Job summary
- Main area
- Radiology
- Grade
- NHS AfC: Band 3
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full time
- Part time
- Flexible working
- Job ref
- 372-FSS2785-B
- Employer
- Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Huddersfield Community Diagnostic Centre
- Town
- Huddersfield
- Salary
- £24,937 - £26,598 per annum, pro rata
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 30/01/2026 23:59
- Interview date
- 17/02/2026
Employer heading
Clinical Support Worker in CT Scanning and Phlebotomy
NHS AfC: Band 3
Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust (CHFT) are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics.
We are committed to recruiting to our values. Leading One Culture of Care underpins our values by creating an environment, tone and behaviours across all parts of the Trust that are fundamentally rooted in compassionate care.
We are open to considering a wide range of flexible working arrangements. There are opportunities to flex the days of the week, hours and times of work and place of work including: part-time, job-share, flexible working hours and the possibility to work from home when appropriate. Please talk to us during the interview process to discuss any flexibility that you may require.
We received our Silver Award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme which is helping actively promote SaBRE - Supporting Britain’s Reservists and Employers. This means that we provided its statement of intent to support all Defence personnel and we welcome application to work for us.
Our Future Plans
The Department of Health and Social Care has awarded capital funding to invest in local health services at both Calderdale Royal Hospital and Huddersfield Royal Infirmary. This is a significant investment and an opportunity to enhance services for our populations in Calderdale and Huddersfield and West Yorkshire for generations to come. To find out more, please visit https://future.cht.nhs.uk/
Job overview
We are looking for an enthusiastic, self-motivated and pro-active experienced Trust worker to work as a Clinical Support Worker at the new Community Diagnostic Centre in Huddersfield. You will work within the CT scanning, Phlebotomy and Point of care test departments. The services will operate over 7 days between 8am-8pm. The successful applicants rota will reflect these hours.
Main duties of the job
To work as part of the CT scanning, phlebotomy and Point of Care teams maintaining high standards of patient preparation and care and be proficient at venepuncture and intravenous cannulation. You will be required to work in all areas of the service.
Current experience of working within the service area, or wider hospital.
Experience of a patient focused role.
Proficient in venepuncture and IV Cannulation.
Good knowledge of Radiology CRIS.
Neat, tidy and professional appearance.
Working for our organisation
To work as part of the team with good interpersonal and communication skills. Working out of hours (5-8.30 pm)and weekend shifts is an essential requirement.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
To undertake all duties associated with assisting to deliver the provision of a modern diagnostic imaging service and phlebotomy service, providing high standards of patient care at all times. To work as required within a 7-day working week.
Person specification
QUALIFICATIONS / TRAINING
Essential criteria
- English and Math GCSE grade 9-2 (A*-E) or equivalent or high level of literacy and numeracy skills demonstrated within application
- Competence based level 3 Qualification e.g. NVQ or Diploma in Care or The Care Certificate issued by an employer
- Willingness to undertake any training or development relevant to the role
- Competent in cannulation /venepuncture/plaster training and specialist dressings.
- Moving and Handling
- Infection Control
- Customer Care
- Competent / able to evidence the completion of Health Care Assistant core competencies
- ECG training and competency
KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE & EXPERTISE
Essential criteria
- Previous employment with a healthcare setting (18 months)
- Insight into the roles of responsibilities of the post
- Demonstrate a commitment to a caring profession
- Understand the importance of record keeping
- Literacy Skills
- IT skills
Desirable criteria
- Experience of record keeping
- Experience in undertaking point of care testing
- Experience in application of basic dressing techniques
COMMUNICATION AND RELATIONSHIPS (INCLUDING MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES)
Essential criteria
- Ability to work as a team member
- Ability to work in a busy environment
- Able to use own initiative
- Aware of own limitations/ level of competence
- Good communication Skills
Desirable criteria
- Plan delegated workload
Employer certification / accreditation badges
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
- Lucy Thomson
- Job title
- CT Service Lead
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 01484 342500
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