Apply Now For Clinical Support Worker – Bladder & Bowel Specialist Service (Sponsorship Available)

Location: Heathcote House, Leamington Spa, CV34 6SR

Contract Type: Permanent, Full-time

Salary: £24,937 – £26,598 per year (Agenda for Change, Band 3)

Employer: South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust

About the Role

South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a dedicated Clinical Support Worker to join the Bladder & Bowel Specialist Service. This role offers the chance to make a direct impact on patient dignity and independence by delivering personalised continence care in homes, residential settings, and clinic environments.

You will work as part of a highly experienced team, supporting registered nurses in providing safe, compassionate and effective care. With a strong focus on patient wellbeing and quality of life, this role combines hands-on support with health promotion and education for patients and carers.

Key Responsibilities

• Undertake patient reassessments in home and care settings.
• Support continence care including bladder scanning, pelvic floor advice, and product use.
• Promote health education to patients and carers to help prevent unnecessary admissions.
• Maintain accurate documentation, always ensuring patient confidentiality.
• Assist with discharge planning and care coordination with the multi-disciplinary team.
• Support infection prevention measures and maintain safe, clean clinical environments.
• Provide empathetic support to relatives and carers, ensuring dignity is respected at all times.

Requirements

• GCSEs in English and Maths (Grade A–C) or equivalent.
• NVQ Level 3 (or Diploma/equivalent) in Health and Social Care.
• Experience delivering care in a healthcare or people-centred environment.
• Good interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work flexibly across a 24-hour period when required.
• A valid driving licence and access to a car (essential for community visits).

Desirable Skills

• Experience with continence care or bladder and bowel management.
• Evidence of competence in specialist care tasks.

Benefits

• Competitive NHS pension scheme.
• Generous annual leave entitlement.
• Ongoing learning and career development opportunities.
• Visa sponsorship available for eligible candidates.
• Join a CQC-rated Outstanding Trust with strong staff satisfaction results.

About South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust

Rated as Outstanding by the CQC, South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust provides hospital and community services across Warwick, Stratford-upon-Avon, Leamington Spa and surrounding areas. The Trust is known for its supportive work culture, focus on inclusivity, and ambition to deliver innovative, high-quality healthcare. Staff surveys consistently place the Trust among the best NHS employers in the country.

Additional Information

DBS Check: This role requires a Disclosure and Barring Service check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975.

Certificate of Sponsorship: Applications from international candidates requiring Skilled Worker visa sponsorship are welcome and will be considered.

Employer Details

Address: Heathcote House, Heathcote Lane, Leamington Spa, CV34 6SR

Contact: Jo Chapman, Clinical Lead – jo.chapman@swft.nhs.uk, 07748017933

Website: www.swft.nhs.uk

Reference

Job Reference: 203-CS1008

How to Apply

If you are passionate about making a meaningful difference in continence care and want to join an inclusive, patient-centred Trust, we encourage you to submit your application today.