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Clinical Support Assistant in Gateshead

On-site in Gateshead·Part-time·Added today (last checked 9 Nov)

Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and Wear NHS Foundation Trust

55 open roles

Our summary

Salary: £25,760 - £27,476 a year
About £1,840 - £1,940 a month after tax.
Work mode: On-site, Gateshead
Contract: Part-time
Closing date: Apply by Tuesday 10 November

Skills

Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and Wear NHS Foundation Trust is hiring for this role in several places. This vacancy is in Gateshead.

The role

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 3 Clinical Support Assistant to join the Gateshead West Community Treatment Team.

This role offers the chance to be part of a dynamic and supportive multidisciplinary team delivering high-quality community mental health care. The post has a specific focus on the physical health pathway, supporting clinic sessions and working closely with colleagues across the wider MDT to provide holistic care to individuals within the community.

As a Clinical Support Assistant, you will support the delivery of care and treatment for service users with a wide range of needs, diverse presentations and mental health conditions, working under the direction and supervision of a registered practitioner. A key aspect of the role involves working alongside nursing colleagues within the team's physical treatment clinics.

The team is well established and made up of a skilled mix of professionals who work collaboratively to deliver person-centred, individualised care. You will play an important role in supporting clinical staff to deliver evidence-based interventions and to engage in effective multi-agency working.

You will be supported in your development through access to additional training and regular clinical supervision, making this an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build experience within community mental health services.

Main duties of the job

To assist in the delivery of care and treatment to service users with a wide range of needs, diverse presentations and mental health conditions, working under the direction and supervision of a registered practitioner.
To implement, monitor and evaluate care interventions within an agreed framework as a member of the multidisciplinary team, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, individualised care that promotes recovery, wellbeing and maximises independence.
To support the effective running of treatment clinics, including undertaking physical health observations, phlebotomy, ECG's and other agreed physical health assessments in line with training and competency.
To accurately record and maintain electronic health records relating to care and treatment interventions, ensuring documentation is timely, clear and compliant with Trust policies.
To work collaboratively as a member of the team to deliver safe, effective and person-centred care.
To provide compassionate care that demonstrates empathy, kindness, respect and dignity at all times.
To actively participate in supervision, appraisal and professional development processes in accordance with Trust policies and procedures.

About us

We aim to attract and retain a diverse, talented and committed workforce, who are caring and compassionate, and therefore able to meet the demands of the modern NHS now and in the future. In return we can offer a dynamic working environment in which to build a career.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please find attached job description for full details.

Advertising date : 27th October 2026

Closing date : 10th November 2026

We welcome your application.

Person Specification

Education and qualification

Essential

Completion of a competency-based programme within probationary period OR equivalent demonstrable experience
Knowledge of care related procedures, clinical observation, relevant legislation

Desirable

Level 3 qualification in a healthcare related subject OR a portfolio of equivalent demonstrable experience

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

Previous care experience
Person centred care approach
Understanding of mental health and/or learning disabilities needs
Safeguarding knowledge
Awareness of carer needs

Skills and Competencies

Essential

Good interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to undertake PMVA (Prevention and Management of Violence and Aggression) training
Verbal and written communication skills
Effective Time Management

Desirable

Ability to prioritise tasks
Accurate record keeping skills

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.