Healthcare Support Worker inGreater Aberdeen Area inGreater Aberdeen Area PUBLISHED
SAT 4 JAN 2025
NHS Ayrshire & Arran rbB7s6r
Opportunity to contribute to vital support services in the healthcare sector, specifically in blood transfusion and immunohaematology.
Comprehensive training provided with no prior experience required, allowing for individuals to develop their skills and knowledge within the role.
Employment with NHS Scotland, a reputable employer known for its commitment to health improvements and patient care.
Attractive benefits package including a pension scheme, work-life balance policies, and access to health and wellness services.
Commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion, allowing all employees to feel respected and valued in the workplace.
Flexibility in working arrangements supported by Once for Scotland flexible working policies, enabling a balance between personal and professional responsibilities.
The NHS Scotland is seeking a Healthcare Support Worker to join the Blood Bank / Immunohaematology team at the Aberdeen Blood Transfusion Centre. This role involves providing essential support to Biomedical scientists within a clinical laboratory, where successful candidates will receive comprehensive training to perform a variety of general duties. No prior experience is necessary, but applicants must possess strong data inputting skills, be fluent in English, and have a valid full manual driving licence. The position requires participation in a 24/7 shift roster, working a total of 37 hours per week.
NHS Ayrshire & Arran emphasises equality and diversity, welcoming applications from all segments of society. The organisation is committed to creating an inclusive environment and offers various benefits including a pension scheme, flexible working options, and opportunities for professional development. Interested candidates must reside in the UK, and successful applicants will undergo a Disclosure Scotland check. For more information, potential applicants can contact the Blood Bank Manager or visit the NSS website. Applications close on January 5, 2025.
NHS Ayrshire & Arran emphasises equality and diversity, welcoming applications from all segments of society. The organisation is committed to creating an inclusive environment and offers various benefits including a pension scheme, flexible working options, and opportunities for professional development. Interested candidates must reside in the UK, and successful applicants will undergo a Disclosure Scotland check. For more information, potential applicants can contact the Blood Bank Manager or visit the NSS website. Applications close on January 5, 2025.
NHS 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.
Healthcare Support Worker
About The Organisation
National Services Scotland (NSS) is a national NHS Board operating right at the heart of NHSScotland providing invaluable support and advice at a strategic and operational level. NSS supports customers to deliver their services more efficiently and effectively and we offer shared services on a national scale using best-in-class systems and standards. Our priority is always the same – to improve the health and well-being of the people of Scotland. We do this by working in partnership with colleagues across Health and Social Care to deliver fit for purpose solutions and systems, delivering high quality services that help our stakeholders to free up resources so they can be re-invested into essential services.
The Post
The Scottish National Blood Transfusion Service (SNBTS) plays a vital role as part of NHS Scotland. NHS National Services Scotland’s mission is to enable and support the delivery of better care working in partnership. We do this by providing a range of specialised support services that enable NHS boards to focus their efforts on delivering health improvement and patient care. Suitable applicants are invited to join a hard-working team in Blood Bank / Immunohaematology of the Transfusion Centre.
The Candidate
We are currently looking for a reliable person to join our clinical laboratory team. You will be trained to carry out a range of general duties to provide vital support for the Biomedical scientist staff in our Clinical Laboratory. The successful candidate should have a flexible approach to work. No relevant experience is required as full training will be given however excellent data inputting skills and fluency in the English language are essential. Applicants must also hold a valid, full manual driving licence.
The successful candidate will be required to undergo a Disclosure Scotland check. Any candidate who have lived/worked overseas for more than 12 months in the preceding 5 years will also be required to provide a criminal record check from the appropriate overseas agency.
Location and Working Pattern:
This post will be based in Aberdeen Blood Transfusion Centre.
The work pattern for this post is Monday to Sunday, 37 hours per week.
In the Blood Bank a 24/7 shift roster is in operation and permanent post holders must participate. Agenda for Change remuneration rates for shift working apply.
It is a condition of this employment that you must live and remain a resident within the UK for the post in which you will be employed with NSS.
Benefits
Our benefits package includes pension scheme, comprehensive range of work life balance policies, occupational health services, learning resource centres and discounted leisure, financial and shopping benefits. HR Benefits Brochure.
