Clinical Support Worker - ED | Wirral University Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust


Company:	Wirral University Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Salary:	£25,760 - £27,476 per annum pro rota
Hours:	Part-time
Location:	Upton, CH49 5PE
Job type:	Apprenticeship
Posting date:	23 Sept 2026
Closing date:	23 Oct 2026

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Summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Emergency Department at Wirral University Teaching Hospital as an Clinical Support Worker - Emergency Department.

We are looking for enthusiastic and experienced Healthcare Workers who are passionate about delivering high-quality patient care in a fast-paced and ever-evolving emergency setting. This is a rewarding role for individuals who thrive under pressure and are committed to making a real difference to patient outcomes.

To be considered, applicants should hold a Level 3 qualification in Health & Social Care (such as A-Levels or NVQ Level 3), or have an equivalent level of education with a willingness to undertake the relevant Level 3 qualification upon appointment. Alternatively, candidates with a minimum of 12 months’ experience as a Healthcare Assistant, supported by relevant knowledge gained through practical experience, on-the-job training, and short courses, are also encouraged to apply.

Applicants will be invited to attend a recruitment event at Arrowe Park Hospital on8th May 2026, where interviews will take place on the day.

Please ensure you are free on this date to attend.

Provide high quality basic nursing care as directed by care plans, registered nurse/nursing associates senior staff including:

- Assistance with personal hygiene

- Assistant with toileting

- Assistance with dressing/undressing

- Ensure all patients nutritional status is maintained

Perform a range of clinical tasks or procedures which may include; (examples listed below are not exhaustive)

- ECG acquisition

- Peripheral IV access

- Venepuncture

- Basic & advanced casting

- Pressure area risk assessment

- Urinalysis

- Pregnancy testing

- Capillary blood glucose monitoring

- Formed stoma care

- Wound care management of simple wounds/basic dressings

- Perform observations using an automated device

- Removal of staples

All new colleagues can expect to receive a warm and friendly Wirral welcome from the very first time they make contact with us. We are described as “competent and caring staff” by our patients.

Wirral University Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is situated on The Wirral peninsula which has a stunning coastline and beautiful countryside surroundings, with great activities for its residents.

We are one of the largest and busiest acute Trusts in the North West of England, comprising of the Wirral’s only Emergency Department. We provide a high quality range of acute care services and employ over 6,000 staff, who serve a population of approximately 400,000 people across Wirral, Ellesmere Port, Neston, North Wales and the wider North West footprint.

We have approximately 855 beds trust-wide and our financial turnover is in excess of £337m.

The Wirral is easily accessible with excellent transport links including motorway, train, bus or ferry and within easy reach to the major cities of Liverpool, Chester and Manchester as well as neighbouring North Wales.

Please see attached Job Description for further information about the Senior Clinical Support Worker position available at WUTH.

This advert closes on Wednesday 7 Oct 2026

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