Please note that internal staff who are potentially redundant will have priority for vacancies.


PSS are working with Barnsley PCT to deliver Barnsley NHS Health Trainers programme, a Government initiative to reduce health inequalities. Barnsley NHS Health Trainers are a new and dynamic workforce based in and working in communities across Barnsley, supporting individuals to make healthier lifestyle choices.

The main role of a NHS Health Trainer is to offer support, motivation and encouragement, signposting to services, making referrals to appropriate agencies (that can help people to make a lifestyle change) and to work with people on a one to one basis to plan out the journey to a healthier lifestyle.

You will receive high quality, accredited training and development to undertake this role. You will have good communication skills, experience of working with individuals and/or communities and an interest in health and well-being.

In the event that you are offered this post, an enhanced disclosure will be required.

For an informal discussion, please telephone 01226 298626.


Closing date for application: Friday 18th May 2012.


NHS Health Trainer Job Description (Word 120 kb)

Terms and Conditions (Word 36 kb)

Application Form (Word 172 kb)





We are looking for conscientious and enthusiastic applicants with a flexible approach, to provide support with activities of daily living to individuals across all Scotland Projects. Applicants must have the ability to work independently, but also contribute to and enhance our current staff team. Good communication skills and practical domestic skills are essential for this position, together with a genuine commitment to work with people with a wide range of complex needs.

This post is regulated work with protected adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007, in the event that you are offered this post you will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check.


Closing date for application: Thursday 31st May 2012.

Successful candidates will be contacted for interview before and after this date.


Relief Support Worker Job Description (Word 64 kb)

Terms and Conditions (Word 44 kb)

Application Form (Word 172 kb)





We are looking for conscientious and enthusiastic applicants with a flexible approach, to provide accommodation based care and support for adults with a wide range of disabilities or mental health issues.

Applicants must have the ability to work independently but also contribute to and enhance our current staff team. We need people who are genuinely committed to providing quality support services for people with a wide range of needs.

Good communication skills are essential to this role as is the ability to carry out practical domestic duties.

Relief support workers work ‘as and when needed’ covering for staff absences, holidays and training.

We can offer you quality training, a great working environment and valuable care experience.

In the event that you are offered the above position, an Enhanced Disclosure will be required.


Closing date for application: Monday 11th June 2012.

Interviews to be held: Week commencing 18th June 2012


Relief Support Worker Job Description (Word 72 kb)

Terms and Conditions (Word 44 kb)

Application Form (Word 172 kb)