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Job summary

Main area
Ophthalmology
Grade
NHS AfC: Band 3
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Part time - 12 hours per week (At The Dudley Group, we understand the benefits of offering a range of flexible working options from day one of employment to support both employees and the Trust. Offering flexible working opportunities is one of the ways that the Trust aims to attract and retain a diverse workforce. Further information on the options available can be found via the link in the job advert)
Job ref
253-1124-6773360
Employer
The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust
Employer type
NHS
Site
Russells Hall Hospital
Town
Dudley
Salary
£24,071 - £25,674 per annum pro rota - Salary is dependant on experience
Salary period
Yearly
Closing
05/12/2024 23:59

Employer heading

The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust logo

Higher Clinical Support Worker Ophthalmology

NHS AfC: Band 3

Job overview

Do you have the passion, enthusiasm and knowledge to provide excellent care to ophthalmology patients?   

We need a CSW  that is skilled to band 3 level, who thrives on working in a very busy and challenging area, who is passionate about the contribution they make to safe compassionate patient care, their working environment and their colleagues.  This role will enable the successful employee to work alongside the nursing team, enabling delivery of safe efficient care. 

The Ophthalmology Department desires to encourage and support staff to be the best they can be; we offer excellent staff development, opportunity for career progression, brilliant team working environments and opportunity to be part of Quality Improvement initiatives.  

This is a possible training opportunity as successful candidate will be required to complete level 3 qualification within 12-18 months. Post will be banded at Band 2 until completion of NVQ and competencies rising to Band 3 Higher Clinical Support Worker. 

 

Main duties of the job

The Clinical Support Worker will work together with the members of the nursing team to provide a high standard of care to patients. He / she will be competent to undertake and record designated observations and clinical procedures, teach aspects of patient education, support the registered nurse in admission and discharge of patients, input data into the IT system and ensure equipment is available and ready for use by the nursing team. 

The post holder will be assessed on appointment on their level of competence and required as part of the Trusts training and development programme for clinical support workers to undertake a structured pathway of development to include basic skills and in house development programme. 

Working for our organisation

At the Dudley Group our patients and staff are at the heart of all that we do and that is to provide a world class service that aligns with our vision of “excellent health care, improved health for all”.  We are seeking to recruit staff who share our vision and values of making Dudley Group an incredible workplace.

 As part of the NHS People Promise, your wellbeing is our priority, and we are committed to ensuring our employees achieve a healthy work-life balance supported by our flexible working options and by making reasonable adjustments where possible.  We believe no-one should have to sacrifice family, friends, or their personal interests for work.  We are a modern employer able to attract and retain high quality staff through our commitment to the NHS People Promise.

 As an employer, we foster an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, supported, and empowered to contribute their best. We want to ensure that our workforce is representative of the population we serve. More information - inclusive practice people promise.

 Dudley Group offer many opportunities for our staff to develop and grow within their roles through our Learning & OD Team. These include topics such as communication, wellbeing, team development, cultural competency, and values. 

 Please click below to view our EDI page: Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion - The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust (dgft.nhs.uk)

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please refer to the attached job description for full details of the main duties and responsibilities that the post holder is required to undertake.

Person specification

Qualifications and Education

Essential criteria
  • Maths and English in one of the following: O Level grade A to C or CSE grade 1 or GCSE grade A to C or GCSE grade 9 to 4 or Functional skills level 2
  • NVQ Level 2 in Health Care
Desirable criteria
  • NVQ 3 Level 3 in Health Care

Experience

Essential criteria
  • Relevant recent Clinical Support Worker experience in an acute hospital setting

Communication and Relationship Skills

Essential criteria
  • Effective communication skills, oral and written
  • Demonstrates a caring attitude to patient care

Employer certification / accreditation badges

Apprenticeships logoNo smoking policyPositive about disabled peopleAge positiveDisability confident leaderInvestors in People: GoldImproving working livesMindful employer.  Being positive about mental health.ENEI Gold '22Care Leaver CovenantNHS Pastoral CareArmed Forces Covenant Bronze Award

Applicant requirements

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.

Documents to download

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Further details / informal visits contact

Name
Sarah Ellett-Homer
Job title
Lead Nurse
Email address
[email protected]
Telephone number
01384 456111
Additional information

Telephone Extension -  3638