{"interviewQueryText":"What are some good interview questions in British English for the job description below?\n\n-------------------------------------------\n\nHealth Care Support Workers with NHS Scotland in Kilmarnock, Scotland, United Kingdom\n\nNHS 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. Who We Are NHS Ayrshire and Arran is one of 14 territorial NHS Boards within NHS Scotland. In support of our core purpose of Working together to achieve the healthiest life possible for everyone in Ayrshire and Arran we are committed to a culture that is Caring Safe and Respectful. You will be required to work collaboratively in a safe, caring and respectful way. To find out more about NHS Ayrshire and Arran please visit our website - Position An opportunity has arisen for a Healthcare Support Worker at University Hospital Crosshouse. What You Will Do NHS Ayrshire & Arran Orthopaedic Trauma Unit at UHC has exciting opportunities to recruit band 3 HCSW posts of 30 hours which have become available. These posts are for Ward 2B but will provide cover as required within the Orthopaedic Trauma unit at UHC. These posts will ensure that we continue to deliver a high standard of unscheduled care to our patients in Ayrshire. You will demonstrate a keen interest in the care of orthopaedic trauma patients and as a Health Care support worker you will integrate into the Trauma and Orthopaedic multidisciplinary team following a period of departmental training. We are seeking individuals who have excellent communication and organisational skills that can excel in a highly pressured environment in order to collaborate with all members of the Multi-Disciplinary Team, ensuring the patient journey is positive and safe and care is delivered in a manner which is both professional and person centred. For further information on the role please click the link below to view the job description Knowledge, Training And/or Experience Required To Do The Job SVQ III in healthcare or equivalent higher qualification Develop and maintain competence and skills and knowledge- venepuncture, cannulation, and observations - Blood Pressure, pulse, temperature and respiratory rate monitoring, NEWS, bedside glucose monitoring, simple dressings under aseptic technique, removal of intravenous cannula devices, performing ECG. These skills will be in continuous development in relation to the demands of developing pathways and roles. You are required to possess a caring, friendly disposition Hours 30 per week If you want to find out more about the role, please contact: Eileen McCorgray for further details on 01563 827826/7 or email: eileen.mccorgary@aapct.scot.nhs.uk From 1 April 2024, the working week for NHS Agenda for Change workers in Scotland will be reduced. Full-time hours will reduce from 37.5 to 37 hours (pro rata for part-time staff) without loss of earnings. NHS Ayrshire and Arran will implement this change but it may not be possible to fully transition from 1 April and there may therefore be some areas of the organisation where implementation may take longer. If the department is currently unable to safely accommodate the reduced hours from 1st April, you may be required to work 37.5 hours per week (pro rata for part-time staff) until the department can meet the requirements without impacting patient safety - you will, of course, be remunerated accordingly. NHS Ayrshire and Arran is committed to full implementation of the 37 hour working week across all areas as soon as it is safe to do so Additional Information For Candidates You should apply for this post by completing the application process on JobTrain. DO NOT upload a CV as this will not be used for shortlisting purposes. Posts close at midnight on the indicated date. Late applications will not be accepted. For help to complete an application on JobTrain, please follow this link: To View Our Accessibility Statement, Please Follow This Link Please note that our correspondence method is by email, therefore please ensure you enter your email address accurately. Please check your email regularly (including junk folders) and also your JobTrain account for updates. Please contact JobTrain Candidate Support Hub : - for advice and support with any system issues. We recommend using the Internet Browser “ Google Chrome ” or “ Microsoft Edge ” when using JobTrain. Once you have submitted your application form you will be unable to make any amendments. Some of our vacancies are for internal candidates only . If you are a staff member, please ensure you update your JobTrain profile to reflect that you are employed by NHS Ayrshire and Arran. Please note, for all vacancies where a driving licence is required this must be a full UK/EU/EEA licence. NHS Ayrshire and Arran has a legal obligation to ensure that it does not employ any worker who has not been granted the relevant permission to work in the UK. This permission is, without exception, granted by UK Visas and Immigrations. We are required to check the entitlement to work in the UK of all prospective employees, regardless of nationality or job category. Candidates who require a Certificate of Sponsorship can access further information at We are unable to provide sponsorship for bank contracts. "}