Band 2/3 - Healthcare Support Worker, Gynaecology | West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
| Company: | West Hertfordshire Hospitals NHS Trust |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £26,618 - £28,850 pa inc HCA |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | Watford, WD18 0HB |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Posting date: | 5 Oct 2026 |
| Closing date: | 4 Nov 2026 |
Summary
We are seeking a motivated and experienced Healthcare Support Worker to join Elizabeth Ward, a dynamic and fast-paced gynaecology unit.
The ward provides high-quality care for women experiencing gynaecological emergencies as well as those undergoing elective surgical procedures.
This is an exciting opportunity to play a vital role in supporting patients through often sensitive and complex healthcare journeys.
You will be required to work 12.5 hour shifts, covering days, nights and weekends.
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Please note - we are unable to obtain a Certificate of Sponsorship (Work Permit) for this role.
As a Healthcare Support Worker, you will play a vital role within the nursing team, delivering high-quality care and support to patients and their families.
This role requires someone who consistently puts patients at the heart of everything they do, ensuring compassionate, person-centred care every day.
You will provide hands-on personal care while actively encouraging and supporting patients to maintain their independence wherever possible.
With a new hospital planned for Watford, work underway to update theatres at St Albans City Hospital and plans for a neighbourhood healthcare centre in Hemel Hempstead, this is an exciting time to join us.
We are building on the success of our award-winning virtual hospital and re-imagining models of care, working closely with partners and making the most of advances in digital healthcare.
Staff wellbeing and development are a priority, as is the role of innovation in improving clinical care, outcomes and patient experience.
Our vision is Excellent patient care, together and our values are to be empowered, compassionate, professional and inclusive. They capture an important balance across what we must all do as individuals and to support others.
We offer a variety of flexible working options as we recognise the importance of a good work life balance. www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk/flexibleworking
If you have a disability or long-term health condition and require support or guidance please contact westherts.recruitment@nhs.net
If you are a Service Leaver, Veteran, Military Reserve, Cadet Force Adult Volunteer, or partner/spouse of those serving please tick "Member of the Armed Forces Community" on the application form.
We reserve the right to close this advert early due to the volume of applicants. Please apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
If you do not hear back within 3 weeks of your application, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for a full list of duties and details about the role.
This advert closes on Sunday 18 Oct 2026
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