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By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer.
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.The shift pattern for this position is Mon-Sun ,,1000-2000, 12:30-2200
(Please note the salary is Pro Rata) for part time hours.
Are you looking to join a friendly, dynamic team?
This is an exciting opportunity where we are looking to recruit an enthusiastic Health Care Support Worker to join our team within the In patient theatre unit at RAH. This unit exists of nine theatres, a reception area and a recovery room. Specialties include general surgery, orthopaedics , gynaecology, ent and cross site working at the QEUH theatre for the Clyde Robotic lists.
As part of the multidisciplinary team, the Post Holder will:
- Provide care to patients before, during and after surgical procedures in support of the trained nurse.
- Be required to perform physical, technical and emotional aspects of patient care in an efficient, effective and responsible manner, in a busy acute environment.
The successful candidate is required to demonstrate flexibility by working within a service that runs over a 7 day week, including weekends and public holidays.
We offer a professional development programme and excellent team support.
Furthermore, the successful candidate may be expected where necessary to engage in multi-site working within NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde in order to achieve the needs of the service
Informal contact:
Tara gill, Senior Charge Nurse, ,
Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service can be found within the Candidate Information Packs.
This role does not meet the eligibility criteria for a or a NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is unable to provide candidates or employees with a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS).
Due to the anticipated response to this post it may close before the closing date noted on the advert therefore once you start your application form please complete it immediately.
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde 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, recognising military skills, experience and qualifications during the recruitment and selection process.
NHS Scotland is reducing their full time working week from 37.5 to 37 hours per week from 1 April 2024 but with no change in pay. This reduction will also be applied pro rata for part time staff. This advert and any subsequent offer/contract of employment therefore reflects the new working hours. However, as not all service areas will be able to adopt the 37 hour working week immediately from 1 April 2024, you may be required to work up to an additional 30 minutes per week for a temporary period for which you would be paid until the service you are working in changes rosters or working patterns to accommodate the new reduced working week. If you have any questions or concerns please contact the Recruiting Board.
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.
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.
The shift pattern for this position is Mon-Sun ,,1000-2000, 12:30-2200
(Please note the salary is Pro Rata) for part time hours.
Are you looking to join a friendly, dynamic team?
This is an exciting opportunity where we are looking to recruit an enthusiastic Health Care Support Worker to join our team within the In patient theatre unit at RAH. This unit exists of nine theatres, a reception area and a recovery room. Specialties include general surgery, orthopaedics , gynaecology, ent and cross site working at the QEUH theatre for the Clyde Robotic lists.
As part of the multidisciplinary team, the Post Holder will:
The successful candidate is required to demonstrate flexibility by working within a service that runs over a 7 day week, including weekends and public holidays.
We offer a professional development programme and excellent team support.
Furthermore, the successful candidate may be expected where necessary to engage in multi-site working within NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde in order to achieve the needs of the service
Informal contact:
Tara gill, Senior Charge Nurse, ,
Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service can be found within the Candidate Information Packs.
This role does not meet the eligibility criteria for a or a NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is unable to provide candidates or employees with a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS).
Due to the anticipated response to this post it may close before the closing date noted on the advert therefore once you start your application form please complete it immediately.
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde 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, recognising military skills, experience and qualifications during the recruitment and selection process.
NHS Scotland is reducing their full time working week from 37.5 to 37 hours per week from 1 April 2024 but with no change in pay. This reduction will also be applied pro rata for part time staff. This advert and any subsequent offer/contract of employment therefore reflects the new working hours. However, as not all service areas will be able to adopt the 37 hour working week immediately from 1 April 2024, you may be required to work up to an additional 30 minutes per week for a temporary period for which you would be paid until the service you are working in changes rosters or working patterns to accommodate the new reduced working week. If you have any questions or concerns please contact the Recruiting Board.
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.
The shift pattern for this position is Mon-Sun ,,1000-2000, 12:30-2200
(Please note the salary is Pro Rata) for part time hours.
Are you looking to join a friendly, dynamic team?
This is an exciting opportunity where we are looking to recruit an enthusiastic Health Care Support Worker to join our team within the In patient theatre unit at RAH. This unit exists of nine theatres, a reception area and a recovery room. Specialties include general surgery, orthopaedics , gynaecology, ent and cross site working at the QEUH theatre for the Clyde Robotic lists.
