Clinical Support Worker for School Health

Clch; Greater London; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Central London Community Healthcare NHS Trust is seeking a part-time Clinical Support Worker for School Health in London on a fixed-term, term-time basis. The role is 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 9:00am–5:00pm, starting as a Band 4 post.

The position is based at Lavender Steers Mead Children's Centre, London, with a salary of £33,262–£36,027 per annum inclusive of HCAS. Sponsorship is not mentioned. CLCH emphasizes safeguarding, training, and NHS values.

Qualifications

• N.N.E.B./BTEC Diploma in Child Care or NVQ level 3 or equivalent.
• Diploma level in a health-related subject preferred.
• Experience working with children and families in a health, educational or social care setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical support to the school health team as delegated by the Team Lead/School Nurse.
• Contribute to health promotion and NCMP delivery within the Healthy Child Programme.
• Support safeguarding initiatives and deliver care in line with local service specifications.
• Work in accordance with CLCH values and behaviours.

Skills

Basic numeracy and literacy

Communication skills

Safeguarding knowledge

Child development knowledge

Teamwork and initiative

Education

N.N.E.B./ BTEC Diploma in Child Care or NVQ level 3

Diploma level in health-related subject

Tools

Word

Excel

Job description

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Clinical Support Worker for School Health

Band 4

Main area Clinical Support Worker for Health Grade Band 4 Contract Fixed term: 12 months (Contract end date - 7 September 2027) Hours

• Part time
• Term time hours

37.5 hours per week (TERM TIME ONLY - Monday to Friday 9:00am to 5:00pm) Job ref 824-SOUTH-8076222-A

Site Lavender Steers Mead Children's Centre Town London Salary £33,262 - £36,027 per annum, inclusive of HCAS Salary period Yearly Closing 15/10/2026 23:59

Welcome to Central London Community Healthcare (CLCH)

At CLCH, we proudly serve as a beacon of compassionate community healthcare across 14 vibrant London boroughs — Barnet, Brent, Ealing, Hammersmith & Fulham, Harrow, Hounslow, Kensington and Chelsea, Merton, Richmond, Wandsworth, Westminster, Hillingdon, Sutton, and Kingston — as well as Hertfordshire. We bring care closer to home, embracing the rich diversity of these communities with dedication and heart.

Recognised as a Good provider by the Care Quality Commission and celebrated among the top NHS employers, we are united by a shared passion: empowering our community health professionals to deliver care that truly makes a difference.

We are deeply committed to fostering an environment where every member of our team feels respected, valued, and inspired—a place where fairness, kindness, and inclusion blossom. Our culture is rooted in the principles of the NHS People Plan, Our NHS People Promise, and our own strategic Equality values and objectives, guiding us to create a truly supportive and inclusive workplace.

Together, we build a caring community where the warmth we show one another shines through in every life we touch.

Job overview

Central London Community Health Care Trust (CLCH) has exciting opportunities for passionate and committed Clinical Support Worker to join us in Merton. We are looking for candidates with excellent clinical and communication skills to join our 0-19 teams contributing to the delivery of the Healthy Child Programme. You will help make a tangible difference to people’s lives and enjoy the best that London has to offer on your doorstep.

CLCH welcomes applications from newly qualified and experienced Clinical Support Worker. Some of the benefits of working with CLCH include: outstanding safeguarding support from our safeguarding team and a comprehensive suite of training for staff to support their professional development, and clinical supervision. CLCH also has its own Academy with London South Bank University as an HEI partner. Our annual staff awards celebrate the outstanding contributions made by our staff.

The School Nursing service comprises of a large skill mix team, which is structured to deliver core and targeted health input through the Healthy Child Programme to all school aged children and their families.

Car drivers are desirable but not essential.

This is a FIXED TERM, term-time only role.

We are unfortunately unable to offer sponsorship for this Band 3 role?

