Band 2 rehabilitation support workers in Barnsley have launched a petition as part of their campaign for managers to move them up a level on the NHS Agenda for Change pay scale, to reflect the types of tasks they are required to complete.
The lone workers, who are employed by South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Foundation Trust, visit patients in their homes, where they provide vital care and support—often in challenging and unpredictable environments.
Their duties often go beyond band 2 personal care tasks like feeding and bathing. They regularly carry out clinical responsibilities, such as patient observations and interventions, which should be recognised with appropriate pay.
UNISON is calling on the trust to:
- Re-band our rehabilitation support workers from band 2 to band 3, reflecting their clinical duties and responsibilities.
- Ensure fair pay, recognition, and support for staff who work in often challenging and unpredictable environments.
Please sign this petition to show your support for these vital workers.
