Job summary We wish to recruit an enthusiastic, highly motivated Band 2 Clinical Support Worker to work within our Podiatry hubs in the West and South and East of the county. You will be part of our friendly and supportive community team, working with Podiatrists to assist our high-risk clinics where we provide foot ulcer care and prevent limb amputation through multidisciplinary team working. You will be expected to be flexible to meet the needs of the service. In return we will offer an exciting role within a forward-thinking team with opportunities for career progression. If you have great interpersonal and organisational skills, enjoy a challenge and are passionate about patient care, this is the role for you. What is in it for me? Flexible working patterns Market leading annual leave 27 days BHs Career conversations and 1-1 personal support Access to apprentice programmes to become a qualified Podiatrist Blue Light Card discounts at more than 15,000 retailers Market leading pension contributions Agenda for Change pay increments In-house physiotherapy support Main duties of the job You will work alongside a Podiatrist to deliver patient care and take on tasks such as: welcoming and preparing patients assisting with treatments as directed by the Podiatrist supporting administrative tasks including note taking and stock taking supporting patients who have disabilities working in patients' homes and adapting to the patient and environment The role is very varied. You will be in contact with other professionals to ensure the patients are supported in the most appropriate way and provide suggestions to improve support ongoing About us As an organisation, the NHS offers a wide range of benefits including flexible working, pension contributions, market leading annual leave allowance, career progression and regular conversations, not to mention our Blue Light Card and NHS exclusive discounts. The benefits of working in Somerset include the idyllic countryside, with our areas of outstanding beauty and stunning coastlines. You will get to enjoy these perks whilst still only being a stone's throw away from bustling city centres like Bristol, Bath and Exeter and only two hours away from London. There are excellent educational facilities in the area and, when compared to other regions, house prices are reasonable. You will experience the best of both in Somerset, the countryside and the cosmopolitan there is truly something for everyone Date posted 28 October 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 2 Salary £23,615 to £23,615 a year Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 184-OL-PU-1065 Job locations Trustwide The Crescent Taunton Somerset TA1 4DY Job description Job responsibilities For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post. Job description Job responsibilities For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Good standard of literacy and numeracy and spoken English (Minimum Level 1 or Functional Skills). Vocational Level 2 in Health and Social Care, or equivalent experience. Care Certificate or willing to work towards on-the-job Range of routine work procedures, requiring job training.NVQ2 or equivalent experience. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Good standard of literacy and numeracy and spoken English (Minimum Level 1 or Functional Skills). Vocational Level 2 in Health and Social Care, or equivalent experience. Care Certificate or willing to work towards on-the-job Range of routine work procedures, requiring job training.NVQ2 or equivalent experience. 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. Employer details Employer name Somerset NHS Foundation Trust Address Trustwide The Crescent Taunton Somerset TA1 4DY Employer's website https://www.somersetft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)