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Job Summary
CAMHS Intellectual Disability Health Care Support Worker
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a forward-thinking and dynamic individual to be our Health Care Support Worker in our CAMHS Intellectual Disability Teams working over Rotherham and Doncaster. The service is community and family focused, providing assessment, intervention, advice, and support to children with Intellectual Disabilities which may be accompanied with autism, learning difficulties or emotional and behavioural difficulties and their families.
If you don't already have a Level 3 qualification or equivalent experience in a relevant subject, RDaSH is offering this post alongside the opportunity for you to complete a Level 3 apprenticeship qualification relevant to your role. As an apprentice within RDaSH you will be given the opportunity to gain experience, learn work‑related skills and obtain all the tools needed to thrive. An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. Around 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying. This leads to a nationally recognised qualification. Whether you already work for us or are joining the Trust and NHS for the first time, apprenticeships can help you to develop the skills, knowledge and know‑how in order to embark on a successful and fulfilling career within the health service.
Main Duties of the Job
* To support and enhance the professional care of clients within the service by delivering a range of delegated clinical health duties and therapeutic support for children, young people and their families, under the supervision of a qualified professional member of the team.
* Support children, young people and families with Intellectual Disabilities and their support needs through, one‑to‑one work under supervision of qualified staff.
* Provide children, young people and families with sensory support, under supervision by a member of the team.
* Undertake health observations of height, weight, and blood pressure and complete relevant record keeping.
* Be able to work in a variety of settings such as school, home, and group settings.
* Undertake behavioural observations with supervision.
* Provide and receive information from young people and their families, NHS, education and social care colleagues and the voluntary sector.
* Organise own diary and workload in line with job plan, have the ability to adapt and prioritise.
* Have a can‑do attitude, sense of humour and adhere to the Trust's Values.
Additional Information
* If you are applying for this role via the apprenticeship route, please review the attached eligibility document to ensure you meet the eligibility criteria to undertake an apprenticeship.
* We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if there are a high amount of applications.
About Us
Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) employ around 4,000 talented colleagues who are very much appreciated, valued, and respected. We have a wide portfolio which includes mental health, physical health, learning disability and drug and alcohol services. We are passionate about enhancing the quality of our service and we work hard to attract and select the right colleagues for our organisation. Our goal is to employ those who share our passion for providing first‑class care while remaining committed to our vision and values. Please view our strategy here: https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/documents/clinical-and-organisational-strategy-2023-to-2028/
To find out more about working for RDaSH and the fantastic benefits we offer, visit our website: https://workwithrdash.co.uk/
We are committed to inclusive cultures and really value people in our organisation, view our Allyship video on YouTube to find out more: https://youtu.be/WMJSkLoTk4Q
The main terms and conditions of service can be found here: https://www.nhsemployers.org/publications/tchandbook
Details
* Date posted: 22 October 2025
* Pay scheme: Agenda for change
* Band: Band 3
* Salary: £24,937 to £26,598 a year per annum
* Contract: Permanent
* Working pattern: Full-time, Flexible working
* Reference number: 376-DCCGAO-0438
* Job locations: Honeysuckle Lodge, Tickhill Road Hospital, Doncaster, DN4 8QN
Person Specification
Knowledge
* Understand importance of maintaining confidentiality
* Understanding of the service delivery goals of the care pathway
Qualifications
* English and Maths at level 2 or equivalent (GCSE 9‑4 or A*‑C or functional skills level 2)
* NVQ Level 2 in a related subject
* NVQ Level 3 in related subject or willingness to undertake a relevant Level 3 Apprenticeship
Experience
* Demonstrate a keen interest caring for others
* Previous experience of working as part of a team
* Previous experience of working or caring for children and young people
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
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.
Employer Details
Employer name: Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHSFT
Address: Honeysuckle Lodge, Tickhill Road Hospital, Doncaster, DN4 8QN
Employer's website: https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/
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