Inclusion
NHS National Services Scotland (NSS) is a national board and, as an anchor institution, it is our ambition to be a diverse and inclusive organisation where everyone feels welcome. We recognise that flexible working creates an inclusive workplace where employees can thrive and feel confident about their ability to balance their personal and professional responsibilities. This is supported through Once for Scotland flexible working policies. NSS has made a long-term commitment to staff health and well-being and offers many learning and development opportunities to support and improve our approaches to diversity, inclusion and mental health in the workplace. There are a number of equality staff networks in place which all staff are welcome to join. We are also an equal opportunities employer and as such guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for our vacancies. As an accredited Disability Confident Leader, it is the aim of NSS to offer a fully accessible and inclusive recruitment service that supports applicants on their candidate journey. If you are interested in any reasonable adjustments, please contact the Recruitment Team on
Further Information
For an informal discussion on the post, please contact Lorraine Jappy, Blood Bank Manager on or
Closing date for completed applications is 5 January 2025.
Further information on NSS is available from: www.jobsincare.com/job/jbliCzYO note that the majority of correspondence is sent by e-mail only, so please check your e-mail regularly (including junk folders).
Healthcare Support Worker
About The Organisation
National Services Scotland (NSS) is a national NHS Board operating right at the heart of NHSScotland providing invaluable support and advice at a strategic and operational level. NSS supports customers to deliver their services more efficiently and effectively and we offer shared services on a national scale using best-in-class systems and standards. Our priority is always the same – to improve the health and well-being of the people of Scotland. We do this by working in partnership with colleagues across Health and Social Care to deliver fit for purpose solutions and systems, delivering high quality services that help our stakeholders to free up resources so they can be re-invested into essential services.
The Post
The Scottish National Blood Transfusion Service (SNBTS) plays a vital role as part of NHS Scotland. NHS National Services Scotland’s mission is to enable and support the delivery of better care working in partnership. We do this by providing a range of specialised support services that enable NHS boards to focus their efforts on delivering health improvement and patient care. Suitable applicants are invited to join a hard-working team in Blood Bank / Immunohaematology of the Transfusion Centre.
The Candidate
We are currently looking for a reliable person to join our clinical laboratory team. You will be trained to carry out a range of general duties to provide vital support for the Biomedical scientist staff in our Clinical Laboratory. The successful candidate should have a flexible approach to work. No relevant experience is required as full training will be given however excellent data inputting skills and fluency in the English language are essential. Applicants must also hold a valid, full manual driving licence.
The successful candidate will be required to undergo a Disclosure Scotland check. Any candidate who have lived/worked overseas for more than 12 months in the preceding 5 years will also be required to provide a criminal record check from the appropriate overseas agency.
Location and Working Pattern:
This post will be based in Aberdeen Blood Transfusion Centre.
The work pattern for this post is Monday to Sunday, 37 hours per week.
In the Blood Bank a 24/7 shift roster is in operation and permanent post holders must participate. Agenda for Change remuneration rates for shift working apply.
It is a condition of this employment that you must live and remain a resident within the UK for the post in which you will be employed with NSS.
Benefits
Our benefits package includes pension scheme, comprehensive range of work life balance policies, occupational health services, learning resource centres and discounted leisure, financial and shopping benefits. HR Benefits Brochure.
Inclusion
NHS National Services Scotland (NSS) is a national board and, as an anchor institution, it is our ambition to be a diverse and inclusive organisation where everyone feels welcome. We recognise that flexible working creates an inclusive workplace where employees can thrive and feel confident about their ability to balance their personal and professional responsibilities. This is supported through Once for Scotland flexible working policies. NSS has made a long-term commitment to staff health and well-being and offers many learning and development opportunities to support and improve our approaches to diversity, inclusion and mental health in the workplace. There are a number of equality staff networks in place which all staff are welcome to join. We are also an equal opportunities employer and as such guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for our vacancies. As an accredited Disability Confident Leader, it is the aim of NSS to offer a fully accessible and inclusive recruitment service that supports applicants on their candidate journey. If you are interested in any reasonable adjustments, please contact the Recruitment Team on
Further Information
For an informal discussion on the post, please contact Lorraine Jappy, Blood Bank Manager on or
Closing date for completed applications is 5 January 2025.
Further information on NSS is available from: www.jobsincare.com/job/jbliCzYO note that the majority of correspondence is sent by e-mail only, so please check your e-mail regularly (including junk folders).
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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.
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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.
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