Clinical Support Worker – Forth Valley Wide
An excellent opportunity has arisen within Forth Valley for an enthusiastic, flexible and self‑motivated individual who is committed to the provision of safe, consistent and person‑centred quality care. We welcome applications from candidates who are interested in caring for adults or older adults when they are acutely unwell within Forth Valley’s Acute Hospital and Community settings.
You will work as part of a multi‑disciplinary team with people who require short to medium term admission for assessment and treatment. The post holder will help deliver care needs and support clinical standards within the ward. Rotational days/nights, including weekends, are required and flexibility is essential.
Previous experience in a caring role is desirable but not essential. Previous applicants need not apply.
The duties of this post require the successful candidate to be a member of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme. More information can be found at www.disclosurescotland.co.uk.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applicants who require sponsorship to work in the UK are advised to carefully review eligibility criteria for the Skilled Worker or Health and Care Worker visa routes. NHS Forth Valley may offer sponsorship for certain roles, subject to salary threshold and other criteria. Sponsorship is assessed on a case‑by‑case basis following interview and pre‑employment checks.
Applicants should provide original and authentic responses to all questions within the application form. The use of AI, automated tools, or other third‑party assistance to generate or significantly modify responses is strongly discouraged. Failure to comply may result in withdrawal.
Please note we anticipate a high level of interest in this position and may close the vacancy early once a sufficient number of applications are received. Therefore, please submit your application as early as possible.
NHS Forth Valley is an Anchor First Organisation. The majority of correspondence is via e‑mail; check your e‑mail and Jobtrain account regularly, including junk folders.
NHS Forth Valley is positive about disabled people and is committed to offering an interview to disabled people who meet the minimum criteria for the job. Reasonable adjustments are available; contact Recruitment Office on 0330 041 4694.
Informal enquiries to Sarah Grant, Nurse Educator on sarah.grant@nhs.scot.
Equal Opportunities
NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.
Responsibilities
* Provide safe, consistent, person‑centred care to adults or older adults who are acutely unwell.
* Support patients who are distressed and use de‑escalation skills when required.
* Assist in delivery of ward care standards within the Acute Hospital and Community settings.
* Work rotationally on days, nights and weekends as per organisational need.
Qualifications & Experience
* Desirable but not essential previous experience in a caring role.
* Ability to work as part of a multi‑disciplinary team.
* Membership of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme (or willingness to register).
* Good communication and interpersonal skills.
Other Requirements
* Eligibility for a Skilled Worker or Health and Care Worker visa as per NHS Forth Valley policy.
* Authentic, AI‑free responses to all application questions.
* Early application encouraged due to high interest.
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