Clinical Assistant
Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust
Poole, BH17 8WG
Salary
£28,392 to £31,157
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
6 September 2026
6 days left
Job description
This is an exciting opportunity to work within a dynamic multidisciplinary team providing intensive community support to adults with learning disabili...
As a Band 4 Clinical Assistant, you will work alongside learning disability nurses, Mental Health Nurses, psychologists, psychiatrists, occupational therapists, speech and language therapists and other health and social care professionals to deliver high-quality, evidence-based interventions in community settings.
The service operates 7 days a week between 8:00am and 8:00pm, and you will participate in a flexible rota that includes weekends and bank holidays.
- Deliver high-quality, person-centred care and therapeutic interventions under the direction of registered practitioners.
- Support comprehensive assessments, care planning, risk management and the delivery of positive behaviour support strategies.
- Build trusting relationships with individuals, families, carers and support providers to promote independence, wellbeing and positive outcomes.
- Monitor and report changes in physical health, mental health and behavioural presentation, escalating concerns appropriately.
- Contribute to preventing unnecessary hospital admissions and supporting timely discharge from inpatient services.
- Maintain accurate clinical documentation in accordance with Trust policies and professional standards.
- Work collaboratively with partner agencies to provide coordinated, holistic care.
- Promote safeguarding, dignity, equality, inclusion and the rights of people with learning disabilities.
At Dorset HealthCare we're on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We're a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost800,000 people.
We do things differently here - it's one of the reasons the CQC rated us 'outstanding' in 2019. It's also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you're looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities.
Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. We're an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves.
Working with us you'll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don't know. And you'll be working towards our vision to create healthier lives, empowered citizens and thriving communities.
Knowledge Skills and Training
Essential
- Must hold NVQ 3 in Health and social care or equivalent qualification
- Experience of working with vulnerable Client Group and people with Learning Disability
Job Specific
Essential
- Experience of understanding Risk and Crisis management
Desirable
- Ability to create innovative solutions working alongside patients to help them reach there Goals
Managerial / supervisory experience
Essential
- Experience of working autonomously
Knowledge skills and training
Essential
- Knowledge of Mental Health and Learning Disabilities
How to apply
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Provenance
Source
NHS Jobs
First seen
21 August 2026
Last checked
25 August 2026
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