Main duties of the job

• Providing clinical support to the school health team, by undertaking duties as delegated by the Team Lead/School Nurse, in support of the delivery of commissioned school health service.
• Contributing and participating in the delivery of the health promotion programme and National childhood Measurement Programme (NCMP) for the school health service in line with the Healthy Child Programme and local service specifications.
• Contributing to the delivery of Working Together to Safeguard Children (2018), including improving health and life chances for children and families and safeguarding those at risk.
• To deliver the role in accordance with CLCH Trust values and behaviours.

We are proud to be one of the largest community healthcare providers in the country, with more than 4,500 colleagues caring for over four million people across London and Hertfordshire. Every day, our teams bring their skill, compassion, and determination to the people who depend on us.

What inspires us is at the heart of who we are: when we work together, we can help people move forward in ways that truly matter. Our teams support children as they take their first steps in life, and they stand beside adults as they rebuild strength, confidence, and independence. From newborn health visiting to community nursing, stroke rehabilitation, and palliative care, we are there for people through some of life’s most important moments.

Joining Central London Community Healthcare means becoming part of a community that lifts each other up. It means working in an organisation that values compassion, welcomes new ideas, and believes in the potential of every colleague. Your development matters here. Your wellbeing matters. Your voice helps shape the future of the care we provide.

We offer a competitive employment package because the work you do matters. At Central London Community Healthcare, you will join an inclusive organisation that invests in its people, supports development, and helps you thrive while delivering high-quality care.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Applicants are expected to present clear and relevant evidence of the competencies and responsibilities detailed in the attached Job Description and Person Specification, together with a demonstrated commitment to the Trust’s values of Accountability, Inclusion, Compassion, and Empowerment.

**Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for full roles and responsibilities.**

Person specification

Qualifications

• N.N.E.B./ BTEC Diploma in Child Care or NVQ in Child Care level 3 or equivalent
• Educated to Diploma level in a health-related subject.

Experience

• Experience of working with children and families in a formal health, educational or social care setting
• Evidence of ongoing training in Early Years
• Experience of working as a team member and on own
• Experience of leading group work
• Experience of working in the NHS

Skills

• Basic skills in numeracy and literacy.
• IT skills including Word, Excel.
• Ability to assess a situation, identifying any risk or potential problem and act appropriately.
• Knowledge of safeguarding children
• Knowledge of normal child development, parenting skills and the importance of play.
• Able to work under pressure and to deadlines.
• Able to make and record observations of children’s
• Behaviour and development
• Ability to demonstrate good communication and interpersonal skills
• Willingness to learn new skills and put them into practice
• Enthusiastic proactive and motivated, uses own initiative
• Maintains high level of confidentiality
• Basic understanding of community health care services
• Teaching skills (children, parents)

Key Attributes

• Must be able to travel across Borough using any method of transport.
• Must be able to negotiate stairs and carry equipment required for the role.

We review all applications carefully to ensure fairness and verify references. At interview, you will be asked about your experience, so be honest and ensure all information is accurate. The use of AI during interviews is not permitted.

If you use AI or other tools to support your application, it must reflect your own skills, knowledge, and experience. Supporting information should be in your own words and include your personal insights. AI can assist with drafting but may produce generic or inaccurate content. Applications that rely heavily on AI may lack authenticity and reduce your chances of success.

CLCH Trust does not recommend relying solely on AI when completing your application.

CLCH Commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

CLCH is proud to be a Disability Confident Committed employer. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce is essential for providing exceptional patient care. We are dedicated to attracting and retaining talent from all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, the LGBTQ+ community, and people with disabilities.

As a Disability Confident employer, we pledge to:

• Guarantee an interview to all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for a role.
• Provide reasonable adjustments to support diverse needs throughout the recruitment and employment process.
• Challenge misconceptions about disability and foster an inclusive culture for everyone.

We are committed to building a workplace where all staff feel valued and have the opportunity to thrive. Simply let us know how we can support you.

Learn more about our equal opportunities policy on our website: Equal opportunities: Central London Community Healthcare NHS Trust clch.nhs.uk

Employer certification / accreditation badges

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Application numbers

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