Support Worker

Additional Requirement: Applicants must have a full licence (2 years) and access to a vehicle.

Could you be the calm, caring presence someone needs in their moment of crisis?

Are you ready to make a difference from the moment someone enters the emergency department? As a

• Assisting patients with mealtimes, refreshments and comfort items like blankets or pillows.
  
• Providing one-to-one support for patients with dementia, confusion or emotional distress.
  
• Offering bereavement support and signposting patients to further services.
  
• Helping patients return home safely, including transport and follow-ups.

• Confidence working in a busy hospital environment, especially in the emergency department.
  
• A caring, calm approach with strong communication and emotional resilience.
  
• The ability to assess needs, follow support plans and work independently.
  
• A natural ability to build trust and offer reassurance to people in distress.

Interested? The closing date for applications is 23.59 on Tuesday 22nd September 2026. Interviews commencing very soon after.

In return for your commitment and expertise, you’ll get:

• Flexible working:Remote and hybrid working, flexitime, compressed hours, and job sharing.
• Holidays:36 days annual leave (including bank holidays) plus the option to buy extra leave.
• Pension Scheme:Up to 6% contributory pension.
• Recognition Platform:Managers can reward great work with retail vouchers.
• Discounts:Discounts through our Reward Gateway, Blue Light Card, Tickets for Good, and more.
• Wellbeing Support:Peer Supporters, CiC (EAP) & Headspace App.
• Learning & Development:A range of career and learning opportunities.
• Will Writing Service:Access to a free will writing service.
• Death in Service: A tax-free lump sum paid to your beneficiary in the event of your death.
• Cycle2Work:Lease a bicycle through the scheme.

We are proud to be a Disability Confident and Carers Confident employer.

We are dedicated to building an inclusive, equitable and wellbeing‑focused culture where everyone feels safe, valued and can thrive. Guided by our Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Wellbeing Strategy, we foster belonging, psychological and physical wellbeing, and work to remove barriers to fair opportunities. Grounded in compassion and anti‑racist practice, we listen to diverse voices, value lived experience and create environments where staff and volunteers can succeed. Join us and be part of an organisation that leads with care, celebrates difference and helps everyone succeed.