About this role
Job summary
We are looking for compassionate and motivated Band 3 Healthcare Support Workers to join our dedicated team on the Maple Unit at Rugby St Cross.
Maple Unit is a specialist Day Unit providing care and support to patients undergoing oncology and haematology treatments.You will play a vital role in supporting patients undergoing Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapy (SACT), working closely alongside nursing staff, medical teams, and outpatient clinics to deliver safe, high-quality, and patient-centred care.
Closing Date: Please be advised that this job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received. Please apply for this job as soon as you can, if interested.
Successful applicants will be required to provide an immunisation and vaccination report, from either their current UK occupational health provider or their UK GP.
Main duties of the job
Support patients attending the chemotherapy unit for SACT treatments, ensuring comfort, dignity, and wellbeing throughout their visit. Undertake venepuncture and ECG recordings . Assist registered nurses with clinical duties, including observations (e.g. blood pressure, pulse, temperature) and specimen collection. Provide emotional support to patients and their families during treatment journeys. Prepare clinical areas, ensuring they are clean, well-stocked, and ready for patient care. Assist in patient flow, including escorting patients to and from treatment areas and clinics. Work collaboratively with the nursing team, medical staff, and multidisciplinary team (MDT) to ensure safe and efficient service delivery. Support chemotherapy clinics, assisting with patient assessments, documentation, and clinic flow. Maintain accurate patient records and documentation in line with Trust policies. Promote infection prevention and control in accordance with local guidelines.
About us
University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.
We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do.
Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare.
We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence designated organisation - please click the link for further details about this prestigious award. Pathway To Excellence - University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire (uhcw.nhs.uk)
By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team.
The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care. We will create an environment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation's core values.
Job description Job responsibilities
The post holder will work as part of the Unit multidisciplinary team, providing high-quality, patient-centred care to individuals undergoing cancer treatment. The Healthcare Support Worker will support the delivery of safe and effective services by assisting nursing and medical staff, undertaking delegated clinical duties, and contributing to the smooth running of the unit and outpatient clinics. The role involves direct patient care, clinical tasks such as venepuncture and ECG recording, and supporting service efficiency through effective communication, organisation, and teamwork. The post holder will be expected to work within clearly defined protocols and competencies, maintaining patient dignity, privacy, and safety at all times. The Maple Unit is a busy outpatient environment, requiring the ability to prioritise workload, respond to patient needs, and work collaboratively across professional groups
For further details of the role please see the attached job description.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
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Experience Essential
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Knowledge Essential
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Skills Essential
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Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours Essential
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Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Employer details Employer name University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust
Address Hospital of St Cross
Barby Road
Rugby
CV22 5PX
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.jobsatuhcw.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)