Community Support Worker – NHS Role with Potential Visa Sponsorship
Community Support Worker – Ripon Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust is looking for a Community Support Worker to provide empathetic, person‑centred care to persons with mental health, social or learning issues within a supportive, structured setting.
Job Details
* Job Title: Community Support Worker
* Job Type: Full Time Regular
* Location: Ripon
* Hours: 18.75 hours per week
* Salary: £25,760 – £27,476 per annum (rising after 2 years)
Key Responsibilities
Provide patient‑focused care while ensuring safety, privacy and dignity of all patients. Recognise signs of abuse or abuse risk, report concerns in line with Trust safeguarding policies, and perform delegated duties within competency while considering risk assessment. Support patients in community settings, assist with assessment tools, maintain accurate records, and provide health education and guidance to patients and carers. Demonstrate safe break‑away strategies when faced with violence or aggression, safely handle and move patients, and work closely with the multidisciplinary team.
Qualifications
* Diploma Health and Social Care Level 2 or equivalent
* Care Certificate
* Level 2 Key Competencies – Literacy and Numeracy
* Successful completion of Trust’s HCA Framework in full during the 6‑month probation period
Experience Required
Previous experience as a Band 2/3 Healthcare Assistant or equivalent in a care setting.
Knowledge and Skills – Essential
* Person‑focused care
* Understanding of legal frameworks including Mental Health legislation
* Excellent written and oral communication abilities
* Time‑management and prioritisation skills
Knowledge and Skills – Preferred
* Competency in phlebotomy
* Competency with ECGs
Contact
Further contact: Vicki Broughton, CNS – 01765 632922
Passport and Visa Information
This role may be eligible for sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker route. Sponsorship will only be awarded to applicants who match the precise requirements. Please review your eligibility before applying.
Benefits
* £25,760 – £27,476 per annum with salary review
* Paid annual leave starting at 27 days plus bank holidays, with additional leave purchasing option
* Access to staff wellbeing courses
* Employee discount scheme
* Gym entry and monthly reward draw for TEWV personnel
Equal Opportunities
Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust is an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of race, gender, religion, disability, or ethnicity.
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