Clinical Support Worker (Haemodialysis, Barnsley Satellite Unit)

Sheffield Teaching Hospitals; Barnsley; Hybrid; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

NHS Pension

Annual leave entitlement

Job summary

The Clinical Support Worker role in the Renal Haemodialysis service at Barnsley District General Hospital supports the nursing team to deliver high-quality patient care in a busy dialysis unit. You will work on a 25-hour per week pattern, with no night shifts, helping patients physically and emotionally and maintaining strong professional relationships.

This part-time post offers the NHS benefits, flexible working opportunities, and a pro rata salary.

Qualifications

• Experience in a caring environment and patient-facing roles.
• Confidentiality and professional boundaries must be understood.
• Ability to follow instructions and work with a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide supportive care to patients in renal haemodialysis and assist the nursing team.
• Maintain good relationships with patients, colleagues and visitors.
• Contribute to delivery of high-quality care in a busy dialysis unit.

Skills

Caring environment

Team working

Confidentiality

Effective communication

IT literacy

Education

Care Certificate

GCSE English & Maths

Level 2 Apprenticeship

Job description

Clinical Support Worker (Haemodialysis, Barnsley Satellite Unit)

NHS AfC: Band 2

Main area Renal Haemodialysis - Barnsley Satellite Unit Grade NHS AfC: Band 2 Contract Permanent Hours Part time - 25 hours per week (Monday to Saturday, no night shifts, Shift pattern can be discussed at interview.) Job ref 190-3271-CSW

Site Barnsley District General Town Barnsley Salary £25,272 pa/pro rata for part time staff Salary period Yearly Closing 17/11/2026 23:59 Interview date 01/12/2026

We are committed to helping our staff balance their work and home lives and ensure they feel supported, valued and appreciated so whilst you care for our patients and clients, we’ll take care of you. We offer many different ways of helping staff including career development opportunities, flexible working, good annual leave and pension schemes , health and wellbeing packages and financial support systems. Joining the Trust also allows you access to a number of saving options via our salary sacrifice schemes and a wide range of discount opportunities with retailers and service providers.

Job overview

***THIS VACANCY MAY BE CLOSED EARLY DUE TO THE HIGH VOLUME OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED***

The Vacancy is based at Barnsley District General Hospital NOT the Northern General.

To act in a supportive role to the nursing team to assist in the delivery of quality care to the patient in the renal haemodialysis care setting.

To maintain good relationships with patients, colleagues and visitors.

To provide the highest standard of nursing care to all patients undergoing haemodialysis and thus contribute to the overall efficiency and development of the renal service.

Main duties of the job

As a Clinical Support Worker level 2 you will provide vital assistance to patients and support them with their physical and emotional care needs.

You will also be responsible for assisting healthcare professionals in the diagnosis, treatment, and care of patients.

This is a responsible and rewarding role which has a direct impact on patients’ lives. The accompanying job description and person specification details the main duties, responsibilities and individual requirements for the role and we strongly encourage you to read these documents before applying and ensure you have a clear understanding of the role and meet the post requirements.

Working for our organisation

You will be working for an organisation which values and respects all of its staff and the community it serves. The Trust is a leader in the NHS and research sectors and provides excellent benefits for its staff. This includes commitments to professional development but also many policies to support employees in balancing their personal and professional lives.

Sheffield Teaching Hospitals upholds the PROUD values to both the patients/carers that we care for and the staff that are employed.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please view the attached Job Description and Person Specification documents for full details regarding this post.

When completing your application please ensure that you clearly demonstrate how you meet the role criteria.

Person specification

Experience

• Experience of working in a caring environment or Experience as a carer
• Experience of multi-professional and team working

Education and Qualifications

• Commitment to, and successful completion of, the STH 5-day Healthcare Support Worker programme on commencing employment [undertaken on a full-time basis after appointment, upon induction] OR Previous completion of the programme within the 12 months prior to employment.
• Care Certificate from an approved awarder, or commitment to successful completion the Care Certificate within 12 weeks from start of employment
• GCSE English and Maths at grade D/4 or above (or relevant equivalent qualification or level of ability which would include Functional Skills Level 1)
• Level 2 Apprenticeship (or equivalent) in Health Care / health related subject or equivalent experience

Skills and Knowledge

• Demonstrates insight / understanding into the role applied for in delivering care to meet patient needs
• Understands the importance of confidentiality and demonstrates a knowledge of how it can be maintained
• Ability to communicate effectively with both patients and colleagues, including the ability to discuss sensitive issues, demonstrating tact and empathy
• Able to follow verbal and written instructions in order to complete assigned tasks.
• Ability to problem solve, using initiative and own judgement to resolve routine issues
• IT literate and comfortable / confident with the use of computer systems

Values and Behaviours (PROUD)

• Patients first - Committed to providing the highest levels of patient / client care.
• Patients first - Understands the importance of reporting concerns relating to patient care
• Respectful - Shows respect, courtesy, and professionalism in all contacts.
• Respectful -Demonstrates behaviours which are caring and compassionate.
• Ownership - Have a “Can Do” attitude.
• Ownership - On-going commitment to personal development and improvement
• Ownership - Aware of their limitations / professional boundaries and knows when to seek advice and support from more senior colleagues.
• Unity - Ability to work as part of a team and independently with minimal supervision
• Delivery - Methodical and accurate with attention to detail
• Delivery - Ability to work under pressure.
• Delivery - Have a flexible approach to working hours to meet the needs of the service

Please note that in order to comply with the UK Government’s rules on Skilled Worker sponsorship, any applicants who do not meet the eligibility requirements or concessions on salary thresholds under the Skilled Worker visa will not be eligible to receive sponsorship from the Trust. Please keep this in mind when submitting your application. Further details on these concessions, and who qualifies for them, can be found here .

Candidates are advised to read the attached guidance on using AI technology. W hen you complete your application, you are required to declare that the information in your application form is true and complete. The personal statement is exactly that; personal.

The Trust is committed to its obligations in accordance with the Equality Act 2010, and we positively encourage applications from all sections of the community. Should you require any assistance in applying for the position please contact the General or Medical Human Resources Departments on the number identified on the NHS Jobs page for the organisation.

The Trust is committed to its obligations in accordance with the Equality Act 2010, and we positively encourage applications from all sections of the community. Should you require any assistance in applying for the position please contact the General or Medical Human Resources Departments on the number identified on the NHS Jobs page for the organization.
Job Share applicants are welcome for all full time posts unless indicated but cannot be guaranteed. In addition for Fixed Term Contracts, internal secondments may be considered, please seek the approval of your current line manager before applying for the position.
All employment with the Trust is subject to a number of NHS Employment Checks being met to a satisfactory standard including verification of identity, eligibility to work in the United Kingdom, references and qualifications in addition to professional registration, a disclosure and barring records check and occupational health check if these are deemed to be a requirement for the position to be undertaken.

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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

This vacancy may close early if it receives a high number of applications. Please complete and submit your application in good time to avoid disappointed.