Clinical Support Worker Apprentice

South Warwickshire NHS Foundation Trust (SWFT) is looking to recruit enthusiastic and self-motivated apprentices within our clinical areas. Many qualified nurses started out gaining invaluable experience as CSW’s and now we can offer you the chance to do so too in our outstanding organisation!

The candidate is desirable to have at least 4 GCSE’s (grade A-D or 3-9) or equivalent (including Maths and English Language) and be willing to satisfactorily complete the formal training elements of the programme.

The post holder will receive a full and comprehensive induction program to prepare for their clinical work. Support and training will be provided to enable the post holder to develop their skills in the area. This will be through regular supervision and will attend study sessions and meet with an assessor from the apprenticeship provider to gain an apprenticeship qualification as a Level 2 Healthcare Support Worker.

The post is an 18 month fixed term contract on 37.5 hours per week with time for formal study towards the apprenticeship framework and the candidate will be entitled to 27 days annual leave plus 8 statutory holidays. The individual will be supported to achieve their Care Certificate award.

This is a fantastic opportunity for any individuals with no experience in healthcare to develop knowledge and skills on the path to a nursing career. Here at SWFT we have progressed many of our CSW’s into the Nursing Associate course which can then provide the pathway into Nursing. You can earn while you learn and gain excellent experience in our clinical wards and departments.

On completion of your apprenticeship you will receive the Level 2 Apprenticeship in Adult Healthcare Support worker and Level 1 or 2 Functional Skills English, Maths (if applicable)

• To accurately and promptly carry out the instructions of the registered professional who is professionally accountable for the delivery of care.
• To carry out duties as specified within the Trust’s approved core task list for Clinical Support Workers/Health Care Assistants.
• To report to the registered professional any patient who gives cause for concern or any observed changes in the client or patient’s condition.
• Provide and deliver a high standard of individualised care under the direction and supervision of the registered professional.
• To report all care that has been given to patients within the team to a registered Professional
• To accurately document all care delivered to patients, countersigned by a registered professional, maintaining confidentiality at all times.
• To assist in the preparation of patients for treatment, investigations or procedures as directed by the registered professional.
• To keep the clinical area clean and tidy, maintaining a safe environment.
• To adhere to Trust infection control procedures, demonstrating an understanding of cross infection.
• To chaperone or escort patients as needed under the direction of the registered professional.
• To support relatives demonstrating compassion and empathy under the guidance of a registered professional.
• To assist with the discharge process for patients as directed by the registered professional.
• Helping to attend to patients hygiene needs
• Performing and recording basic observations of patients including temperature, pulse, blood pressure, height and weight recordings
• Assisting with patient drinks and meals
• Toileting patients
• Handling and moving patients
• Escorting patients to other areas.
• Emptying and safe disposal of linen and ‘sharps’ items
• Undertaking reception duties.
• Preparing notes
• Filing in patient’s notes.
• Maintaining up to date information on the computer system.
• Requesting and obtaining patient records and x-rays.
• Making outpatient appointments.
• Provide clerical support for the team