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Apprentice Healthcare Support Worker

Sandwell and West Birmingham Hospitals NHS Trust · West Bromwich · posted 30 July 2026

Wage
£25,272 a year
Hours
37.5 hours a week
Duration
2 Years
Level
Advanced (Level 3)
Standard
Senior healthcare support worker (level 3)
Starts
1 October 2026
Closing date
8 August 2026
Positions
1

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Main Duties:

  • Contribute to the delivery of care and clinical activity in accordance with agreed plan of care and appropriate policies, procedures and protocols of ward / department
  • Report any alteration in patients’ / client’s condition including the initiation of emergency action to the qualified clinical nurse
  • To be aware of spiritual, cultural and religious needs of patients and to ensure care provided is particularly sensitive to those needs
  • Collect specimens of urine, faeces, or sputum as directed by qualified clinical nurse, ensuring its safe storage / transport or disposal as appropriate

Your training

  • To undertake the Senior Healthcare Support Worker Level 3 qualification whilst on programme. There will be "off the job learning each week" and the programme will take approximately 24 months to complete
  • All training will be provided in-house at the Trust

Where it leads

After successful completion of this apprenticeship, you will continue to work as a healthcare assistant. Further career progression could be offered, such as student nursing associate (Level 5 foundation degree).

About Sandwell and West Birmingham Hospitals NHS Trust

Sandwell & West Birmingham NHS Trust employs over 8000 staff. We understand that work is only one part of life. We are committed to helping our colleagues achieve the best possible work/life balance. We proudly offer supportive, inclusive and family friendly employment and flexible working policies. We have a wide range of professional services and employee networks to help our colleagues be at their best - and find support if they need it.

Things to consider

The apprenticeship programme is offered through The Apprenticeship Levy Funding and applicants should have access to this funding. All successful applicants will be subject to DBS check. This role includes shifts covering weekends, bank holidays, evenings, nights and early starts.

Skills they're looking for

Communication skillsIT skillsAttention to detailOrganisation skillsCustomer care skillsTeam workingInitiativePatience

Entry requirements

  • GCSE English and Maths (grade 1-9 or equivalent) — essential
  • Level 2 in direct care Healthcare (grade Level 2 or equivalent) — essential

Where you'll work

  • Sandwell Hospital, Lyndon, West Bromwich, West Midlands, B71 4HJ
  • City Hospital (Birmingham Midland Eye Centre), Dudley Road, Birmingham, B18 7QH
  • Midland Metropolitan University Hospital, Grove Lane, Smethwick, B66 2QT

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