Clinical Support Worker - Ward 7

NHS; Dalton-in-Furness; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Dalton-in-Furness is seeking a dedicated individual to join the team on Ward 6, a busy medical ward. Responsibilities include supporting patient care and maintaining hygiene standards. Ideal candidates have experience in care settings and possess the NHS care certificate or equivalent. This is a full-time, permanent position offering a salary of £24,937 to £26,598 annually.

Responsibilities

• Support the patient with personal care, nutrition, and fluid management.
• Report to and support the registered nurse.
• Ensure the environment is kept clean and tidy.
• Follow the infection prevention guidance.

Skills

Worked in a care setting

Experience with manual handling of patients

Knowledge of personal care and related procedures

Ability to maintain accurate patient records

Ability to work on own initiative

Communicate effectively

Education

Completion of NHS care certificate or equivalent to level 3

Job description

We would welcome applicants who are keen to make a difference and join the dedicated team on Ward 6. Ward6 is a 35‑bedded, busy medical ward with specialities in stroke and frail elderly care. The ward also incorporates the 5‑bedded Acute Stroke Unit.

Our team prides themselves on exceeding the expectations of our patients and their families and you can be assured of our commitment to your personal and professional development. Anyone newly appointed to the trust will be subject to the completion of a satisfactory 6‑month probationary period (this includes bank staff). This will give the new staff member an opportunity to become familiar with the role and working environment.

Main duties of the job

• Support the patient with personal care, nutrition and fluid management.
• Report to and support the registered nurse.
• Ensure the environment is kept clean and tidy.
• Follow the infection prevention guidance.

About Us

We operate from three main hospitals – Furness General Hospital (FGH) in Barrow, the Royal Lancaster Infirmary (RLI), and Westmorland General Hospital (WGH) in Kendal – as well as a number of community healthcare premises including Millom Hospital and GP Practice, Queen Victoria Hospital in Morecambe, and Ulverston Community Health Centre.

FGH and the RLI have a range of General Hospital services, with full Emergency Departments, Critical/Coronary Care units and various consultant‑led services. WGH provides a range of General Hospital services together with an Urgent Treatment Centre that can help with a range of non‑life‑threatening conditions such as broken bones and minor illnesses. All three main hospitals provide a range of planned care including outpatients, diagnostics, therapies, day case and inpatient surgery. In addition, a range of local outreach services and diagnostics are provided from community facilities across Morecambe Bay.

Our community services for adults are provided in people’s homes, community centres, clinics, GP practices, community hospitals and our main hospitals. Our aim is to work with people to help them remain independent, improve their health and manage their conditions through high‑quality care, advice and support.

Job details

• Date posted: 03 November 2025
• Pay scheme: Agenda for change
• Band: Band 3
• Salary: £24,937 to £26,598 a year per annum, pro rata
• Contract: Permanent
• Working pattern: Full‑time
• Reference number: 331‑B17820625
• Job locations: Furness General Hospital, Dalton Lane, Barrow in Furness, LA14 4LF

Job responsibilities

To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay visiting our website https://www.uhmb.nhs.uk/.

Person specification

Essential

• Worked in a care setting
• Experience with manual handling of patients
• Completion of NHS care certificate or equivalent relevant experience to level 3
• Knowledge of personal care and related procedures
• Ability to maintain accurate patient records
• Ability to work on own initiative with limited supervision, as well as part of a team
• Communicate effectively and report changes in patients’ conditions

Desirable

• Worked in a hospital environment
• IT qualification
• Ability to deliver a range of clinical care duties: clinical observations, blood glucose monitoring, ECGs, simple wound dressings

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.

Employer details

University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Trust

Address: Furness General Hospital, Dalton Lane, Barrow in Furness, LA14 4LF

Website: https://www.uhmb.nhs.uk/