Senior Health Care Support Worker
NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

We are seeking to recruit an enthusiastic Senior Healthcare Support Worker to join our friendly team within the Rosebank Ward at Caithness General Hospital, Wick.

We are a busy acute surgical and medical admission ward, with a three bedded enhanced level of care unit. We aim to provide a high standard of care to our clients on a daily basis.

All acute medical, surgical and emergency department admissions are received through the acute referral pathway. This is an exciting opportunity, at a time of continuing quality improvement and redesign.

You will be supported in completing a development and training program to gain the experience needed to deliver a high standard of evidence based patient centred care. You will be working closely with the multi-disciplinary team.

Salary: Band 3 (£29,103 - £31,409)
Job reference: 263625
Job closing date: 08/11/2026
Employment type: Permanent
Hours Per Week: 23
Location: Caithness General Hospital
Department: North Acute Medical (CGH)

Visa information
This role does not meet the eligibility criteria for a Skilled Worker visa or a Health and Care Worker visa. NHS Highland is unable to provide candidates with a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS).

Shift pattern
This is a permanent 23 hours per week post working a rotational contract covering Days and Nights

Informal enquiries would be welcomed by Ann Gunn, Senior Charge Nurse, Tel: 01955 880308/310.

Flexible Working
Flexible working options may be available, depending on the role and service needs. If this is important to you, please discuss it at interview.

How to apply

• Apply online through Jobtrain
• Please note that this vacancy may close before the advertised closing date if a high number of applications are received. Early application is therefore advised.
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