Band 3 Clinical Support Workers

Cheshire & Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust; Thornton Hough; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Cheshire & Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust is recruiting a Band 3 Clinical Support Worker for Oaktrees Ward, Springview Hospital, Clatterbridge. You will join a 14-bed Specialist Eating Disorder Unit delivering high‑quality, person-centred care to adults with mental health conditions.

Working across 12-hour shifts, including days, nights and weekends, you will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to implement personalised care plans and support rehabilitation and recovery in a

Qualifications

• Mental health qualification or willingness to complete apprenticeship.
• NVQ level 3 in mental health or equivalent.
• Completion of Care Certificate (within 3 months)

Responsibilities

• Assist in all clinical ward duties under supervision.
• Provide high quality, compassionate care to adults on the ward.
• Work with multidisciplinary team to deliver personalised treatment plans.
• Support patients across day, night and weekend shifts (12-hour shifts).
• Observe and report any changes to senior staff promptly.

Skills

Empathy

Teamwork

Communication

Compassion

Education

Mental health qualification or apprenticeship

NVQ Level 3 in mental health or equivalent

Care Certificate completion

Job description

The postholder works under the direct supervision of a registered nurse and will be expected to assist on all aspects and duties expected in a clinical ward environment., Assisting in standardised procedures relating to individualised patient care Carrying out duties as identified by senior staff that related to the needs, changes and demands of the ward and patient care inclusive of the provision of personal care when required. To support in the therapeutic relationship with service users through engagement and activities as deemed appropriate to the client group Participate in patient observation and reporting and changes to senior staff as necessary, All new starters will commence in post on one fixed start date each month, in line with our Prepare to Care (P2C) induction programme date. P2C offers up to 3 weeks training to support you to meet the induction / initial training requirements of the role. Whether you are just starting out in your career or looking to use your existing skills and experience in a new role, you'll find something to suit you at CWP.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

At CWP, our recruitment selection processes are based on both competence (see person specification for details) and values. CWP recruits people that can demonstrate the Trust's Values in their everyday life and we use a values-based approach in our interviews, which explores not only what you do but how and why you do it. Before applying, we encourage you to review the Trust's Values and think about how these align with your own personal values. The supporting information section in your application should reflect your understanding of the Trust's Values and associated behaviours and you should provide examples from your work experience and/or personal life which demonstrate these values through your behaviours.

The trust offers a Guaranteed Interview Scheme to any armed forces community applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post and encourages applications from armed forces reservists or cadet force adult volunteers.

Applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment. You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. A small annual fee of £16 per year applies.

We are looking for enthusiastic and motivated Band 3 Clinical Support Workers to join our dynamic team on Oaktrees Ward in Springview Hospital in Clatterbridge. We are a 14 bedded Specialist Eating Disorder Unit (SEDU). In this role, you'll provide high quality, compassionate care to adults with mental health conditions. You'll work closely with a multi disciplinary team to deliver personalised treatment plans and provide support to patients as they navigate complex mental health challenges. We are looking for applicants who have some experience of working with people with mental health diagnoses and who can demonstrate their compassion and optimism for the rehabilitation and recovery of this client group. The ward offers a 7 day per week / 24hours per day service, therefore the successful candidates must be able to work a full range of 12 hour shifts including day, night and weekends shifts. The role may also include Twilight or bridging shifts in the evening.

• Appropriate Mental Health related qualification, or willingness to complete an apprenticeship appropriate to the Clinical Support Worker role.
• Will work towards the appropriate mental health related NVQ level 3 once in post or equivalent experience.
• To demonstrate a range of work procedures and practices and to exhibit your knowledge and abilities
• Completion of or commitment to complete the Care Certificate (CWP In-house 2 day training to be completed within 3 months of start date)

Desirable criteria

• Qualifications in Health and Social Care or other related disciplines, Understanding of CWP, inclusive of Mental health services and the key role the Trust has within the health economy.
• An understanding of confidentiality issues how they relate to mental health policy and practice interventions.
• Knowledge of CWP observation policy (policy found on CWP website)

Desirable criteria

• Knowledge of mental health legislation and policies., The ability to demonstrate good quality care, whilst adhering to Trust policies and procedures, and working towards completing Care Certificate
• Experience of working collaboratively i.e. with colleagues, wider teams service users etc
• Supporting others in a care setting, whether this is experience in a professional or lived experience (friend, family, voluntary etc.)

Desirable criteria

• Previous experience of working with adults with severe mental health needs

Trust ValuesEssential criteria

• Demonstrate alignment with Trust Values (6 C's: Commitment, Communication, Care, Courage, Compassion, Competency)

Cheshire and Wirral Partnership (CWP) provides health and care services for a population of over one million people, including mental health, learning disability, community physical health and all-age disability care, as well as the provision of three GP surgeries in Cheshire. We employ around 4,500 staff across 73 sites and have services across Wirral and Cheshire, as well as Trafford, Warrington, Bolton, Halton, Liverpool and Stockport. Our aim is to help improve the lives of everyone in our communities, adopting a compassionate, person-centred approach to everything we do. We are rated as Outstanding for Caring by the Care Quality Commission, with a Good rating overall. As a Disability Confident Employer, Rainbow Badge Scheme member, Veteran Aware organisation and proud holder of the Armed Forces Covenant Employer Recognition Scheme Gold Award, CWP is committed to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible and developing a culture that values differences, and welcome applications from people who have direct experience of accessing our services.