Countess of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, staff pride themselves on not only leading through clinical excellence, but also by creating an environment where all staff are valued and appreciated. To achieve this, the Trust has embarked on an exciting new strategy focused on continuous improvement.
Our vision is to improve the lives of our community and provide excellence in healthcare, through partnership and innovation
Our High Performance Culture will support everyone to be the best version of themselves by being true to our Trust vision, values and behaviours.
We welcome applications from colleagues from our local and neighbouring communities of all backgrounds and identities, who are currently under-represented within our region such as Black, Asian, Minority ethnic and those with disabilities.
As a region we are reviewing the way we work, and exploring how new working practices that support flexible working can create a positive work-life balance. As part of our recruitment process we will explore how our inclusive employment policies, flexible working, staff engagement forums, Trust facilities and services can be of mutual benefit.
Job overview
Are you looking to join Team Countess as a Healthcare Support Worker? We are seeking dedicated, motivated and hardworking individuals to join our Healthcare Support Worker workforce. There are two pathways into a Band 3 role, depending on qualifications and experience:
1. Qualified or Experienced Healthcare Support Worker
Salary: Agenda for Change Band 3
2. Trainee Healthcare Support Worker
Salary: National Living Wage (up to 6 months)
Eligibility – Qualified or Experienced Route
Applicants must meet one or more of the following criteria:
Qualification
- NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care, completed via a government‑regulated accredited organisation (as listed on )
Experience
- A minimum of 2 years’ substantive experience (not Bank or Agency) as a Healthcare Support Worker or Nursing Assistant in an acute NHS setting (experience may be at Band 2)
- A minimum of 3 years’ substantive experience in a UK community care setting (e.g. nursing or residential homes), providing adult patient care and undertaking comparable duties
Applicants may not be shortlisted if sufficient evidence of qualifications, training or experience is not provided.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for dedicated, enthusiastic individuals who want to help Team Countess provide Safe, Kind and effective care to join us.
The right candidate will be provided with a 7-day Healthcare Assistant Induction, introducing you to the Trust and ensuring that you settle into your new role.
Successful candidates will be provided with resources and guidance to ensure completion of the national mandatory Care Certificate within 6 months of appointment.
Please see attached the Job Description for full list of duties & responsibilities for this role.
Working for our organisation
The Trust’s services are provided from three locations:
#J-18808-Ljbffr
Healthcare Support Worker in Ellesmere Port employer: Countess of Chester Hospital
At Countess of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, we pride ourselves on fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment where every staff member is valued. Our commitment to continuous improvement and flexible working practices ensures that employees can achieve a positive work-life balance while contributing to our mission of delivering excellence in healthcare. With opportunities for professional growth and a culture that champions diversity, we invite you to join us in making a meaningful impact in our community.
Contact Details:
Countess of Chester Hospital Recruitment Team
