Job summary We are looking for a friendly and enthusiastic Clinical Support Worker to join us asan integral member of our multi-disciplinary team (MDT) within the Paediatric Department. You will be expected to undertake care that meet the needs of the patients, working within the Trust's policies, procedures and unit philosophy. As a CSW, you will provide a seamless service and high-quality care to patients, working collaboratively as part of the paediatric team, under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse. It is expected that the Clinical Support Worker will continue to develop their own capabilities and knowledge of nursing tasks in line with the Trust's career pathway. So, if this sounds like the role for you - please apply today Main duties of the job Assist in the attendance process by accurately recording patients demographic details To assist patients with personal hygiene as instructed. Assist patients with eating and drinking. Monitoring and accurate recording of dietary and fluid intake appropriately reporting Report any abnormalities to the nurse in charge Carry out observations as instructed by the nurse in charge and escalate any concerns appropriate in line with policy Enable patients to access appropriate toileting facilities. Collecting and disposing of body waste About us With a workforce of approximately 15,000 staff, we can now do more and go further in delivering health services to our local communities. Our ambition is to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and wellbeing of our patients, and provide a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers. Patients will experience improved care as well as fewer delays and cancellations. We are able to provide more once-in-a-lifetime specialist care region-wide. With our new trust size will come more opportunities for development, research, networking and innovation. We aim to make the most of our skills and experiences so we can become the best we can be. As one organisation we will recruit the finest and retain more specialist staff due to more employment opportunities across our Trust. Date posted 04 March 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 3 Salary £24,071 a year Per Annum (pro rata for part time) Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Flexible working Reference number 390-WAC-BA-7234 Job locations Basildon Nethermayne Basildon SS16 5NL Job description Job responsibilities Please refer to the attached job description and personal specification for this post.We look forward to receiving your application. Job description Job responsibilities Please refer to the attached job description and personal specification for this post.We look forward to receiving your application. Person Specification Experience Essential Experience working with children/young people Experience working in healthcare setting Desirable Experience working with children with healthcare needs Experience working in Paediatric healthcare setting Qualifications Desirable NVQ level in care or equivalent qualification Care Certificate Person Specification Experience Essential Experience working with children/young people Experience working in healthcare setting Desirable Experience working with children with healthcare needs Experience working in Paediatric healthcare setting Qualifications Desirable NVQ level in care or equivalent qualification Care Certificate Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Employer details Employer name Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust Address Basildon Nethermayne Basildon SS16 5NL Employer's website https://www.mse.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)