Care Assistant Ward: Compassionate, Flexible Shifts

East and North Hertfordshire Teaching NHS Trust; Stevenage; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

East and North Hertfordshire Teaching NHS Trust is seeking a Clinical Support Worker to assist ward teams in delivering compassionate patient care under RN supervision. The role focuses on direct patient support, safety, and contributing to a calm, clean environment.

We value a caring nature and reliability across shifts, including days, nights, weekends, and bank holidays. Relevant qualifications and a commitment to equality and inclusion are essential.

Qualifications

• GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths.
• Care Certificate and Health and Social Care Level 2.
• Experience in healthcare or care is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Communicate effectively with patients.
• Support Registered Nurses in patient care.
• Assist with washing and dressing patients.
• Take physiological observations.
• Make beds and maintain clean patient areas.
• Serve meals and assist with feeding.
• Provide emotional support by listening and talking to patients.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Time management

Patient care

IT basics

Work under pressure

Deadline adherence

Judgement and escalation

Interpersonal skills

Education

GCSEs English & Maths

Care Certificate

Health and Social Care Level 2

Job description

East and North Hertfordshire Teaching NHS Trust is seeking a Clinical Support Worker to assist ward teams in delivering compassionate patient care under RN supervision. The role focuses on direct patient support, safety, and contributing to a calm, clean environment.

We value a caring nature and reliability across shifts, including days, nights, weekends, and bank holidays. Relevant qualifications and a commitment to equality and inclusion are essential.