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Pay
£28,011 - £30,230 a year
Job type
Permanent
Shift and schedule
Weekend availability
Location
5 Drumoyne Road, Glasgow G51 4BJ
Full job description
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the UK employing around 40,000 staff in a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and job roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health care services to a population of over 1.15 million and a wider population of 2.2 million when our regional and national services are included.
The shift pattern for this post is: Monday to Sunday including weekends and backshifts.
Health care support worker within Glasgow District nursing services, will be required to carry a range of interventions/ provide health care to patients within their homes or residential settings . you will assist /support The District nurse in the management of a Broad range of clinical duties including managing long term conditions, wound care , end of life care. There is a strong focus on enabling patients to maximise independence and remain in their preferred place of care, preventing unnecessary hospital admissions and supporting their discharge.
Driving licence would be required and previous NHS experience is preferable.
Informal contact: District Charge Nurse, Lisa Philiben, Lisa.philliben@nhs.scot
Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service and the Recruitment Process: Information for candidates
As from 1st April 2026, the Agenda for Change full-time working week will be reducing from 37 to 36 hours per week. Part time hours will be reduced pro-rata. However, there will be a corresponding increase in the hourly rate so that pay will not be affected.
This post may close early to the volume of response. Please submit your application form as soon as possible.
Due to the volume of applications that we receive, we will not be able to provide shortlisting feedback.
NHSGGC-NHS Scotland encourages applications from all sections of the community. We promote a culture of inclusion across the organisation and are proud of the diverse workforce we have.
By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer. We support applications from across the Armed Forces Community, recognising military skills, experience and qualifications during the recruitment and selection process.
NHSGGC recognise the importance of work-life balance and is committed to offering a range of flexible working options where service needs allow. For roles where less than full-time hours can be accommodated, and the tenure is listed as 'various', we encourage applications from individuals seeking flexible working arrangements and this will be included as a topic for discussion during the recruitment process.
Relevant HR policies on our HR connect site.
Candidates should provide original and authentic responses to all questions within the application form. The use of artificial intelligence (AI), automated tools, or other third-party assistance to generate, draft, or significantly modify responses is strongly discouraged. By submitting your application, you confirm that all answers are your own work, reflect your personal knowledge, skills and experience, and have not been solely produced or altered by AI or similar technologies. Failure to comply with this requirement may result in your application being withdrawn from the application process.
For application portal/log-in issues, please contact Jobtrain support hub in the first instance.
Here’s how the job qualifications align with your profile.
Licences
Driving Licence
Do you have a valid Driving Licence licence?
Skills
Driving
Do you have experience in Driving?
Job details
Here’s how the job details align with your profile.
Pay
£28,011 - £30,230 a year
Job type
Permanent
Shift and schedule
Weekend availability
Location
5 Drumoyne Road, Glasgow G51 4BJ
Full job description
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the UK employing around 40,000 staff in a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and job roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health care services to a population of over 1.15 million and a wider population of 2.2 million when our regional and national services are included.
The shift pattern for this post is: Monday to Sunday including weekends and backshifts.
Health care support worker within Glasgow District nursing services, will be required to carry a range of interventions/ provide health care to patients within their homes or residential settings . you will assist /support The District nurse in the management of a Broad range of clinical duties including managing long term conditions, wound care , end of life care. There is a strong focus on enabling patients to maximise independence and remain in their preferred place of care, preventing unnecessary hospital admissions and supporting their discharge.
Driving licence would be required and previous NHS experience is preferable.
Informal contact: District Charge Nurse, Lisa Philiben, Lisa.philliben@nhs.scot
Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service and the Recruitment Process: Information for candidates
As from 1st April 2026, the Agenda for Change full-time working week will be reducing from 37 to 36 hours per week. Part time hours will be reduced pro-rata. However, there will be a corresponding increase in the hourly rate so that pay will not be affected.
This post may close early to the volume of response. Please submit your application form as soon as possible.
Due to the volume of applications that we receive, we will not be able to provide shortlisting feedback.
NHSGGC-NHS Scotland encourages applications from all sections of the community. We promote a culture of inclusion across the organisation and are proud of the diverse workforce we have.
By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer. We support applications from across the Armed Forces Community, recognising military skills, experience and qualifications during the recruitment and selection process.
NHSGGC recognise the importance of work-life balance and is committed to offering a range of flexible working options where service needs allow. For roles where less than full-time hours can be accommodated, and the tenure is listed as 'various', we encourage applications from individuals seeking flexible working arrangements and this will be included as a topic for discussion during the recruitment process.
Relevant HR policies on our HR connect site.
Candidates should provide original and authentic responses to all questions within the application form. The use of artificial intelligence (AI), automated tools, or other third-party assistance to generate, draft, or significantly modify responses is strongly discouraged. By submitting your application, you confirm that all answers are your own work, reflect your personal knowledge, skills and experience, and have not been solely produced or altered by AI or similar technologies. Failure to comply with this requirement may result in your application being withdrawn from the application process.
For application portal/log-in issues, please contact Jobtrain support hub in the first instance.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Health Care Support Worker - District Nursing position is now open for candidates interested in the Nurse / Compounder Jobs sector. This role in Glasgow offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Nurse / Compounder Jobs is a plus.