Care Support Worker

KIMS Hospital

Care Support Worker – Cardiology

Location: KIMS Hospital, Maidstone

Hours: Bank (Zero Hours Contract)

Shifts: Monday to Friday 08.00 and 20.30

Hourly Rate: £13.20 plus holiday pay

Are you an experienced Health Care Assistant or Support Worker with a Care Certificate? Would you like a unique opportunity to work in Cardiology Services? Would you like to develop your career your way?

Due to the launch of new services and an increase in patient activity we have exciting opportunity for an experienced and motivated Care Support Worker to join our Cardiology Team. You will be a key member of the cardiorespiratory team, supporting trained Physiologists providing cardiac diagnostic tests such as 24hr and 7-day Holter monitors, 24hr blood pressure monitoring, angiograms and pacing, in both an inpatient and outpatient setting.

This role is ideally suited to a Care Support Worker who is completely Patient Focused, with a caring and compassionate attitude who would like to progress their career in a fast-paced cardiology department.

Role Responsibilities

As a Care Support Worker you will:

Demonstrate good clinical practice at all times and be accountable for own actions
Work as a team assisting with the day to day running of clinics
Chaperone patients in clinics
Monitor patients' conditions by taking temperatures, pulse, respirations and weight prior to clinic appointments
Ensure that your own professional development is maintained and enhanced

Person Specification

Essential

Have a good standard of general education with proven literacy and numeracy skills
Hold a Care Certificate
Have proven communication skills
Demonstrate basic IT skills
Have experience working in the Care Sector as either a Care Support Worker, Healthcare Assistant or Clinical Support Worker

Desirable

Hold and NVQ level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care
Have experience working as a Care Assistant, Clinical Supprot Worker or Care Support Worker in an acute healthcare setting
Have experience undertaking ECG’s
Have Phlebotomy experience

Why Join KIMS Hospital

At KIMS Hospital, we understand our people are our biggest asset and we are focused on ensuring they feel happy and valued both in and out of the workplace. That’s why we have created a benefits package to support your emotional, financial, and physical wellbeing.

KIMS Hospital bank workers enjoy the following benefits:

Competitive Hourly Rate plus holiday pay.
Free secure staff parking.
Pension scheme.
Employee Assistance Platform.
Retail discounts and cashback.
Discounted gym membership.
Annual flu vaccination.
Free eye test.

If you’re ready to take the next step in your cardiology career and help shape the future of cardiac care at KIMS Hospital, we’d love to hear from you – Apply on line today

If you have any queries regarding this vacancy, Diane would be happy to help. Please give her a call on 01622 237634 or email ***email_hidden***.

At KIMS Hospital we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive working environment. We strive to create a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and are proud to be an equal opportunities and disability confident employer.

Any offers of employment made by KIMS Hospital for this/these position(s) will be subject to proof of eligibility to work in the UK and receipt of a satisfactory DBS Certificate from the Disclosure & Barring Service. Information about the DBS checks can be found at https://www.gov.uk/disclosure-barring-service-check

Posted 3rd June 2026