Job summary The Clinical Support Worker (CSW) will function at a higher competency level than that of other Health Care Support Workers (HCSW) with responsibility for actively participating as part of the Multi-Disciplinary Team within Ambulatory Care Unit (ACU) and Urgent Care to provide a seamless service to patients and relatives. The CSW will work under proximal supervision from an Advanced Clinical Practitioner (ACP) and carry out assigned clinical tasks involving direct patient care and associated administrative duties. This position is not currently eligible for a certificate of sponsorship in line with Home Office guidance as it does not appear on the skilled worker visa occupation list. If you currently hold a different type of visa allowing you to work in the UK we would welcome an application from you. If your visa expires or there is a change in status during your employment, the Trust will be required to review your employment which may result in the termination of your employment to comply with the relevant immigration legislation. Main duties of the job The delivery of clinical and therapeutic care, within the clinical setting within set protocols and within the scope of the CSW, under the guidance and supervision of the ACP. Organise and prioritise time and work activities effectively. Contributes to the delivery of nursing care ensuring the highest possible standard under supervision of the ACP. Undertakes a range of delegated clinical care duties, records patients observations and collects specimens and samples as instructed Under supervision and appropriate delegation from the ACP, assess patients' conditions through basic test results and clinical observations. Ensure care is documented accurately and in a timely manner as per Trust policy and contributes to updating patients records. Ensure that patients and relatives are treated with courtesy at all times and the individual needs of patients are respected, promoting and valuing the rights, responsibilities and diversity of people. Patients must be treated with privacy and dignity. Maintain a safe working environment, reporting incidents, accidents and complaints. Understand the need to maintain and respect patient confidentiality Promotes and participates in Health Education. Maintain confidentiality of all patients and work related issues. Actively participates in Departmental Team Development and Nursing Team Development About us We are delighted to offer a wide range of benefits to employees including: Cycle to Work Travel Scheme Childcare Vouchers with Salary Sacrifice Onsite Nursery Buying and Selling Annual Leave Car Leasing Employee Assistance Programme Employee Health and Wellbeing Extensive Reward Scheme Counselling Service Financial packages including Vivup and Wagestream Staff Networks, Enable, Rainbow, Gender, Race Equality Ecoaware & Admin Network. Our values: We understand that it's down to the hard work, effort and dedication of our staff that makes a difference for our patients. Our people really do make our Airedale experience - we take pride in fostering a friendly, effective and caring work environment. Our values are part of our DNA, which are: Committed to Quality of Care Compassion Working together for patients Improving Lives Everyone Counts Respect and Dignity Got questions before you apply, please contact the recruiting manager to find out more. Date posted 08 April 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 3 Salary £24,625 to £25,674 a year pro rata per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time Reference number 423-7133375 Job locations Airedale General hospital - Ambulatory Care Unit Skipton Road Steeton BD20 6TD Job description Job responsibilities Participates in the welcoming and reception of patients in the clinical area, supporting theassessment process and liaising with the Advanced Clinical Practitioner and medical teams. Participates in the delivery of care in conjunction with the ACPs and medical teams. Ensuring assistance is provided with patients activities of daily living. Assists in creating an environment which meets the needs of patients, relatives and carers. Has the skills, knowledge and competency to perform the following clinical skills: Vital signs and early warning scores Urinalysis Pregnancy Testing Capillary Blood Glucose Monitoring ECG recording Venepuncture Peripheral IV access Urinary Catheterisation Pressure Area Risk Assessment Ensure adequate skills to maintain/update patients computer records. Evaluate, analyse and act upon those findings that directly relate to the provision of Same Day Emergency Care Ensure the ACP is aware of any conditional changes that may affect patient acuity. Recognise the work load of colleagues and provide support as necessary. Acts as a mentor, preceptor and /or QCF assessor to junior staff. Job description Job responsibilities Participates in the welcoming and reception of patients in the clinical area, supporting theassessment process and liaising with the Advanced Clinical Practitioner and medical teams. Participates in the delivery of care in conjunction with the ACPs and medical teams. Ensuring assistance is provided with patients activities of daily living. Assists in creating an environment which meets the needs of patients, relatives and carers. Has the skills, knowledge and competency to perform the following clinical skills: Vital signs and early warning scores Urinalysis Pregnancy Testing Capillary Blood Glucose Monitoring ECG recording Venepuncture Peripheral IV access Urinary Catheterisation Pressure Area Risk Assessment Ensure adequate skills to maintain/update patients computer records. Evaluate, analyse and act upon those findings that directly relate to the provision of Same Day Emergency Care Ensure the ACP is aware of any conditional changes that may affect patient acuity. Recognise the work load of colleagues and provide support as necessary. Acts as a mentor, preceptor and /or QCF assessor to junior staff. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Level 2 Diploma in Health & Social Care (or care related subject) Care Certificate (15 standards) Desirable Intermediate Life Support (ILS) Level 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care (or care related subject) - or working toward Knowledge Essential has an understanding of working of the acute NHS trust Has an understanding of the risk management issues which may arise Experience Essential Recent experience of working within an acute NHS hospital trust Desirable Experience working in Ambulatory Care Unit / Urgent Care. Skills Essential Venepuncture / Cannulation skills or working towards competency ability to use computer systems (Systm 1 / EPR / patient management system) Taking and recording observations Excellent communication skills Desirable Computer Literate Able to use PAS system and Other electronic Patient Management systems ECG recording Basic wound care management Person Specification Qualifications Essential Level 2 Diploma in Health & Social Care (or care related subject) Care Certificate (15 standards) Desirable Intermediate Life Support (ILS) Level 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care (or care related subject) - or working toward Knowledge Essential has an understanding of working of the acute NHS trust Has an understanding of the risk management issues which may arise Experience Essential Recent experience of working within an acute NHS hospital trust Desirable Experience working in Ambulatory Care Unit / Urgent Care. Skills Essential Venepuncture / Cannulation skills or working towards competency ability to use computer systems (Systm 1 / EPR / patient management system) Taking and recording observations Excellent communication skills Desirable Computer Literate Able to use PAS system and Other electronic Patient Management systems ECG recording Basic wound care management 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 Airedale NHS Foundation Trust Address Airedale General hospital - Ambulatory Care Unit Skipton Road Steeton BD20 6TD Employer's website https://www.airedale-trust.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)