Clinical Support Worker - Theatres, Royal Stoke University Hospital
| Posting date: | 01 June 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £25,272 per year, pro rata |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 15 June 2026 |
| Location: | Stoke, Staffordshire |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | University Hospitals of North Midlands |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 205-7965583 |
Summary
At present, University Hospitals of North Midlands is unable to offer visa sponsorship for Band 2 to Band 4 roles, as these positions do not meet the minimum salary and skill thresholds required under UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) regulations.
Employers should note that visa applications are assessed against the Immigration Rules in force at the time of application. There is no guarantee that roles meeting current eligibility or salary thresholds will continue to do so in future
We require enthusiastic and flexible Care support workers to join our Theatre team at the Royal Stoke site of the University Hospital of North Midlands NHS Trust. Here we specialise in ENT, Plastics, Maxilla Facial, Ophthalmic and Paediatric general Surgery.
The University Hospital of North Midlands NHS Trust is one of the largest Hospital Trusts in the country. Its 10,000 workforce provide a full range of emergency treatment, planned operations and medical care from the two hospitals in Stafford and Stoke on Trent.
Both the Royal Stoke University Hospital in Stoke and the County Hospital in Stafford are going through exciting positive development and change, at the moment.
We are looking to recruit motivated and enthusiastic Care Support Workers to join our dynamic, friendly teams and provide safe, supportive care to patients, relatives and their loved ones. In this post you would be responsible for providing fundamental elements of patient care as directed by the qualified nursing team to ensure our patients receive the highest standard of dignified and respectful care, in accordance with their care plans. We are looking for people who are compassionate and feel passionately about providing a level of care they would wish for their family and friends.
These posts are linked to the Career Development Pathway.
The successful applicants will be based at Royal Stoke University Hospital but may be required to work at County Hospital in Stafford. As provision of care is a 24 hours, 7 days a week career, you will be required to work shifts, including nights, weekends and bank holidays. Enhancements will be paid for unsocial hours.
Essential criteria
- Interest in care setting theatres
- Evidence of good numeracy and literacy
Desirable criteria
- Functional Skills level 2 or grade C/4 or above GCSE English and Maths
- Care Certificate
- Hold or be working towards a vocational qualification in a care environment such as NVQ Level 2 qualification
Knowledge
Essential criteria
- Knowledge of theatre practises
Desirable criteria
- Experience in theatres
Employers should note that visa applications are assessed against the Immigration Rules in force at the time of application. There is no guarantee that roles meeting current eligibility or salary thresholds will continue to do so in future
We require enthusiastic and flexible Care support workers to join our Theatre team at the Royal Stoke site of the University Hospital of North Midlands NHS Trust. Here we specialise in ENT, Plastics, Maxilla Facial, Ophthalmic and Paediatric general Surgery.
The University Hospital of North Midlands NHS Trust is one of the largest Hospital Trusts in the country. Its 10,000 workforce provide a full range of emergency treatment, planned operations and medical care from the two hospitals in Stafford and Stoke on Trent.
Both the Royal Stoke University Hospital in Stoke and the County Hospital in Stafford are going through exciting positive development and change, at the moment.
We are looking to recruit motivated and enthusiastic Care Support Workers to join our dynamic, friendly teams and provide safe, supportive care to patients, relatives and their loved ones. In this post you would be responsible for providing fundamental elements of patient care as directed by the qualified nursing team to ensure our patients receive the highest standard of dignified and respectful care, in accordance with their care plans. We are looking for people who are compassionate and feel passionately about providing a level of care they would wish for their family and friends.
These posts are linked to the Career Development Pathway.
The successful applicants will be based at Royal Stoke University Hospital but may be required to work at County Hospital in Stafford. As provision of care is a 24 hours, 7 days a week career, you will be required to work shifts, including nights, weekends and bank holidays. Enhancements will be paid for unsocial hours.
Essential criteria
- Interest in care setting theatres
- Evidence of good numeracy and literacy
Desirable criteria
- Functional Skills level 2 or grade C/4 or above GCSE English and Maths
- Care Certificate
- Hold or be working towards a vocational qualification in a care environment such as NVQ Level 2 qualification
Knowledge
Essential criteria
- Knowledge of theatre practises
Desirable criteria
- Experience in theatres
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