Clinical Support Worker (Haemodialysis, Barnsley Satellite Unit)

Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust in Barnsley is seeking a Clinical Support Worker (Haemodialysis) to assist nursing staff and support patients undergoing renal dialysis at the Barnsley District General Hospital.

You will work closely with the renal care team, provide compassionate care, maintain patient comfort, and contribute to service delivery within the satellite unit.

Qualifications

• Experience of working in a caring environment or as a carer.
• Experience of multi-professional and team working.
• Completion of the STH Healthcare Support Worker programme on commencing employment.

Responsibilities

• Provide vital patient care and support with physical and emotional needs.
• Assist healthcare professionals in diagnosis, treatment and care.

Skills

Confidentiality

Effective communication

Empathy

Following instructions

Problem solving

IT literacy

Education

STH Healthcare Support Worker programme

Care Certificate

GCSE English and Maths (Grade D/4 or above)

Level 2 Apprenticeship in Health Care / health related subject

Job description

Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Clinical Support Worker (Haemodialysis, Barnsley Satellite Unit)

The closing date is 17 November 2026

***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.

About us

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.

Person Specification

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

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

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

£25,272 a yearpa/pro rata for part time staff