Job Overview
We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Clinical Support Worker to join our dynamic Community Mental Health Team in a part‑time position. You will escort patients from east Cheshire to their Electro‑Convulsive Therapy (ECT) treatment in Chester on Tuesdays and Fridays. When the escort service is not required you will support the CMHT duty function, providing phone and face‑to‑face contacts with patients who need assistance and practical support in managing their mental wellbeing.
Key Details
* Role: Clinical Support Worker – ECT Support
* Band: 3
* Grade: Band 3
* Contract: Permanent
* Hours: Part time – 15 hours per week
* Job Ref: 373‑SMH2542‑A RR
* Site: Jocelyn Solly Resource Centre, Macclesfield
* Salary: £24,937 – £26,598 per annum (pro rata)
* Closing date: 13/03/2026 23:59
* Interview date: 26/03/2026
Responsibilities
As a Clinical Support Worker you will:
* Deliver care and support for service users within the community mental health setting.
* Provide escort services for ECT treatment and support the CMHT duty function.
* Conduct phone and face‑to‑face contact with patients and their carers.
* Liaise with all relevant agencies to support the service user and their carers.
* Report on the well‑being of service users under the guidance of a registered mental health practitioner.
Working for CWP
Cheshire and Wirral Partnership (CWP) provides health and care services for a population of over one million people across 73 sites. We are rated outstanding for Caring by the Care Quality Commission. CWP is a Disability Confident Employer, a Rainbow Badge Scheme member, and holds the Armed Forces Covenant Employer Recognition Scheme Gold Award. All new starters commence in post on a fixed start date each month following our P2C induction programme.
Detailed Job Description and Main Responsibilities
Please download the full job description for complete details.
Qualifications
* Essential: NVQ Level 2 in Mental Health (or equivalent).
* Will work towards NVQ Level 3 in Mental Health (or equivalent experience).
* Demonstrated theoretical knowledge of basic care procedures.
* Completion of or working towards Care Certificate (CWP in‑house 2‑day training within 3 months of start).
* Desirable: NVQ qualifications in Health and Social Care or related disciplines.
Knowledge & Expertise
* Essential: Understanding of CWP services, especially mental health, and the role of the Trust.
* Knowledge of confidentiality issues in mental health policy and practice.
* Understanding of staff development and continuous service improvement in adult mental health services.
* Sound knowledge of CWP observation policy.
* Desirable: Knowledge of mental health legislation and policies.
Experience
* Essential: Previous experience of providing care in a structured setting.
* Experience of working collaboratively with colleagues, wider teams and service users.
* Desirable: Experience of working with adults with severe mental health needs.
Applicant Requirements
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) and requires a Disclosure to the DBS. Applicants who meet the 'essential' criteria will be asked to respond 'YES' to the Guaranteed Interview Scheme question.
Documents to Download
* Job Description (PDF, 320.6KB)
* OH Risk Form (PDF, 632.5KB)
* Recruitment of Ex‑Offenders Policy (PDF, 167.7KB)
* DBS Update Service Applicant Guide (PDF, 228.4KB)
* Privacy Notice (PDF, 177.4KB)
* Trust Profile (PDF, 521.4KB)
* Application Guide (PDF, 28.3MB)
Contact
Jonathan Parker
Team Operations Manager
Email: contact@cwp.org.uk
Telephone: 01625 505611
If you consider yourself neurodivergent and need help completing your application, please call 01244 393100.
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