Clinical Support Worker

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd; Barnstaple; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

27 days annual leave

NHS Pension scheme

Cycle to work

Staff discounts

Flexible working

Job summary

Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is seeking Senior Healthcare Support Workers to support clinical teams across community, hospital and theatre settings. You will be trained through our induction programme and contribute to a compassionate, inclusive workplace.

The role involves evenings/weekend flexibility and working across Barnstaple and surrounding areas. Applicants should be able to manage a demanding workload and participate in ongoing training and CPD opportunities.

Qualifications

• Compassionate, patient‑focused care approach.
• Good communication with patients and team.

Responsibilities

• Chaperone patients during clinical examinations and procedures.
• Undertake venepuncture when required.
• Stock clinic rooms and order clinical supplies.
• File results and enter data into systems.
• Assist in care of patients within the department and support running of clinics.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Job description

For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities. More detail about the role Our Senior Healthcare Support Workers (SHCSWs) form an essential and well-respected part of our healthcare teams across a number of dynamic settings; out in the community, in our acute hospitals or within our theatres teams to name just a few. You will be a valued member of the team through our comprehensive training and induction programme and our commitment to learning and development will satisfy even the most ambitious person. The team Working under the supervision of qualified nursing and medical staff, the post-holder will assist in the care of patients within the department and carry out general duties to enable the effective running of clinics. This will initially include a range of clinical and non-clinical tasks, such as: chaperoning patients during clinical examinations and procedures, undertaking venepuncture, stocking clinic rooms, ordering clinical supplies, filing results and entering data. You will have both trust and in-house training and competencies to complete. Our teams are caring, compassionate and inclusive, so whatever your background, you will be made to feel very welcome. More information about the role, training and development and the experiences of our HCSWs is included in the attached document. Read it now and find out for yourself why we are regularly voted as one of the best NHS Trusts to work for. Working Pattern: The clinics are based in Barnstaple Heath Centre and surrounding locality areas including Bideford, Holsworthy and Ilfracombe. Applicants for this post need to be able to manage a demanding workload, and have the flexibility to work within the needs of the service, to include some evenings and potential weekend work. Interview Date: Either 16th September or 23rd September 2026 For further information please contact: Heather Collins (Deputy Lead Nurse) or / Katie Banks(Senior Nurse) on 01271 341568 or email [e-mail] or [e-mail] As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve. Preference will be given to staff with Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon. The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received. The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.

Benefits

We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team. This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we’ll help you get there. Looking after you is important to us. We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies. If you're starting out in the NHS, you'll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays. You'll benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups. Salary is not the only financial benefit You’ll have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers. You will also have access to other benefits including:

• Funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications
• Days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements
• 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays
• Access to comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups
• Staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options; spread cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers
• National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts
• Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter Car lease schemes
• The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK)
• Cycle to work scheme

These are just a few of the benefits available if the role is something you are interested in, we'd love to hear from you.