Healthcare Support Worker
Clinical SupportNHS Band Band 2
Healthcare Support Workers (HCSWs) work alongside qualified healthcare professionals in hospitals, clinics, and community settings. This is the most common entry point into NHS clinical work.
At a Glance
payments
Salary Range
£23,615
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Minimum Qualification
Care Certificate (within 12 weeks of starting)
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Regulatory Body
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NHS Band
Band Band 2
checklistResponsibilities
- chevron_rightAssisting patients with personal care and mobility
- chevron_rightTaking and recording clinical observations
- chevron_rightPreparing clinical areas and equipment
- chevron_rightSupporting qualified staff during procedures
- chevron_rightCommunicating with patients and families
routeCareer Pathways
standardFrom this role
Healthcare Support Worker to Registered Nurse
schedule60-84 monthsView Pathway arrow_forward
apprenticeshipFrom this role
Healthcare Support Worker to Assistant Practitioner
schedule36-48 monthsView Pathway arrow_forward
degree apprenticeshipFrom this role
Band 2 to Band 5: HCSW to Nurse via Nursing Associate Route
schedule48-66 monthsView Pathway arrow_forward