Job summary
- Main area
- Clinical Support Worker
- Contract
- Permanent and Fixed term
- Hours
- Full time
- Part time
- Job ref
- 374-TISW0825
- Employer
- East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- East Sussex
- Town
- East Sussex
- Salary
- £24,465 Per annum, pro rata
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 30/10/2025 23:59
Employer heading
Trainee Integrated Support Worker
We are proud to provide ‘Outstanding’ care and be a great place to work.
East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust provides safe, compassionate and high quality hospital and community care to the half a million people living in East Sussex and those who visit our local area.
We are one of the largest organisations in East Sussex with an annual income of £568 million and we are the only integrated provider of acute and community care in Sussex.
Our extensive health services are provided by over 8,000+ dedicated members of staff working from two acute hospitals in Hastings and Eastbourne, three community hospitals in Bexhill, Rye and Uckfield, over 100 community sites across East Sussex, and in people’s own homes.
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) rated us as ‘Good’ overall, and ‘Outstanding’ for being Caring and Effective. The Conquest Hospital in Hastings and our Community Services were rated ‘Outstanding’ and Eastbourne DGH was rated ‘Good’ Our two acute hospitals have Emergency Departments and provide 24 hour a day care, offering a comprehensive range of surgical, medical, outpatient and maternity services, supported by a full range of diagnostic and therapy services.
We provide safe, compassionate and high quality hospital and community care to over half a million people living in East Sussex and those who visit our local area.
We are one of the largest organisations in East Sussex with an annual income of £650 million and we are the only integrated provider of acute and community care in Sussex. Our extensive health services are provided by over 8,000 dedicated members of staff working from two acute hospitals in Hastings and Eastbourne, three community hospitals in Bexhill, Rye and Uckfield, over 100 community sites across East Sussex, and in people’s own homes.
In 2020 the Care Quality Commission (CQC) rated us as ‘Good’ overall, and ‘Outstanding’ for being Caring and Effective. Conquest Hospital and our Community Services were rated ‘Outstanding’ and Eastbourne DGH was rated ‘Good’.
Our two acute hospitals have emergency departments and provide 24 hour a day care, offering a comprehensive range of surgical, medical, outpatient and maternity services, supported by a full range of diagnostic and therapy services. Our centre for trauma services and obstetrics is at Conquest Hospital, while our centre for urology and stroke services is at Eastbourne DGH. At Bexhill Hospital we offer a range of outpatient, day surgery, rehabilitation and intermediate care services. At Rye, Winchelsea and District Memorial Hospital we offer outpatients, rehabilitation and intermediate services. At Uckfield Community Hospital we provide day surgery and outpatient care.
In the community, we deliver services that focus on people with long term conditions living well outside hospital, through our integrated locality teams working with district and community nursing teams. Community members of staff also provide care to patients in their homes and from a number of clinics, health centres and GP surgeries.
Job overview
Start Your NHS Career as a Community integrated Support Worker – No Experience Needed!
Are you passionate about helping others and looking for a rewarding career in healthcare? Whether you're just starting out or looking for a meaningful career change, we want to hear from you!
At East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust, we’re looking for compassionate, motivated individuals to join our team as integrated Support Workers in our community care settings. No previous care experience is required — just a caring nature and a willingness to learn.
This role is designed to support your development into a Band 3 Integrated Support Worker within 6 -12 months, following successful completion of training and competency assessments.
A full UK driving licence is required for this post.
Main duties of the job
As a New to Care integrated Support Worker, you’ll play a vital role in supporting patients in their own home by:
- Assisting with personal care and daily activities
- Supporting patients’ comfort, dignity, and wellbeing
- Working alongside nurses and other professionals in a fast-paced environment
- Helping with observations and basic clinical tasks (with training)
Working for our organisation
A wide range of staff benefits are available to our staff including staff development, enrolment in the NHS pension scheme, auto-enrolment to our Temporary Workforce Service, access to onsite nurseries. staff restaurants and accommodation.
In addition to an internal Occupational Health department, all staff also have access to free psychological support through our confidential Employee Assistance Programme. Onsite parking is available from only £50 a year.
There has never been a better time to join East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust, submit your application today.
Statement on the Use of AI
We value the individuality that each candidate brings to the application process. While we understand that AI tools are widely available, we strongly discourage applicants from using AI-generated content when applying for jobs with us. We believe that your application should reflect your true skills, experiences, and motivations, which are best conveyed through your own words and unique perspective.
Using AI for your application may not accurately represent your knowledge, skills, and experience and may result in a disconnect between your qualifications and our assessment of your application.
We encourage applicants to take the time to thoughtfully complete their applications; by doing so, you allow us to better understand your true potential and ensure a fair and transparent evaluation of your application. Over reliance on AI-generated content may diminish your chance of success.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
These vacancies are open to individuals who:
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Have never worked in Healthcare but are interested in a change of career,
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Have a genuine desire to work in a healthcare setting,
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Have previous work experience and can demonstrate transferable skills,
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Are able to commit to a full week of induction training at the start of employment,
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Are able to work flexibly across a range of shifts (days, nights and weekends) to meet the needs of our services,
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Hold a full UK driving licence
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Are capable of successfully completing the mandatory Care Certificate training,
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Hold GSCE Maths and English grade C/4 or above (or a comparable international qualification) Or is capable of successfully completing Level 2 functional skills within 12 months.
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Applicants who do not hold the relevant qualifications will be required to take an assessment at interview stage and must also meet the following eligibility criteria: Aged 19 or over, Living in England, Lived in the UK or EU/EEA for the last 3 years, Not currently enrolled on any other government funded course or started another application for one.
Person specification
Qualifications / Training
Essential criteria
- Basic English and Maths skills or currently/willing to work towards formal English/Maths qualification
Desirable criteria
- GCSE English and Maths grade C or 4 or Functional skills for English/Maths
- 5 GCSE grade 4 or C and above or equivalent
- Training or education relevant to health and social care
Experience
Essential criteria
- Interest in a career working in healthcare, relevant work experience
Desirable criteria
- Relevant experience working in Health and Social Care environment
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Essential criteria
- Ability to demonstrate Care and Compassion and Commitment to care
- A clear desire to work in a care environment and understanding of role
Desirable criteria
- Evidence of development of knowledge and skills relevant to role
Employer certification / accreditation badges
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Applicant requirements
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Recruitment
- Job title
- Recruitment
- Email address
- [email protected]
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