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Clinical Support Worker - Complications of Excess WeightinNottinghaminNottinghamPUBLISHED WED 12 MAR 2025

Band 3: £24,071 to £25,674 a year 0  FIXEDTERM 
FAMILYNHSROLE MODEL

Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trusts

Opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of children and young people facing complications from excess weight.
Work within a collaborative and dynamic multi-professional team, enhancing teamwork and communication skills.
Gain experience in both inpatient and outpatient care, broadening clinical knowledge and practical experience.
Engagement in diverse projects, allowing for personal growth and the chance to contribute to innovative healthcare solutions.
Possibility of professional development through support for education and training of families, reinforcing community health education.
Access to various locations, including Nottingham and surrounding areas, providing a diverse working environment and exposure to different healthcare settings.
Be part of an expanding specialty with opportunities for career advancement and skill development.
Join Our Compassionate Team as a Clinical Support Worker in Nottingham!
Are you a caring individual with a passion for improving the lives of children and young people? Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust is looking for a dedicated Clinical Support Worker to join our Children's Complications of Excess Weight (CEW) service. In this fulfilling role, you'll work alongside a supportive multi-professional team to provide essential care and guidance to our young patients, both in a hospital setting and at outpatient clinics across Nottingham and nearby areas such as Boston, Lincoln, Mansfield, and Derby.
As part of your role, you’ll not only assist with patient care but also engage with families to deliver vital education and support, helping them navigate their health journeys. Your excellent organisational and communication skills will shine as you maintain important databases and assist with various family-oriented courses. This position offers not just a chance to make a meaningful impact in the community but also ample opportunities for personal and professional development within a rapidly expanding specialty. If you're ready to step into a role where your compassion and skills can truly make a difference, we want to hear from you!
Opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of children and young people facing complications from excess weight.
Work within a collaborative and dynamic multi-professional team, enhancing teamwork and communication skills.
Gain experience in both inpatient and outpatient care, broadening clinical knowledge and practical experience.
Engagement in diverse projects, allowing for personal growth and the chance to contribute to innovative healthcare solutions.
Possibility of professional development through support for education and training of families, reinforcing community health education.
Access to various locations, including Nottingham and surrounding areas, providing a diverse working environment and exposure to different healthcare settings.
Be part of an expanding specialty with opportunities for career advancement and skill development.

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Useful skills for a Clinical Support Worker - Complications of Excess Weight:
To work as a Clinical Support Worker (CSW) in the UK, you typically need a combination of personal attributes, practical skills, and knowledge relevant to the role. Here’s a list of key skills and qualities that are often essential:
1. Communication Skills: Effective verbal and written communication is crucial when interacting with patients, families, and healthcare professionals.
2. Empathy and Compassion: Understanding and being sensitive to the needs and feelings of patients is vital in providing support and care.
3. Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with other healthcare staff, including nurses, doctors, and other support workers.
4. Attention to Detail: Being vigilant and accurate in tasks to ensure patient safety and proper care delivery.
5. Basic Clinical Skills: Familiarity with basic clinical procedures, such as taking vital signs, assisting with mobility, or basic patient hygiene.
6. Emotional Resilience: Being able to cope with the emotional demands of the job, especially in challenging or distressing situations.
7. Organizational Skills: Ability to prioritize tasks, manage time effectively, and keep organized records.
8. Adaptability: Flexibility to respond to varying patient needs and changing healthcare environments.
9. Basic IT Skills: Competence in using hospital systems, care management software, and other technology as necessary.
10. Health and Safety Awareness: Knowledge of basic health and safety protocols to ensure a safe working environment for both patients and staff.
11. Understanding of Patient Confidentiality: Awareness of data protection and confidentiality laws (e.g., GDPR) related to patient information.
12. Cultural Competence: Being respectful and understanding of diverse cultures and backgrounds of patients.
 


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