Health Care Support Worker- Adult Eating Disorder Community TeaminGlasgowinGlasgowPUBLISHED SAT 15 MAR 2025
Meaningful Impact, Work directly with individuals experiencing eating disorders, providing support that can significantly enhance their recovery journey.
Collaborative Environment, Be part of a dynamic multi-disciplinary team, gaining diverse perspectives and skills from healthcare professionals in various fields.
Professional Growth, Opportunities for continuous professional development and training in mental health and eating disorder care, enhancing your skills and career prospects.
Flexible Work Schedule, Enjoy a shift pattern of Monday to Friday, allowing for a better work-life balance.
Varied Responsibilities, Engage in a variety of tasks from physical health assessment to supporting therapeutic activities, making each day unique and fulfilling.
Community Engagement, Facilitate social interactions and community involvement, helping patients to reintegrate into society and develop healthy coping mechanisms.
Supportive Work Culture, Work in an organization that promotes inclusion and diversity, fostering a supportive environment for staff and patients alike.
Are you passionate about making a difference in people's lives? NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is seeking compassionate Health Care Support Workers to join our dedicated Adult Eating Disorder Community Team in Glasgow. This exciting opportunity is perfect for nurturing individuals looking to provide vital support to those experiencing eating disorders. With two full-time roles available, you’ll work 37 hours a week, Monday to Friday, within a well-established, dynamic multi-disciplinary service that’s focused on recovery and empowerment.
In this rewarding position, you’ll connect with service users to guide them on their individual journeys towards recovery. Your role will encompass physical health assessments, daily support, and helping patients navigate their treatment plans with empathy and understanding. You’ll play an integral part in fostering healthy coping mechanisms and encouraging participation in therapeutic activities. Join us in creating a safe, supportive environment where individuals can thrive beyond their challenges, making each day a step towards positive change. If you're eager to apply your skills in a caring and collaborative setting, we would love to hear from you. Apply today and become a part of our mission to support mental health with compassion and dedication!
In this rewarding position, you’ll connect with service users to guide them on their individual journeys towards recovery. Your role will encompass physical health assessments, daily support, and helping patients navigate their treatment plans with empathy and understanding. You’ll play an integral part in fostering healthy coping mechanisms and encouraging participation in therapeutic activities. Join us in creating a safe, supportive environment where individuals can thrive beyond their challenges, making each day a step towards positive change. If you're eager to apply your skills in a caring and collaborative setting, we would love to hear from you. Apply today and become a part of our mission to support mental health with compassion and dedication!
Meaningful Impact, Work directly with individuals experiencing eating disorders, providing support that can significantly enhance their recovery journey.
Collaborative Environment, Be part of a dynamic multi-disciplinary team, gaining diverse perspectives and skills from healthcare professionals in various fields.
Professional Growth, Opportunities for continuous professional development and training in mental health and eating disorder care, enhancing your skills and career prospects.
Flexible Work Schedule, Enjoy a shift pattern of Monday to Friday, allowing for a better work-life balance.
Varied Responsibilities, Engage in a variety of tasks from physical health assessment to supporting therapeutic activities, making each day unique and fulfilling.
Community Engagement, Facilitate social interactions and community involvement, helping patients to reintegrate into society and develop healthy coping mechanisms.
Supportive Work Culture, Work in an organization that promotes inclusion and diversity, fostering a supportive environment for staff and patients alike.
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is one of the largest healthcare systems in the UK employing around 40,000 staff in a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and job roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health care services to a population of over 1.15 million and a wider population of 2.2 million when our regional and national services are included.
There are 2 permanent, fulltime positions available of 37 hours per week, with a shift pattern of Monday to Friday.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an individual to fill the post of a Mental health Support Worker within the GGC Adult Eating Disorder Community Team. The Eating Disorders Service is a well-established dynamic multi-disciplinary outpatient Service, currently going through a period of service improvement. The service supports patients with a wide range of eating disorder presentations including those who have severe and/or enduring difficulties that require a multi-disciplinary approach.
