Health Care Support Worker Burns & Plastics inGlasgow inGlasgow PUBLISHED 28 JUL 2024

Working hours are generally Monday to Friday 3x 12 hour shifts, however, there is a requirement to cover core shifts and night shifts when required.
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.

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.

The shift pattern is 12 hour shifts, 6hrs, 7.5hrs (when required)

(Please note the salary is Pro Rata) for part time hours.

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

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).

This post is based in Ward 49 Plastic Surgery Admission and Day Surgery Unit at Glasgow Royal Infirmary. The Plastic Surgery Unit covers the West of Scotland, admitting elective and emergency admissions. We care for patients who require reconstructive surgery for skin cancer, breast cancer and traumatic injuries. You will work alongside a multi-disciplinary team of medical staff, nurses, healthcare support workers, physiotherapists and specialist nurses.

Working hours are generally Monday to Friday 3x 12 hour shifts, however, there is a requirement to cover core shifts and night shifts when required. Successful candidates will demonstrate the ability to work to high standards in a fast-paced environment and are required to complete competencies such as venepuncture and cannulation. NHS experience is desirable but not essential. You will be flexible, forward thinking and able to work effectively within a changing and dynamic environment. Experience of working within a day unit would be beneficial but not essential.

Informal Contact: Laura Lucas

Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service can be found within the Candidate Information Packs

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.

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.

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.

The shift pattern is 12 hour shifts, 6hrs, 7.5hrs (when required)

(Please note the salary is Pro Rata) for part time hours.

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

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).

This post is based in Ward 49 Plastic Surgery Admission and Day Surgery Unit at Glasgow Royal Infirmary. The Plastic Surgery Unit covers the West of Scotland, admitting elective and emergency admissions. We care for patients who require reconstructive surgery for skin cancer, breast cancer and traumatic injuries. You will work alongside a multi-disciplinary team of medical staff, nurses, healthcare support workers, physiotherapists and specialist nurses.

Working hours are generally Monday to Friday 3x 12 hour shifts, however, there is a requirement to cover core shifts and night shifts when required. Successful candidates will demonstrate the ability to work to high standards in a fast-paced environment and are required to complete competencies such as venepuncture and cannulation. NHS experience is desirable but not essential. You will be flexible, forward thinking and able to work effectively within a changing and dynamic environment. Experience of working within a day unit would be beneficial but not essential.

Informal Contact: Laura Lucas

Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service can be found within the Candidate Information Packs

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.

For application portal/log-in issues, please contact in the first instance.


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