Clinical Support Worker - Cardiology
Wirral University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
Upton, CH49 5PE
Salary
£25,760 to £27,476
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
3 September 2026
3 days left
In plain English
What this job actually involves
You will help cardiology patients with daily care such as washing, dressing and eating. You will also do simple clinical tasks like ECGs, blood tests and wound checks. The role suits caring people with a Level 3 health or A‑level education and some hands‑on experience in a clinical setting.
What you'll need
- Level 3 health/social care qualification or A‑levels and willingness to study the qualification
- Previous experience doing basic clinical skills such as ECG, IV access or blood glucose monitoring
- Ability to move and support patients safely using proper equipment
- Good record‑keeping and ability to follow care plans
- Understanding of a Clinical Support Worker’s role and patient independence
How to boost your chances
- Refresh your knowledge of ECG acquisition and venepuncture before interview
- Gather evidence of manual‑handling training and patient transfer experience
- Highlight any NHS or hospital work on your CV, even if short term
- Prepare a short example of when you helped a patient stay independent
- Make sure you can show a clear commitment to completing the Level 3 qualification
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Job description
An exciting opportunity has arisen for competent individuals to join a team of Clinical Support Workers in the busy environment of Cardiology. The uni...
- Provide high quality basic nursing care as directed by care plans, registered nurse/nursing associates senior staff including:
- Assistance with personal hygiene.
- Assistant with toileting.
- Assistance with dressing/undressing.
- Ensure all patients nutritional status is maintained.
- Perform a range of clinical tasks or procedures which may include
- ECG acquisition.
- Peripheral IV access.
- Venepuncture.
- Pressure area risk assessment.
- Urinalysis.
- Pregnancy testing.
- Capillary blood glucose monitoring.
- Formed stoma care.
- Transfer patients to other areas as and when required.
- Ensure all aspects of care provided are accurately documented.
- Perform minor injury treatments including wound assessment and closure (not suturing).
- Demonstrates own duties to new starters.
- Participate and promote the audit process with the department.
All new colleagues can expect to receive a warm and friendly Wirral welcome from the very first time they make contact with us. We are described as "competent and caring staff" by our patients.
Wirral University Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is situated on The Wirral peninsula which has a stunning coastline and beautiful countryside surroundings, with great activities for its residents.
We are one of the largest and busiest acute Trusts in the North West of England, comprising of the Wirral's only Emergency Department. We provide a high quality range of acute care services and employ over 6,000 staff, who serve a population of approximately 400,000 people across Wirral, Ellesmere Port, Neston, North Wales and the wider North West footprint.
We have approximately 855 beds trust-wide and our financial turnover is in excess of £337m.
The Wirral is easily accessible with excellent transport links including motorway, train, bus or ferry and within easy reach to the major cities of Liverpool, Chester and Manchester as well as neighbouring North Wales.
Qualifications, Specific Experience & Training
Essential
- Level 3 qualification (e.g. A-Level's, NVQ3) in Health & Social Care OR a good standard of education to A-Level standard and the agreement to undertake the relevant Level 3 qualification on appointment.
- Experience working in a clinical environment an undertaking a range of relevant clinical skills with proven competencies.
Desirable
- Experience working in the NHS
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Evidence of competence in relevant specialist skills or tasks
- Knowledge and understanding of the responsibilities of a Clinical Support Worker
- Previous experience and training of manual handling patients using appropriate equipment
- Can demonstrate an understanding of the importance of promoting patient independence
Desirable
- Able to provide support and reassurance to patients.
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Ability to work well as part of a multi-disciplinary team
- A positive attitude and ability to act on feedback
- Polite, friendly, approachable and self-motivated
How to apply
Applications are handled entirely by the employer on the original advert. We do not collect CVs, supporting statements or application data.
Provenance
Source
NHS Jobs
First seen
24 August 2026
Last checked
25 August 2026
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