Job summary
*Internal OnlyA fantastic opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic team player to join our safeguarding unit as a Support Worker working with children and their families whilst they are undergoing child protection medical assessments and forensic examinations.
This is a 6 month secondment opportunity with the potential for the hours to be extended (or become permanent). Full training and support will be given.
There is an out of hours/on call expectation to cover the forensic SARC on call rota (7 days a week 52 weeks a year) as part of the team of health care support workers/crisis workers.
Main duties of the job
Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, the Clinical Support Worker will be responsible and accountable for delivering high quality care to children and young people (and their families) aged 0 - 15 years (and on occasion up to 18 years for those who may be vulnerable with additional needs) where there may be child protection or sexual abuse concerns.
The Clinical Support Worker will undertake a range of individualised clinical care duties to children, young people and their families as delegated by qualified nurses or practitioners, including medical staff or the multi-disciplinary team.
Acting on their own initiative and accessing supervision as required, the post holder will also hold responsibility of clerical and administrative duties, stock maintenance and for the care, cleaning and management of equipment. In addition, the post holder will contribute to service development and promoting care in a safe environment.
The post holder will be part of the on call out of hours rota for the SARC service.
Interested applicants can gain an insight into the nature of the work undertaken within a SARC and develop an understanding of what a medical examination for child sexual abuse concerns involves by visiting the Centre of Expertise on Child Sexual Abuse and viewing the video they have developed.
About us
At Sheffield Children's, our purpose is clear: to provide healthier futures for children and young people. Our three strategic aims are:
- Outstanding Patient Care
- Brilliant Place to work
- Leaders in Children's Health
We work with local, regional, and national partners to provide physical and mental healthcare across acute and community settings. Many of our clinicians are amongst the best in their field, recognised nationally and internationally for their expertise.
As well as having enormous pride in what we do, we are a friendly, welcoming, and motivated NHS Trust who are guided by our CARE values: Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence. Our nearly 4000 colleagues live these values, ensuring kind and compassionate care that makes patients and their families feel safe and at home.
As we approach our 150th anniversary in 2026, we remain committed to enhancing our reputation in children's health leadership, improving the experiences of both patient and colleagues, and focusing on our communities and population health.
Sheffield Children's provides great benefits to support your wellbeing, with excellent annual leave and pension schemes, health programmes, and exclusive discounts--helping you succeed at work and beyond.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.
Please note that Sheffield Children's uplift pay to meet the Real Living Wage, which is £12.60 per hour.
Diversity Statement
At Sheffield Childrens, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyones success. We prioritise Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ members.
Recognising that inclusivity is an ongoing effort, we review our processes and welcome feedback to enhance our practices. A diverse team strengthens our organisation and the quality of care we deliver. For ideas on how we can improve, please contact our Recruitment Manager at scn-tr.recruitment.team@nhs.net. Together, were building a workplace where everyone belongs.
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Job description
Job responsibilities
For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.
Please note that Sheffield Children's uplift pay to meet the Real Living Wage, which is £12.60 per hour.
Diversity Statement
At Sheffield Childrens, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyones success. We prioritise Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ members.
Recognising that inclusivity is an ongoing effort, we review our processes and welcome feedback to enhance our practices. A diverse team strengthens our organisation and the quality of care we deliver. For ideas on how we can improve, please contact our Recruitment Manager at scn-tr.recruitment.team@nhs.net. Together, were building a workplace where everyone belongs.
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Person Specification
Qualifications/Training
Essential
- GCSE A-C English or Level 2 equivalent
- GCSE A-C Maths or Level 2 equivalent.
- Vocational Award Level 2 in Health
- To have or be committed to undertaking & completing a Vocational Award Level 3 in Health
- To hold evidence of completing a Care Certificate or have completed in-house Band 2 competency package
- Committed to completing competency packages as per clinical area
Desirable
- Training and demonstrable competency in nursing observations e.g. temperature, weight and height monitoring, urinalysis, pulse oximetry and dinamaps.
