Clinical Support Worker Higher Level – Workington Community Nurses

Job description

Clinical Support Worker Higher Level – Workington Community NursesLocation: Workington Community Hospital, Workington

Band: NHS AfC Band 3 – Salary £25,760 – £27,476 per annum (pro‐rated)

Contract: Permanent, Part‐time – 30 hours per week with daily shift patterns between 8:30 and 22:30. Weekend and bank holiday working is included.

Job overviewWorking as part of the Workington Community Nursing Team, you will provide holistic care in the home environment, supporting patients across a broad range of clinical duties in a multi‐disciplinary setting.

Main duties of the job

Carry out clinical observations and record patient information.

Perform catheterisation, venepuncture, wound care and support diabetic caseload.

Work under the direction of a registered health care professional to deliver high‐standard patient care.

Collaborate with the wider health and social care team to integrate care services.

Ensure accurate and timely documentation, maintaining confidentiality and data protection.

Support patients to maintain independence and promote holistic, person‐centred care.

Use basic IT skills for electronic patient records and Trust systems.

Qualifications

Level 3 vocational qualification or equivalent in patient and clinical care duties.

National Care Certificate, or commitment to complete within 12 weeks of employment.

Numeracy and literacy at Level 2.

Relevant additional training for Clinical Support Workers.

Knowledge and Experience

Experience working in health or social care.

Experience recording clinical observations and recognizing changes.

Understanding of legislation underpinning care provision and safeguarding.

Awareness of GDPR, confidentiality, and NHS/social care policies.

Experience within the Trust or similar setting is desirable.

Skills and Aptitudes

Excellent interpersonal, communication and active listening skills.

Planning, prioritisation and time‐keeping capabilities.

Ability to demonstrate holistic, person‐centred care and compassionate values.

Adaptability, resilience and the ability to work calmly under pressure.

Basic IT proficiency with electronic patient records.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Competence in venepuncture and other technical procedures.

Other requirements

Promote equality and diversity.

Adhere to Trust values and professional behaviours.

Ability to travel between sites for meetings and training.

Benefits

27‐day holiday scheme, rising to 33 days after 10 years.

Salary sacrifice schemes (lease cars, Cycle to Work).

NCIC counselling and information service (Vivup).

Other NHS discounts subject to eligibility.

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Workington

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

26-05-2026

Profession type

Counselling and Social Services

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English