Healthcare Support Worker

Healthcare Support Worker
Job reference:
Salary: Band 3 (£29,103 - £31,409)
Job closing date: 28/10/2026
Job Type: Nursing and Midwifery
Location: Murray Royal Hospital
Employment type: Permanent
Hours Per Week: 36
Job posted date: 21/10/2026
Employer (NHS Board): NHS Tayside
Department: General Adult Psychiatry

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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.

Are you passionate about making a difference in people's lives? Do you believe that meaningful connection, engagement and activity can play a vital role in recovery and wellbeing?

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Healthcare Support Worker to join our dedicated team within Amulree Ward at Murray Royal Hospital.

In this rewarding role, you will work alongside nurses and the wider multidisciplinary team to support individuals experiencing mental ill health. You will help create opportunities for patients to engage in meaningful activities that promote recovery, independence and social inclusion, both within the hospital environment and the local community.

What You'll Do

• Facilitate and deliver meaningful therapeutic activities on an individual and group basis.
• Support patients to build confidence, develop skills and engage in their recovery journey.
• Promote positive experiences, wellbeing and social inclusion through everyday interactions.
• Contribute to the delivery of high-quality, person-centred care.
• Support ongoing service development in line with national guidance and local initiatives, including Improving Observation Practice.
• Work collaboratively within a compassionate and supportive multidisciplinary team.

We are looking for someone who:

• Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Enjoys working with people and helping them achieve their goals.
• Values dignity, respect and person-centred care.
• Can work flexibly as part of a busy and rewarding clinical environment.

Why Join NHS Tayside?

At NHS Tayside, our values are at the heart of everything we do:

• Dignity and Respect
• Openness, Honesty and Responsibility
• Quality and Teamwork
• Care and Compassion

As a values-based organisation, we are committed to creating an environment where both patients and staff feel supported, valued and empowered to thrive.

Successful candidates will be required to complete the Mandatory Induction Standards for Healthcare Support Workers in Scotland and adhere to the Code of Conduct for Healthcare Support Workers throughout their employment.

Shift Pattern

36 hours per week worked across 7 days, including:

• Early/Late Shifts: 07:00 - 21:30
• Night Shifts: 19:00 - 07:30

Join us and help make every interaction count. Together, we can support recovery, enhance wellbeing and make a meaningful difference every day.

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce.