Care Support Worker - B2 Trauma
The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust
Dudley, DY1 2HQView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)
Salary
£25,272
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
30 September 2026
2 days leftJob description
Care Support Worker 36 hours Band 2 B2 Trauma We are delighted to welcome applications to join Ward B2 Trauma as a Care Support Worker based at Russel...
The Clinical Support Worker will work together with members of the Nursing / Midwifery team and contribute to the implementation of a high standard and individualised patient care under the direction of a registered nurse.
The post holder will be required to communicate effectively with other members of the health care team, patients and relatives and must be able to recognise and report to the appropriate person any changes in the patient's condition which may require the intervention of others.
The post holder will be assessed on appointment on their level of competence and may be required to undertake development to include basic skills and in house development programme.
At the Dudley Group our patients and staff are at the heart of all that we do and that is to provide a world class service that aligns with our vision of "excellent health care, improved health for all". We are seeking to recruit staff who share our vision and values of making Dudley Group an incredible workplace.
As part of the NHS People Promise, your wellbeing is our priority, and we are committed to ensuring our employees achieve a healthy work-life balance supported by ourflexible working optionsand by making reasonable adjustments where possible. We believe no-one should have to sacrifice family, friends, or their personal interests for work. We are a modern employer able to attract and retain high quality staff through our commitment to the NHS People Promise.
As an employer, we foster an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, supported, and empowered to contribute their best. We want to ensure that our workforce is representative of the population we serve. More information -inclusive practice people promise.
Dudley Group offer many opportunities for our staff to develop and grow within their roles through our Learning & OD Team. These include topics such as communication, wellbeing, team development, cultural competency, and values.
Please click below to view our EDI page:Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion - The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust (dgft.nhs.uk)
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- Maths and English qualification - GCSE A-D, or Grade 4-9, or Functional Skills Level 1
- Care Certificate or ability to complete within 12 weeks of commencing employment
- QCF/NVQ Level 2 in Healthcare or equivalent qualification/relevant experience
Communication
Essential
- Evidence of effective communication skills including
- Verbal
- Written (legible handwriting)
- Non-verbal
- Compassion and respect
- Ability to communicate appropriately with patients, relatives and / or carers
- Ability to communicate effectively with staff / multidisciplinary team
- Positive and enthusiastic approach to work
- Courteous and polite
Knowledge and Training
Essential
- Ability to recognise limitations of knowledge and competence and practice within these boundaries
- Prepared to undergo further training
- Able to use and update IT systems with patient information
- An understanding of their role within the team
Experience
Essential
- Able to assess patient's health, safety and wellbeing while undertaking personal care and referring/escalating to other staff as appropriate
- Regular contact with bodily fluids when carrying out interventions and or treatments
- Frequent moderate/intense effort required for periods of time
Desirable: - Experience in a healthcare environment; - Manual handing of patients (including toileting, bathing and turning patients), equipment and stores
Analytical and Judgement Skills
Essential: - Ability to use own initiative
Planning Skills
Essential
- Participation in flexible work patterns / shift working required to provide 24hr service to meet the needs of the service.
- Flexibility to work across the Health Economy
Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Trust Values
Essential
- Able to provide safe, caring, and effective services
- Values and behaviours that reflect the Trust values of Care, Respect and Responsibility
- Commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace that is free from discrimination and where people feel they belong and their contribution is valued
How to apply
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Provenance
Source
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First seen
17 September 2026
Last checked
21 September 2026
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