 Apply for this job Summary We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic, compassionate and highly motivated Healthcare Support Worker to join our friendly Women’s Health Team at University Hospitals Dorset (UHD). We provide a range of gynaecological services including minor elective surgical procedures, urogynaecology and other specialist women’s health clinics. The main site for the successful candidate will be Poole Hospital. The successful candidate may be required to work across site if the service requires support. Working pattern 18.5 hours per week- This will predominately be made up of: 1 x long day 8:30-18:00 &2 x short days - either early shifts (8:30-13:00) or late shifts (13:00-18:00) Please note this role will include occasional weekend working. Please note we can not offer sponsorship for this role. Interview Date: 24th November 2025 Informal visits are encouraged but not mandatory. To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents which are attached to this advert. Our values define who we are as #TeamUHD. They underpin everything we do now and in the future. They define how we treat our patients, visitors, and each other, our valued team mates and colleagues. UHD are investing in services across the Trust, with many being transformed and developed following merger and the New Hospital Programme. This means that some services may move site this year or next, either temporarily or long term. Recruiting Managers interviewing for this role will be happy to answer any specific questions that you have at interview. To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents which are attached to this advert This advert closes on Wednesday 19 Nov 2025 Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme Disability Confident About Disability Confident A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to Disability Confident .
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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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