KM256287 - Clinical Support Worker

NHS Scotland; Greater London; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

NHS Scotland is seeking compassionate Clinical Support Workers to join a friendly, supportive team caring for patients with dementia. The roles emphasise person-centred care and teamwork with families and the wider MDT to deliver high-quality outcomes.

There will be multiple positions: two 36-hour contracts and one 21.24-hour contract, with shifts including days, nights and weekends. Interviews are scheduled for 12 October 2026; early close possible due to volume of applications.

Qualifications

• Experience in healthcare or dementia care is advantageous but not required.
• Interest in delivering person-centred care and working with patients, families and multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Care for patients living with moderate to advanced dementia.
• Work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team to achieve the best outcomes.
• Deliver person-centred care and support patients and families.
• Cover a 12 hour shift pattern including day, night and weekends.

Job description

We are looking for a compassionate and motivated Clinical Support Worker to join our friendly and supportive team, caring for patients living with moderate to advanced dementia. This rewarding role is ideal for individuals who have a genuine interest in delivering person-centred care and who value working collaboratively with patients, families, and the wider multidisciplinary team to achieve the best outcomes. Previous experience in a healthcare or dementia care setting would be advantageous; however, we welcome applications from caring, enthusiastic individuals who share our commitment to high-quality care. Successful candidates will receive a comprehensive induction and ongoing support from experienced colleagues, helping them develop the skills, knowledge, and confidence needed to thrive within our team.

Please note, there will be more than one position, two 36 hour contract and one 21.24 hour contract.

Post holder(s) will be expected to work on a 12 hour shift pattern, including day shift, night shift and weekends.

Interviews will take place on 12 October 2026.

Please note this post may close early due to volume of applicants.

For more information please contact Natalie Fox, Senior Charge Nurse on 01224 557431/557685 [e-mail]

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

Additional Information For Candidates

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NHS Grampian forms one of the fourteen regional health boards of NHS Scotland and is responsible for providing health and social care services to a population of over 500,000 people living in Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire and Moray.

As a board we strive to ensure the environment is conducive to nurturing a positive culture, supported and delivered through our NHS and Social Care values.