The post holder will be based in the Adult Eating Disorder Service (AEDS) based at Florence street Glasgow.
The mental health support worker will be key in physical health assessment clinics that are to be developed across GGC; this will require the ability to travel across GGC.
The mental health support worker will work to build relationships with service users by connecting with and supporting their experiences in a thoughtful way.
The mental health support worker will demonstrate warmth and a curiosity to understand others experiences.
The post holder will assist the individual to set and achieve their own unique recovery goals by providing support and keep the focus of life beyond illness.
Duties
For more information, please contact: Kirsty-Ann Burns, Nurse Team Lead, ,
This post may close early to the volume of response. Please submit your application form as soon as possible.
Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service can be found within the Candidate Information Packs.
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde- NHS Scotland encourages applications from all sections of the community. We promote a culture of inclusion across the organisation and are proud of the diverse workforce we have.
By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer. We support applications from across the Armed Forces Community, recognisingmilitary skills, experience and qualifications during the recruitment and selection process.
Candidates should provide original and authentic responses to all questions within the application form. The use of artificial intelligence (AI), automated tools, or other third-party assistance to generate, draft, or significantly modify responses is strongly discouraged. By submitting your application, you confirm that all answers are your own work, reflect your personal knowledge, skills and experience, and have not been solely produced or altered by AI or similar technologies. Failure to comply with this requirement may result in your application being withdrawn from the application process.
For application portal/log-in issues, please contact in the first instance.
There are 2 permanent, fulltime positions available of 37 hours per week, with a shift pattern of Monday to Friday.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an individual to fill the post of a Mental health Support Worker within the GGC Adult Eating Disorder Community Team. The Eating Disorders Service is a well-established dynamic multi-disciplinary outpatient Service, currently going through a period of service improvement. The service supports patients with a wide range of eating disorder presentations including those who have severe and/or enduring difficulties that require a multi-disciplinary approach.
The post holder will be based in the Adult Eating Disorder Service (AEDS) based at Florence street Glasgow.
The mental health support worker will be key in physical health assessment clinics that are to be developed across GGC; this will require the ability to travel across GGC.
The mental health support worker will work to build relationships with service users by connecting with and supporting their experiences in a thoughtful way.
The mental health support worker will demonstrate warmth and a curiosity to understand others experiences.
The post holder will assist the individual to set and achieve their own unique recovery goals by providing support and keep the focus of life beyond illness.
Duties
- Physical health assessment including including venepuncture (training can be offered)
- Assist patients with daily activities and provide emotional support
- Help patients follow treatment plans
- Monitor and report changes in patients' physical and mental health
- Support during therapeutic activities
- Encourage participation in therapeutic and recreational activities
- Help develop healthy coping mechanisms and life skills
- Supportive eating interventions.
- Promptly report concerns to the clinical team
- Ensure a safe environment and follow emergency protocols
- Communicate effectively with the multidisciplinary team, families, and caregivers
- Assist with educational activities and organize recreational outings
- Promote social interaction and community involvement
- Engage in continuous professional development and training
- Reflect on practice and seek feedback for improvement
- Stay updated on best practices in mental health and eating disorder care
For more information, please contact: Kirsty-Ann Burns, Nurse Team Lead, ,
This post may close early to the volume of response. Please submit your application form as soon as possible.
Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service can be found within the Candidate Information Packs.
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde- NHS Scotland encourages applications from all sections of the community. We promote a culture of inclusion across the organisation and are proud of the diverse workforce we have.
By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer. We support applications from across the Armed Forces Community, recognisingmilitary skills, experience and qualifications during the recruitment and selection process.
Candidates should provide original and authentic responses to all questions within the application form. The use of artificial intelligence (AI), automated tools, or other third-party assistance to generate, draft, or significantly modify responses is strongly discouraged. By submitting your application, you confirm that all answers are your own work, reflect your personal knowledge, skills and experience, and have not been solely produced or altered by AI or similar technologies. Failure to comply with this requirement may result in your application being withdrawn from the application process.
For application portal/log-in issues, please contact in the first instance.
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