Job Description

University Hospitals of North Midlands is currently unable to provide sponsorship this role. This is in accordance with UKVI guidelines and legislation, as these roles do not meet the skill nor salary threshold for sponsorship. If you hold a graduate visa, you are welcome to apply for this role however it is important to note that UHNM will be unable to offer sponsorship at the end of your graduate visa, you must also have at least six months until your graduate visa expires at the start of your employment for training and operational reasons.
Interviews
If you are shortlisted for an interview for this role, you must bring evidence of the following qualifications:

• GCSE Maths and English at grade C/4 or Level 2 Functional Skills for Maths and English.

If you hold overseas GCSE equivalent qualifications, you will need to bring an ECCTIS comparability statement for you GCSE equivalent qualifications along with your original certificate

• A Full Care Certificate ORNVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care (we can only accept NVQ's from a regulated awarding body).

If you do not bring the above qualifications to your interview, then the interview will not proceed.
Main duties of the job
Provide a high standard of direct care for patients pre and post joint replacement and other orthopaedic procedures workingwith the team to promote early post operative mobilisation as appropriate and support in length of stay and facilitate safe discharge from hospital
To document accurately in line with UHNM Trust policy
To be involved in the induction and mentoring of new staff where applicable. Act as role model to junior members of the team.
TheseSkillshavebeenpre-mappedandapprovedbyUHNMforthisroleandwillbesupportedbycompletionofa robust UHNM competency package that will be accompanied by education packages delivered by both the Care Coach Team and other UHNM educators across the trust who specialise in the training of these specific skills.
Theseskillsinclude:
TakingClinicalObservationsandRecordingonVitals/Paper
Venepuncture
GlucoseMonitoring
PregnancyTesting
UrineAnalysis(Strip)
Taking Faecal Samples
Carry out 12 lead ECG
WoundObservation
SimpleWoundDressing
RemovalofPeripheralCannula
TakeSwabs(e.g.MRSA)
- Observe for post operative confusion
Support and Assist New Staff
About us
University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust is one of the largest and most modern in the country. Based across two sites, Royal Stoke in Stoke-on-Trent and County Hospital in Stafford, we are proud to serve around three million people and we're highly regarded for our facilities, teaching and research. We are the specialist centre for major trauma for the North Midlands and North Wales.
All of our employees make a valuable contribution regardless of role here at UHNM and we are proud of our wide range of development packages aimed at ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to fulfil their true potential.
UHNM create and encourage a culture of inclusion, providing equal opportunities for career development that are fair and transparent. We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer and foster a culture in which all staff feel valued and respected. In return we ask all of our employees to make a commitment to the values, co-created by or staff, patients and carers, and that unite us as a Trust.
At University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust we know that investing in, supporting and developing our staff has a direct impact on the quality of care that we deliver. Our employees are as important as our patients and the population that we serve.
Details
Date posted
19 December 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
24,937 to 26,598 a year per annum, pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
205-7619401
Job locations
The Royal Stoke Hospital
Newcastle Road
Stoke on Trent
ST4 6QG
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Band 3 senior clinical support worker role involves a combination of clinical and non-clinical duties, with an emphasis on working within a multi-disciplinary healthcare team, supporting registered nurses and healthcare professionals. This will include completing clinical and non-clinical tasks under direct and indirect supervision.
As a Senior Clinical Support Worker in the Elective Orthopaedic Ward, you will play an essential role in delivering safe, effective, and person-centred care to patients who have had orthopaedic surgery, for example hip and knee replacements
Your main role and responsibilities will include:
Delivering personal care including washing, dressing, toileting, and assisting with meals in a way that maintains dignity and respects patient preferences
Supporting patients mobility and promoting independence, including the use of appropriate mobility aids
Carrying out clinical observations such as blood pressure, temperature, pulse, respiratory rate, oxygen saturation, and blood glucose (following training and competency) escalating any concerns to the registered nurse
Assisting with admission, discharge, and transfer of patients
Accurately documenting care given and escalating concerns promptly to the registered nurse
Contributing to a clean and safe environment by adhering to infection control policies and maintaining high standards of hygiene
Working collaboratively with all members of the multidisciplinary team
Ensure training is kept up to date and engage in the appraisal processes to support your professional development
Upholding the UHNM Trust value Job description
Job responsibilities
The Band 3 senior clinical support worker role involves a combination of clinical and non-clinical duties, with an emphasis on working within a multi-disciplinary healthcare team, supporting registered nurses and healthcare professionals. This will include completing clinical and non-clinical tasks under direct and indirect supervision.
As a Senior Clinical Support Worker in the Elective Orthopaedic Ward, you will play an essential role in delivering safe, effective, and person-centred care to patients who have had orthopaedic surgery, for example hip and knee replacements
Your main role and responsibilities will include:
Delivering personal care including washing, dressing, toileting, and assisting with meals in a way that maintains dignity and respects patient preferences
Supporting patients mobility and promoting independence, including the use of appropriate mobility aids
Carrying out clinical observations such as blood pressure, temperature, pulse, respiratory rate, oxygen saturation, and blood glucose (following training and competency) escalating any concerns to the registered nurse
Assisting with admission, discharge, and transfer of patients
Accurately documenting care given and escalating concerns promptly to the registered nurse
Contributing to a clean and safe environment by adhering to infection control policies and maintaining high standards of hygiene
Working collaboratively with all members of the multidisciplinary team
Ensure training is kept up to date and engage in the appraisal processes to support your professional development
Upholding the UHNM Trust value
Person Specification
Experience
Essential

• 12 months experience in a professional contract as a Healthcare Assistant or equivalent

Qualifications
Essential

• Educated to GSCE level 4/C or Level 2 equivalent, including Maths and English (ECCTIS is required for overseas qualifications)
• Hold a full Care Certificate or NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care (NVQ MUST be from an accredited awarding body).

Person Specification
Experience
Essential

• 12 months experience in a professional contract as a Healthcare Assistant or equivalent

Qualifications
Essential

• Educated to GSCE level 4/C or Level 2 equivalent, including Maths and English (ECCTIS is required for overseas qualifications)
• Hold a full Care Certificate or NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care (NVQ MUST be from an accredited awarding body).

Skills Required