As part of the multidisciplinary team, the Post Holder will:
- Provide care to patients before, during and after surgical procedures in support of the trained nurse.
- Be required to perform physical, technical and emotional aspects of patient care in an efficient, effective and responsible manner, in a busy acute environment.
The successful candidate is required to demonstrate flexibility by working within a service that runs over a 7 day week, including weekends and public holidays.
We offer a professional development programme and excellent team support.
Furthermore, the successful candidate may be expected where necessary to engage in multi-site working within NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde in order to achieve the needs of the service
Informal contact:
Tara gill, Senior Charge Nurse, ,
Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service can be found within the Candidate Information Packs.
This role does not meet the eligibility criteria for a or a NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is unable to provide candidates or employees with a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS).
Due to the anticipated response to this post it may close before the closing date noted on the advert therefore once you start your application form please complete it immediately.
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde 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, recognising military skills, experience and qualifications during the recruitment and selection process.
NHS Scotland is reducing their full time working week from 37.5 to 37 hours per week from 1 April 2024 but with no change in pay. This reduction will also be applied pro rata for part time staff. This advert and any subsequent offer/contract of employment therefore reflects the new working hours. However, as not all service areas will be able to adopt the 37 hour working week immediately from 1 April 2024, you may be required to work up to an additional 30 minutes per week for a temporary period for which you would be paid until the service you are working in changes rosters or working patterns to accommodate the new reduced working week. If you have any questions or concerns please contact the Recruiting Board.
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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1. Can you tell us a bit about yourself and your experience related to healthcare?
2. What attracted you to this role within NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde?
3. While previous hospital experience is advantageous, can you describe any relevant experiences you have that might contribute to your role as a Health Care Support Worker?
4. What have you learned from your previous roles that you think will help you in this position?
5. How comfortable are you working in a fast-paced and busy acute environment? Can you provide an example of when you've successfully managed a high-pressure situation?
6. What does providing emotional support to patients look like to you? Can you share an example where you provided such support?
7. In your view, what are the most crucial elements of care to remember when assisting patients before and after surgical procedures?
8. How would you handle a situation where a patient appears anxious or distressed prior to surgery?
9. Describe a time when you worked as part of a multidisciplinary team. What role did you play, and what was the outcome?
10. How do you ensure effective communication within a team, especially in a high-stress environment like an operating theatre?
11. This position requires flexibility with working hours, including weekends and public holidays. How do you feel about working varied shifts?
12. Can you give an example of a time when you had to adapt to a change in a workplace environment? How did you handle it?
13. How do you approach professional development and continuous learning in your career?
14. What areas of your skill set would you like to develop further in this role?
15. How do you ensure that you maintain patient confidentiality and adhere to healthcare regulations?
16. What would you do if you witnessed something in the workplace that you felt was unethical or unsafe for patients?
17. What questions do you have about the role or our team within NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde?
18. Is there anything else you would like to share that we haven't covered yet?
1. Can you tell us a bit about yourself and your experience related to healthcare?
2. What attracted you to this role within NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde?
3. While previous hospital experience is advantageous, can you describe any relevant experiences you have that might contribute to your role as a Health Care Support Worker?
4. What have you learned from your previous roles that you think will help you in this position?
5. How comfortable are you working in a fast-paced and busy acute environment? Can you provide an example of when you've successfully managed a high-pressure situation?
6. What does providing emotional support to patients look like to you? Can you share an example where you provided such support?
7. In your view, what are the most crucial elements of care to remember when assisting patients before and after surgical procedures?
8. How would you handle a situation where a patient appears anxious or distressed prior to surgery?
9. Describe a time when you worked as part of a multidisciplinary team. What role did you play, and what was the outcome?
10. How do you ensure effective communication within a team, especially in a high-stress environment like an operating theatre?
11. This position requires flexibility with working hours, including weekends and public holidays. How do you feel about working varied shifts?
12. Can you give an example of a time when you had to adapt to a change in a workplace environment? How did you handle it?
13. How do you approach professional development and continuous learning in your career?
14. What areas of your skill set would you like to develop further in this role?
15. How do you ensure that you maintain patient confidentiality and adhere to healthcare regulations?
16. What would you do if you witnessed something in the workplace that you felt was unethical or unsafe for patients?
17. What questions do you have about the role or our team within NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde?
18. Is there anything else you would like to share that we haven't covered yet?
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