Job summary
Start Your NHS Career as a Clinical Support Worker - No Experience Needed!
Are you passionate about helping others and looking for a rewarding career in healthcare? Whether you're just starting out or looking for a meaningful career change, we want to hear from you!
At East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust, we're looking for compassionate, motivated individuals to join our team as Clinical Support Workers in our acute care settings. No previous care experience is required -- just a caring nature and a willingness to learn.
This role is designed to support your development into a Band 3 Clinical Support Worker within 6 -12 months, following successful completion of training and competency assessments.
Main duties of the job
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Provide personal care including bathing, toileting, dressing, and feeding
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Record patient observations including vital signs and escalate concerns
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Support clinical procedures such as wound care, venepuncture, and catheter removal (after training)
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Assist with medication administration and oxygen therapy (after training)
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Escort patients and support enhanced observations
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Maintain accurate documentation and uphold patient dignity and confidentiality
About us
A wide range of staff benefits are available to our staff including staff development, enrolment in the NHS pension scheme, auto-enrolment to our Temporary Workforce Service, access to onsite nurseries. staff restaurants and accommodation.
In addition to an internal Occupational Health department, all staff also have access to free psychological support through our confidential Employee Assistance Programme. Onsite parking is available from only £50 a year.
There has never been a better time to join East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust, submit your application today.
Statement on the Use of AI
We value the individuality that each candidate brings to the application process. While we understand that AI tools are widely available, we strongly discourage applicants from using AI-generated content when applying for jobs with us. We believe that your application should reflect your true skills, experiences, and motivations, which are best conveyed through your own words and unique perspective.
Using AI for your application may not accurately represent your knowledge, skills, and experience and may result in a disconnect between your qualifications and our assessment of your application.
We encourage applicants to take the time to thoughtfully complete their applications; by doing so, you allow us to better understand your true potential and ensure a fair and transparent evaluation of your application. Over reliance on AI-generated content may diminish your chance of success.
Job description
Job responsibilities
These vacancies are open to individuals who:
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Have never worked in Healthcare but are interested in a change of career,
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Have a genuine desire to work in a healthcare setting,
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Have previous work experience and can demonstrate transferable skills,
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Are able to commit to a full week of induction training at the start of employment,
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Are able to work flexibly across a range of shifts (days, nights and weekends) to meet the needs of our services,
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Are capable of successfully completing the mandatory Care Certificate training,
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Hold GSCE Maths and English grade C/4 or above (or a comparable international qualification) Or is capable of successfully completing Level 2 functional skills within 12 months.
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Applicants who do not hold the relevant qualifications will be required to take an assessment at interview stage and must also meet the following eligibility criteria: Aged 19 or over, Living in England, Lived in the UK or EU/EEA for the last 3 years, Not currently enrolled on any other government funded course or started another application for one.
Job description
Job responsibilities
These vacancies are open to individuals who:
-
Have never worked in Healthcare but are interested in a change of career,
-
Have a genuine desire to work in a healthcare setting,
-
Have previous work experience and can demonstrate transferable skills,
-
Are able to commit to a full week of induction training at the start of employment,
-
Are able to work flexibly across a range of shifts (days, nights and weekends) to meet the needs of our services,
-
Are capable of successfully completing the mandatory Care Certificate training,
-
Hold GSCE Maths and English grade C/4 or above (or a comparable international qualification) Or is capable of successfully completing Level 2 functional skills within 12 months.
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Applicants who do not hold the relevant qualifications will be required to take an assessment at interview stage and must also meet the following eligibility criteria: Aged 19 or over, Living in England, Lived in the UK or EU/EEA for the last 3 years, Not currently enrolled on any other government funded course or started another application for one.
Person Specification
Qualifications / Training
Essential
- Basic English and Maths skills or currently/willing to work towards formal English/Maths qualification
Desirable
- GCSE English and Maths grade C or 4 or Functional skills for English/Maths
- 5 GCSE grade 4 or C and above or equivalent
- Training or education relevant to health and social care
Experience
Essential
- Interest in a career working in healthcare, relevant work experience
Desirable
- Relevant experience working in Health and Social Care environment
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Essential
- Ability to demonstrate Care and Compassion and Commitment to care
- A clear desire to work in a care environment and understanding of role
Desirable
- Evidence of development of knowledge and skills relevant to role
Person Specification
Qualifications / Training
Essential
- Basic English and Maths skills or currently/willing to work towards formal English/Maths qualification
Desirable
- GCSE English and Maths grade C or 4 or Functional skills for English/Maths
- 5 GCSE grade 4 or C and above or equivalent
- Training or education relevant to health and social care
Experience
Essential
- Interest in a career working in healthcare, relevant work experience
Desirable
- Relevant experience working in Health and Social Care environment
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Essential
- Ability to demonstrate Care and Compassion and Commitment to care
- A clear desire to work in a care environment and understanding of role
Desirable
- Evidence of development of knowledge and skills relevant to role
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
