Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Clinical Support Worker (Haemodialysis, Barnsley Satellite Unit)

The closing date is 17 November 2026

Job summary
***THIS VACANCY MAY BE CLOSED EARLY DUE TO THE HIGH VOLUME OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED***

The Vacancy is based at Barnsley District General Hospital NOT the Northern General.

To act in a supportive role to the nursing team to assist in the delivery of quality care to the patient in the renal haemodialysis care setting.

To maintain good relationships with patients, colleagues and visitors.

To provide the highest standard of nursing care to all patients undergoing haemodialysis and thus contribute to the overall efficiency and development of the renal service.

Main duties of the job
As a Clinical Support Worker level 2 you will provide vital assistance to patients and support them with their physical and emotional care needs.

You will also be responsible for assisting healthcare professionals in the diagnosis, treatment, and care of patients.

This is a responsible and rewarding role which has a direct impact on patients' lives. The accompanying job description and person specification details the main duties, responsibilities and individual requirements for the role and we strongly encourage you to read these documents before applying and ensure you have a clear understanding of the role and meet the post requirements.

About us
You will be working for an organisation which values and respects all of its staff and the community it serves. The Trust is a leader in the NHS and research sectors and provides excellent benefits for its staff. This includes commitments to professional development but also many policies to support employees in balancing their personal and professional lives.

Sheffield Teaching Hospitals upholds the PROUD values to both the patients/carers that we care for and the staff that are employed.

Details
Date posted: 06 November 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 2
Salary: £25,272 a year pa/pro rata for part time staff
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Part-time
Reference number: 190-3271-CSW
Job locations: Barnsley District General, Gawber Road, Barnsley, S75 2EP, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities
Please view the attached Job Description and Person Specification documents for full details regarding this post.
When completing your application please ensure that you clearly demonstrate how you meet the role criteria.

Person Specification
Values and Behaviours (PROUD)
Essential

• Patients first - Committed to providing the highest levels of patient / client care.
• Patients first - Understands the importance of reporting concerns relating to patient care
• Respectful - Shows respect, courtesy, and professionalism in all contacts.
• Respectful - Demonstrates behaviours which are caring and compassionate.
• Ownership - Have a "Can Do" attitude.
• Ownership - On-going commitment to personal development and improvement
• Ownership - Aware of their limitations / professional boundaries and knows when to seek advice and support from more senior colleagues.
• Unity - Ability to work as part of a team and independently with minimal supervision
• Delivery - Methodical and accurate with attention to detail
• Delivery - Ability to work under pressure.
• Delivery - Have a flexible approach to working hours to meet the needs of the service

Experience
Desirable

• Experience of working in a caring environment or Experience as a carer
• Experience of multi-professional and team working

Education and Qualifications
Essential

• Commitment to, and successful completion of, the STH 5-day Healthcare Support Worker programme on commencing employment [undertaken on a full-time basis after appointment, upon induction] OR Previous completion of the programme within the 12 months prior to employment.
• Care Certificate from an approved awarder, or commitment to successful completion the Care Certificate within 12 weeks from start of employment
• GCSE English and Maths at grade D/4 or above (or relevant equivalent qualification or level of ability which would include Functional Skills Level 1)

Desirable

• Level 2 Apprenticeship (or equivalent) in Health Care / health related subject or equivalent experience

Skills and Knowledge
Essential

• Demonstrates insight / understanding into the role applied for in delivering care to meet patient needs
• Understands the importance of confidentiality and demonstrates a knowledge of how it can be maintained
• Ability to communicate effectively with both patients and colleagues, including the ability to discuss sensitive issues, demonstrating tact and empathy
• Able to follow verbal and written instructions in order to complete assigned tasks.
• Ability to problem solve, using initiative and own judgement to resolve routine issues

Desirable

• IT literate and comfortable / confident with the use of computer systems

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants.

Employer details
Employer name: Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address: Barnsley District General, Gawber Road, Barnsley, S75 2EP, United Kingdom
Employer's website: https://www.sth.nhs.uk

Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact: Renal Matron, Kate Anderson, katie.anderson15@nhs.net, 01143055084

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