Job Description

We are looking to recruit a Clinical Support Assistant within the Children's Learning Disability and Behaviour Support Service across North Cumbria.
We are looking for a highly motivated, inspirational candidate who is committed to delivering a high-quality service. They will have skills and knowledge in working with children with a learning disability, Positive Behaviour Support, Autism, anxiety and mental health difficulties. They will have excellent communication skills and good interpersonal skills as the service works collaboratively with other health partners and the third sector to deliver the care to our families. They will be able to demonstrate their personal alignment with the Trust Values.
If you are passionate about improving the lives of children with a learning disability and /or autism, and their families we look forward to hearing from you.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will support children with a learning disability and or Autism and their families across the Early intervention, learning disability and Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) pathways. The facilitation of parent workshops is an integral part of service delivery along with the framework of Positive Behaviour Support, which will be applied by the post holder to support children and their families to increase quality of life outcomes and reduce behaviours which may challenge.
The post holder will be working under the direct supervision of the team within the Community Setting.
About us
We aim to attract and retain a diverse, talented and committed workforce, who are caring and compassionate, and therefore able to meet thedemands of a modern NHS, now and in the future. In return we can offer a dynamic working environment in which to build a career.
Details
Date posted
23 September 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
24,937 to 26,598 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
263-CCG25-333-HN
Job locations
Fairfield Centre
Cumwhinton Road
Carlisle
CA1 3SX
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please find attached job description for full details.
Advertising date : 23rd September 2025
Closing date : 7th October 2025
We welcome your application. Job description
Job responsibilities
Please find attached job description for full details.
Advertising date : 23rd September 2025
Closing date : 7th October 2025
We welcome your application.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• GSCE maths and English at C or above/ equivalent adult learning qualification
• Level 3 qualification (e.g. A-level, NVQ3) in Care or Level 2 qualification (e.g. GCSE, NVQ2) in care and will be expected to undertake the relevant level 3 qualification on appointment to post

Desirable

• Further qualification in Learning Disabilities/Positive Behaviour Support/Mental Health/Child Development

Knowledge and Experience
Essential

• Experience of working with service users with complex health needs within a community setting
• Experience of working with Children in Mental Health/Learning Disabilities health setting
• Evidence of time management and autonomous working

Skills
Essential

• Good interpersonal and communication
• Time Management

Desirable

• Be willing to complete further appropriate training

Role Specific Requirements
Essential

• Excellent organisational and time management skills including ability to manage conflicting demands and work under pressure
• Ability to foster good working relationships
• Evidence of working within a team environment
• Evidence of MDT working

Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• GSCE maths and English at C or above/ equivalent adult learning qualification
• Level 3 qualification (e.g. A-level, NVQ3) in Care or Level 2 qualification (e.g. GCSE, NVQ2) in care and will be expected to undertake the relevant level 3 qualification on appointment to post

Desirable

• Further qualification in Learning Disabilities/Positive Behaviour Support/Mental Health/Child Development

Knowledge and Experience
Essential

• Experience of working with service users with complex health needs within a community setting
• Experience of working with Children in Mental Health/Learning Disabilities health setting
• Evidence of time management and autonomous working

Skills
Essential

• Good interpersonal and communication
• Time Management

Desirable

• Be willing to complete further appropriate training

Role Specific Requirements
Essential

• Excellent organisational and time management skills including ability to manage conflicting demands and work under pressure
• Ability to foster good working relationships
• Evidence of working within a team environment
• Evidence of MDT working

Skills Required