Job summary

Are you caring, compassionate and motivated to make a positive difference to people's lives?

Rotherham, Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust are recruiting to a range ofNursing Assistant, Healthcare Assistant, Support Worker and Rehabilitation Assistant opportunities available across our services and sites in Rotherham, Doncaster and North Lincolnshire.

These rewarding roles offer the opportunity to work alongside experienced healthcare professionals and make a real difference to the people who use our services. We welcome applications from experienced healthcare workers as well as individuals looking to begin or develop their career within the NHS. Eligible roles will be offered as an apprenticeship opportunity.

Our opportunities span a variety of clinical and care environments, including mental health, community, inpatient, rehabilitation and specialist services. The exact duties, hours, shift pattern and environment will vary depending on the vacancy.

You will have the opportunity to state your vacancy preference on your application and at interview. If you are appointable at interview but are not successful, you will be given the option to be added to our recruitment pipeline for any future vacancies that arise.

KEY DATES:

Closing Date: 27 September 2026

Shortlisting: 28 - 30 September 2026

Interviews: 5 - 7 October 2026

Main duties of the job

Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, you will provide safe, compassionate and person-centred care, promoting independence, dignity and wellbeing.

Depending on the role, your responsibilities may include:

• Provide person-centred care and practical support under the direction of registered nurses and qualified professionals
• Assist with daily living, including washing, dressing, continence, nutrition, hydration and mobility
• Promote dignity, independence, choice and wellbeing
• Support care plans, treatment, therapeutic, rehabilitation and recreational programmes
• Assist with admissions, discharges, appointments and community visits
• Undertake delegated clinical observations and procedures, such as blood pressure, temperature, pulse, oxygen saturation, weighing and urine testing, when trained
• Monitor physical and mental wellbeing, recognise deterioration and report concerns
• Build positive relationships with patients, relatives and carers, providing reassurance and emotional support
• Work within the multidisciplinary team, contributing to care reviews and treatment planning
• Maintain accurate records and protect confidentiality
• Support safeguarding, infection prevention, health and safety and incident reporting
• Assist with equipment, stock and a safe environment
• Participate in training, supervision and induction of new staff

We are looking for people who share our Trust Values. Good communication, a positive attitude and effective teamwork are essential.

About us

Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) employ around 4000 talented colleagues who are very much appreciated, valued, and respected.

We have a wide portfolio which includes mental health, physical health, learning disability and drug and alcohol services.

We are dedicated to the development of our our people and hold a learning half day every month for our colleagues.

We are passionate about enhancing the quality of our service and we work hard to attract and select the right colleagues for our organisation. Our goal is to employ those who share our passion for providing first class care while remaining committed to our vision and values. Please view our Strategy using the link below:

https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/documents/clinical-and-organisational-strategy-2023-to-2028/

To find out more about working for RDaSH and the fantastic benefits we offer visit our website:

https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/about-us/getting-involved/work-with-us/

We are committed to inclusive cultures and really value people in our organisation, view our Allyship video on YouTube to find out more:

https://youtu.be/WMJSkLoTk4Q

The main terms and conditions of service can be found here:

https://www.nhsemployers.org/publications/tchandbook

Details

Date posted

17 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£26,299.62 to £27,476 a year per annum, pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Job share, Flexible working, Home or remote working

Reference number

CR-HCA-01

Job locations

VARIOUS

VARIOUS SITES ACROSS RDASH FOOTPRINT

ROTHERHAM, DONCASTER, NORTH LINCS

DN4 8QN

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please view the attached job descriptions and person specification to view the full details about some of our roles.

Should you choose to apply, please ensure you are demonstrating how you meet the competencies highlighted in the question section of your application and provided detailed examples.

We reserve the right to close the post early if a high number of applications are received.

Job description Job responsibilities Please view the attached job descriptions and person specification to view the full details about some of our roles. Should you choose to apply, please ensure you are demonstrating how you meet the competencies highlighted in the question section of your application and provided detailed examples. We reserve the right to close the post early if a high number of applications are received.

Person Specification

General

Essential

• Can you please confirm you will demonstrate how you meet the competencies highlighted in this section of your application and provide detailed examples?
• Please state your locality preference - Doncaster, Rotherham, North Lincolnshire (you can select more than one if applicable)
• Please state your preferenced setting i.e. inpatient, community, drug and alcohol, mental health, physical health, learning disabilities
• Please indicate whether you would consider roles with 24 hour shift patterns.

Artificial Intelligence

Essential

• Please confirm if you have used artificial intelligence to complete this application. If you choose to use AI or other tools to assist in writing your application, it is essential to personalise this information. Relying solely on AI to write your application can negatively impact your chances of success and may result in your application being rejected.

Qualifications

Essential

• English and Maths at level 2 or equivalent (GCSE 9-4 or A*- C or functional skills level 2)
• NVQ level 2 or equivalent in a related subject
• NVQ level 3 in related subject or willingness to undertake a relevant Level 3 Apprenticeship

Experience

Essential

• Demonstrate a keen interest caring for others
• Previous experience of caring for patients in a clinical setting
• Previous experience of working as part of a team

Desirable

• Previous experience of supervision of staff

Knowledge

Essential

• Understand importance of maintaining confidentiality

Skills

Essential

• Good interpersonal skills
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
• Able to support and reassure patients / carers in distress
• Basic IT skills

Person Specification General Essential Can you please confirm you will demonstrate how you meet the competencies highlighted in this section of your application and provide detailed examples? Please state your locality preference - Doncaster, Rotherham, North Lincolnshire (you can select more than one if applicable) Please state your preferenced setting i.e. inpatient, community, drug and alcohol, mental health, physical health, learning disabilities Please indicate whether you would consider roles with 24 hour shift patterns. Artificial Intelligence Essential Please confirm if you have used artificial intelligence to complete this application. If you choose to use AI or other tools to assist in writing your application, it is essential to personalise this information. Relying solely on AI to write your application can negatively impact your chances of success and may result in your application being rejected. Qualifications Essential English and Maths at level 2 or equivalent (GCSE 9-4 or A*- C or functional skills level 2) NVQ level 2 or equivalent in a related subject NVQ level 3 in related subject or willingness to undertake a relevant Level 3 Apprenticeship Experience Essential Demonstrate a keen interest caring for others Previous experience of caring for patients in a clinical setting Previous experience of working as part of a team Desirable Previous experience of supervision of staff Knowledge Essential Understand importance of maintaining confidentiality Skills Essential Good interpersonal skills Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing Able to support and reassure patients / carers in distress Basic IT skills

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

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).

Additional information 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). 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

Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHSFT

Address

VARIOUS

VARIOUS SITES ACROSS RDASH FOOTPRINT

ROTHERHAM, DONCASTER, NORTH LINCS

DN4 8QN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHSFT

Address

VARIOUS

VARIOUS SITES ACROSS RDASH FOOTPRINT

ROTHERHAM, DONCASTER, NORTH LINCS

DN4 8QN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)