Healthcare Support Worker

Job summary

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children, young people, and their families?

If you are, we're looking for a proactive and enthusiastic Healthcare Support Worker to join our team in Rugby, supporting the delivery of the Healthy Child Programme.

In this rewarding role, you'll work directly with school-aged children (5-19 years, and up to 25 for those with special educational needs), delivering vital public health initiatives such as the National Child Measurement Programme (NCMP) and Health Needs Assessments (HNA).

You'll also engage with children and families in schools and communities, creatively promoting health messages through assemblies, lessons, and events.

As part of a dynamic team, you'll build lasting relationships with schools, families, and partner organisations while using IT systems to ensure accurate data collection. Whether working independently or alongside colleagues, you'll play a key role in supporting positive health outcomes.

We offer comprehensive training, ongoing professional development, and a supportive environment where your contributions truly matter. If you're a great communicator with a passion for working with young people, join us and help shape healthier futures.

This great role is for 30 hours per week from Mon-Thursday (0900 - 1700) during Term Time only.

Apply today and help build stronger futures.

Main duties of the job

We're looking for someone who has the following positive qualities to join our amazing team as a Healthcare Support Worker:

• You must hold an NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care, demonstrating your foundational knowledge and commitment to the field.

• Hands-on experience working with children, young people, and families, particularly in a community health context, is essential to effectively support their needs.

• You can confidently use IT to collect, manage, and accurately report data with precision and ease.

• Having access to your own transport is critical to this role to commute between the schools and communities.

• You should be a team player who can collaborate effectively while also working independently and using your initiative and a solution focussed approach to address challenges.

• A strong dedication to integrity, respect for individuals, and safeguarding the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults is crucial.

A NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care, and previous experience of working in a community health team would be advantageous but aren't dealbreakers.

If you're passionate about making a difference and committed to promoting positive health outcomes, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now and be part of a team making a real impact in the community!

About us

Compass is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. Established for over 30 years, Compass is a national charity which works in communities across the UK providing services spanning substance misuse treatment and rehabilitation, early interventions for vulnerable young people, school-aged health programmes and associated prevention as well as treatment and health promotion initiatives.

All Compass posts are subject to appropriate level DBS checks.

We positively encourage applications from all members of the community, regardless of gender, race, faith, disability, age, or sexual orientation, and encourage applications from people who have experiences in life which enrich skills and empathy. This is part of our commitment to equality and developing a truly inclusive and representative workforce.

We are happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments individuals may require in the recruitment process, on commencement, or once in post.

Benefits

We offer a range of benefits including:

• 27 days holiday + bank holidays, rising to 32 days over time (pro rata)
• Life assurance at 2 x basic salary
• Competitive contributory pension scheme
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme and OH service
• Enhanced sick pay
• Excellent learning & development opportunities and career progression
• Annual performance/salary review

Help us to make a positive change to the lives of children and young people!

Closing date: 26th Jan 2025

Interview date: 6th Feb 2025