Experience
Essential
- To have experience in a Care or Health & Social Care environment within a hospital or community setting
- Worked in a customer facing environment
- Worked with children and young people
Desirable
- Have experience in holding a child for blood tests and/or taking bloods
- Worked within the National Health Service
- Worked within a SARC
- Worked with children and young people who have experienced trauma
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Knowledge of Health & Safety and maintaining a safe environment
- Knowledge of Safeguarding children or young adults
- Ability to demonstrate knowledge of Infection Control principles
- Basic IT skills which include competency at using Word and email and commitment to learning advanced IT skills
- Ability to work with children, young people, their families and carers
- Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team
- Ability to show initiative and take on own responsibility and accountability and work independently Ability to prioritise workload and own time Ability to deal with conflicting and difficult situations
- Ability to prioritise workload and own time
- Ability to deal with conflicting and difficult situations
Desirable
- Compliance of Policies and Procedures in a regulated Health Care Provider
- Be competent in taking blood venously and capillary or working towards this. You will have further training in this area.
- Advanced IT skills ie Level 2 IT qualification
- Current Food hygiene certificate
- Previously worked in a Health / Social Care multidisciplinary team setting and contributed in team meetings
Attributes
Essential
- Willingness to work flexibly in approach and working hours/pattern
- Display a non-judgmental attitude towards children / families / carers / colleagues
- Respectful attitude for individuals and co-workers Ability to take part in personal development reviews Ability to accept instructions & supervision and undertake delegated tasks
- Respectful attitude for individuals and co-workers
- Ability to take part in personal development reviews
- Ability to accept instructions & supervision and undertake delegated tasks
Desirable
- Previously worked in a flexible working pattern environment
- Compliance of Policies and Procedures in reference to Equality and Diversity
Person Specification
Qualifications/Training
Essential
- GCSE A-C English or Level 2 equivalent
- GCSE A-C Maths or Level 2 equivalent.
- Vocational Award Level 2 in Health
- To have or be committed to undertaking & completing a Vocational Award Level 3 in Health
- To hold evidence of completing a Care Certificate or have completed in-house Band 2 competency package
- Committed to completing competency packages as per clinical area
Desirable
- Training and demonstrable competency in nursing observations e.g. temperature, weight and height monitoring, urinalysis, pulse oximetry and dinamaps.
Experience
Essential
- To have experience in a Care or Health & Social Care environment within a hospital or community setting
- Worked in a customer facing environment
- Worked with children and young people
Desirable
- Have experience in holding a child for blood tests and/or taking bloods
- Worked within the National Health Service
- Worked within a SARC
- Worked with children and young people who have experienced trauma
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Knowledge of Health & Safety and maintaining a safe environment
- Knowledge of Safeguarding children or young adults
- Ability to demonstrate knowledge of Infection Control principles
- Basic IT skills which include competency at using Word and email and commitment to learning advanced IT skills
- Ability to work with children, young people, their families and carers
- Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team
- Ability to show initiative and take on own responsibility and accountability and work independently Ability to prioritise workload and own time Ability to deal with conflicting and difficult situations
- Ability to prioritise workload and own time
- Ability to deal with conflicting and difficult situations
Desirable
- Compliance of Policies and Procedures in a regulated Health Care Provider
- Be competent in taking blood venously and capillary or working towards this. You will have further training in this area.
- Advanced IT skills ie Level 2 IT qualification
- Current Food hygiene certificate
- Previously worked in a Health / Social Care multidisciplinary team setting and contributed in team meetings
Attributes
Essential
- Willingness to work flexibly in approach and working hours/pattern
- Display a non-judgmental attitude towards children / families / carers / colleagues
- Respectful attitude for individuals and co-workers Ability to take part in personal development reviews Ability to accept instructions & supervision and undertake delegated tasks
- Respectful attitude for individuals and co-workers
- Ability to take part in personal development reviews
- Ability to accept instructions & supervision and undertake delegated tasks
Desirable
- Previously worked in a flexible working pattern environment
- Compliance of Policies and Procedures in reference to Equality and Diversity
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
