Healthcare Support Worker
Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
Stafford, ST16 3AGView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)
Salary
£25,272
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
5 October 2026
4 days leftJob description
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In this role you will support qualified / senior nurses in the delivery of direct care to clients. Clinical support workers have a vital role to play in observing client actions, interactions, reporting these in a clear concise manner. You will also work collaboratively with other Trust services to provide seamless care for clients on defined care-pathways, as well as working in partnership with agencies external to the Trust supporting client's access to services in the independent and non-statutory sector.
- To provide support and spend therapeutic time with clients.
- To promote client's recovery through the delivery of high quality, outcome measured care and evidence-based interventions.
- To assist Registered Professionals in the implementation and evaluation of individualised care plans.
- Regularly report and effectively communicate client's health status and care aims in care records and verbal reports to Registered Professional Staff members and other members of the multi-disciplinary team.
- To assist or act on behalf of those clients who cannot maintain their own personal health / hygiene and well-being.
- Have a basic understanding of and willingness to learn about Naso Gastric (NG) feeding / PEG feeding, supporting the qualified member of staff with setting up NG feeds / Peg feeds and monitoring them.
- To assist clients in the maintenance of activities of daily living.
Come and work with us at our award-winning NHS Trust, leading the way for trying new and better ways of working to help improve life for our local communities.
We have around 9,000 staff who provide physical and mental healthcare, support for people with learning disabilities, and adult social care across Staffordshire, Stoke-on-Trent, Shropshire, and Telford & Wrekin. We also run regional and national services, including help for new parents (perinatal care), eating disorders, forensic services, sexual health, and support for people in prison with mental health, drug, or alcohol problems.
We offer great career development for both clinical and non-clinical roles, with ongoing training and support to help you learn and grow.
We are 'United in our Uniqueness' and committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome and can be themselves, no matter their background or identity. We want our staff to feel supported and valued, and we aim to build a team that reflects the communities we serve. Together, we can make sure every voice is heard, and every difference is respected.
Please note, we may be required to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications
Please be aware that the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in completing application forms will be monitored to ensure fairness and transparency. If you have used AI you must state this in your application.
Experience & Qualifications
Essential
- Has experience of working in a multi-disciplinary team and has previous care experience.
- Possesses a basic knowledge of the nature and symptoms of anorexia nervosa.
Desirable
- NVQ 2 in Health and Social Care with demonstrable evidence of numeracy and literacy skills (equivalent GCSE's or Functional Skills).
- Possesses basic skills in word processing and information technology.
Skills, Knowledge & Abilities
Essential
- Is keen to undertake basic training to ensure that continuous learning takes place.
- Communicates effectively, both verbally and in written form, possess listening skills and a strong client centred value base.
- Has the capacity and is willing to work shifts, nights, weekends and bank holidays.
How to apply
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Provenance
Source
NHS Jobs
First seen
21 September 2026
Last checked
23 September 2026
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