Rehab Clinical Support Worker - Campion Ward and Nicol Unit

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Job summary

A prominent healthcare organization is seeking a Clinical Support Worker for their Campion Ward and Nicol Unit in Stratford-upon-Avon. This role focuses on delivering high-quality personal care and support to patients requiring rehabilitation. Candidates should have GCSE English and Maths, NVQ Level 2 or equivalent, and experience in a healthcare setting. The position offers flexibility in working hours with opportunities for career development within a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

DBS check costs covered

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Experience delivering care in a healthcare environment.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Competence in care skills and related specialized tasks.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality personal care and support to patients.
• Assist nurses and doctors in patient care and treatment preparation.
• Maintain clean clinical areas and follow infection control procedures.

Skills

Compassionate care

Communication skills

Teamwork

Organizing workload

Education

GCSE English and Maths

NVQ/Diploma Level 2

NVQ/Diploma Level 3 or higher

Job description

Main area Elderly Care Grade Band 3 Contract Permanent Hours

• Full time
• Part time

37.5 hours per week (Full & part time vacancies available) Job ref 203-CS1055

Employer South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust Employer type NHS Site Nicol Unit Town Stratford-upon-Avon Salary £24,937 - £26,598 Per annum Salary period Yearly Closing 02/01/2026 23:59

Rehab Clinical Support Worker - Campion Ward and Nicol Unit

Band 3

South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust is one of the top performing organisations within the NHS, rated Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission. Over 6000 staff work across Warwickshire, providing services in hospitals and community teams.

Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Checks

Many roles require a DBS check. If successful, the Trust will cover initial check and subscription to the DBS Update Service, but candidates will be expected to cover associated costs.

Probationary Period

All new staff are subject to a standard 6 month probationary period.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

The Trust is committed to a positive inclusive working environment and encourages all applicants to complete a short survey.

Agile and Flexible Working

Staff may work from home on a regular basis; travel around Warwickshire may be required. Flexible working arrangements can be discussed at interview.

Car Parking

Parking spaces are limited and a waiting list exists for new starters.

Job overview

Must be able to work at both Campion Ward at Leamington Rehab (CV346SR) and Nicol Unit. The role is a caring, compassionate, self‑motivated, honest, trustworthy, reliable and enthusiastic Clinical Rehab Support Worker, working across both units. The wards are GP run, caring for patients requiring sub‑acute admission prevention, rehabilitation or palliative care.

Main duties of the job

The Band 3 Clinical Support Worker undertakes high‑quality, caring personal care and associated duties under the direction of registered staff, as part of the multi‑disciplinary team.

The CSW supports nurses, doctors and other professionals, helps with supervision, prepares patients for treatment, maintains clean clinical areas, follows infection control, chaperones, assists families, and supports discharge processes.

Working for our organisation

Join a Trust rated Outstanding and help improve further. Trust values: Trusted to provide inclusive, safe, effective and compassionate care. We value diversity, equality and inclusion.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Professional Values

• Act professionally and maintain Trust standards.
• Uphold Trust values.
• Maintain confidential records.
• Maintain high morale and a positive environment.
• Report accidents and incidents.
• Take reasonable care of health and safety.
• Adhere to dress code policy.
• Assist other wards as required.
• Follow IT policies.
• Ensure safeguarding of children and adults.

Clinical Practice

• Carry out instructions of the registered professional.
• Assist in supervision of staff.
• Carry out core task list duties without direct supervision.
• Report concerning patients to registered professional.
• Deliver high‑standard individualized care.
• Document all care accurately.
• Prepare patients for treatment.
• Keep clinical area clean.
• Adhere to infection control procedures.
• Chaperone or escort patients.
• Support relatives.
• Assist with discharge.

Communications and Interpersonal Relationships

• Welcome patients, relatives and visitors.
• Introduce yourself with privacy and dignity.
• Answer telephone politely.
• Communicate effectively within the team.
• Contribute to reporting and handover.
• Report incidents and accidents.
• Use Trust information system.

Team Working

• Safeguard patients’ property.
• Maintain a welcoming environment.
• Share responsibility for equipment.
• Dispose of waste properly.
• Participate in audits.
• Check beds and storage areas.
• Ensure deliveries stored correctly.
• Support housekeeping duties.

Education, Training and Personal Development

• Attend mandatory training sessions.
• Complete the Clinical Support Worker/Healthcare Assistant induction.
• Participate in appraisals and reviews.
• Undertake training for development.
• Continue personal development in identified objectives.
• Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge.

Person specification

Qualifications

• GCSE level A–C English and Maths or equivalent.
• Minimum NVQ/Diploma Level 2, willing to work to Level 3 or equivalent higher apprenticeship.
• NVQ/Diploma level 3 or equivalent higher apprenticeship.

Experience

• Experience delivering care in a healthcare or people‑centred environment.
• Experience working as part of a team.

Skills

• Evidence of competence in care skills.
• Good written, verbal and non‑verbal communication skills.
• Ability to present information accurately, clearly and logically.
• Organise and prioritise workload.
• Write accurate and legible patient notes.
• Evidence of competence in relevant specialist skills/tasks.

Personal Qualities

• Works well as part of a team.
• Compassionate and caring nature.
• Reliable.

Other

• Work flexibly over a 24 hour period.
• Carry out moderate to intense physical effort and concurrent activities.
• Work in an emotionally demanding environment with appropriate support.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Applications may be closed early if many are received; submit early to avoid missing out. The Trust uses TRAC for recruitment communications; check your TRAC account and emails regularly. Shortlist is within 2 days of closing.

South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust is an equal opportunities employer committed to Equality and Diversity, does not tolerate discrimination or harassment under the Equality Act 2010. All sites are smoke free.

Trust is part of a Foundation Group with regional trusts, sharing learning and maximizing opportunities for delivery of high quality health and care services.

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