Healthcare Support Worker - Fixed term contract for a 6 month period

Job description

The closing date for completed applications for this post is 9am on Tuesday 5th May 2026 and it is anticipated interviews will take place on Monday 18th May 2026. Hours: Full Time - 37 hours per week over 4 days. Hours of work will be 0815 - 1830 with a daily 1 hour unpaid break. Days off will vary over a 4 week rota. Salary: £31,230 - £33,289 (SCP 22 - SCP 25) Fixed term contract for a 6 month period The post holder will report directly to the Nurse Practitioner and under their guidance and direction will undertake identified tasks with our young people within the secure and residential settings. As part of a multi-disciplinary team, you will actively participate with SIHW practitioners and health, care and education colleagues to ensure the physical, emotional and mental health needs of our young people are met. In addition, you will work in partnership with a range of external health professionals including GP’s, dentists, CAMHS and NHS Tayside to support the health needs of our young people, and assist the Nurse Practitioner with administration tasks related to the young people. JOB DESCRIPTION: Assessment of minor ailments and emergency first aid: Respond to requests within re...