Job Overview
Clinical Support Worker – Emergency Assessment Unit (EAU) at West Cumberland Hospital, part‑time permanent (36 hours weekly), Band 3.
Responsibilities
* Assist registered nurses and other health practitioners in delivering high quality, patient‑centred care.
* Carry out clinical activities using appropriate equipment when trained and deemed competent.
* Maintain patients’ privacy and dignity at all times and provide compassionate care.
* Contribute to the multidisciplinary team and support departmental objectives.
* Maintain housekeeping and ward duties, ensuring clinical equipment is clean, working and stored correctly.
* Work under direct or indirect supervision of registered or assistant practitioners.
Qualifications & Experience
* Level 3 vocational qualification or equivalent in patient and clinical care duties.
* Knowledge of data protection legislation and health and safety at work legislation.
* National Care Certificate or commitment to complete within 12 weeks of commencing employment.
* Experience of working in health or social care and undertaking clinical observations.
* Excellent interpersonal, communication and active listening skills.
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
* Committed to providing high quality patient care.
Benefits
* 27‐day holiday scheme rising to 33 after 10 years.
* Flexible working scheme.
* NHS discounts.
* Salary sacrifice schemes including lease cars and Cycle to Work.
* Excellent opportunities for development.
* Competitive NHS pension scheme.
* Access to free, confidential counselling and information service (Vivup).
Location & Contract
West Cumberland Hospital, Hensignham, Whitehaven, CA28 8JG.
Part‑time, permanent, 36 hours per week. Band 3. Salary £24,937 to £26,598 per annum pro rata.
Application
Apply online through the Trust’s career portal. Ensure you submit evidence of meeting all essential criteria in the supporting information.
For further information on sponsorship, visas and relocation assistance, visit the Trust’s policy pages.
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