Vacancy Introduction
We’re looking for enthusiastic clinical assistants who want to deliver high‑quality, patient‑centred care in the community.
We are based in Yeadon Health Centre, but we cover Rawdon, Yeadon, Guiseley, Menton, Pool in Wharfedale, Otley and the surrounding area.
Our community nursing teams deliver planned care in patients’ homes, helping people to remain independent and supported within their local communities. We provide a wide range of clinical interventions, including (but not limited to):
- Safe administration of medication
- General wound care
- Leg dressings
- Bowel care
- Personal cares
- Self-Management Support
Through our work, we enable early discharge from hospital, reduce avoidable hospital admissions, and promote patient independence and wellbeing at home.
We’re proud to offer a comprehensive career progression framework that helps you develop your clinical expertise.
The service runs 8am to 8pm, 7 days a week, with various shift patterns.
As a clinical assistant in our Neighbourhood Teams, you’ll be part of a compassionate and highly skilled multidisciplinary team, working alongside District Nurses, Community Matrons, Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, Neighbourhood Staff Nurses, Therapy Assistant Practitioners, and Self-Management Facilitators to deliver truly holistic, person-centred care.
You’ll also collaborate closely with our Citywide Services, including the Falls, Continence, Urology and Colorectal Care, and Palliative and End of Life Care teams, as well as GP services, ensuring the best possible coordination and continuity of care for patients across West Leeds.
You will need to assess and respond to the changing needs of the patient, working within your own limits and seeking support from the wider clinical team where appropriate.
You will provide patients with clinical support for example administering medications, undertaking wound care and carrying out observations.
Please note this role does require a full Driving licence and use of your own vehicle which is essential to this job role.
Please review the Job Description and Person Specification attached for full requirements of the role.
Adverts will close early where the maximum number of applicants is reached.
Working for Leeds Community Healthcare NHS Trust
Who are we?
Leeds Community Healthcare provides a range of community-based health services across the whole city. We treat people in their homes, local health centres and community hospitals, and work in partnership with other local Trusts, charities and Leeds City Council.
We have a strong culture based on deeply-held values, and our focus at all times is on delivering high quality care to the people of Leeds. In our most recent CQC evaluation, we were rated "Good", with our Adult Services rated "Outstanding" for caring.
Perks of the job
Our benefits range from generous annual leave to access to NHS discount sites. You can find the full list of attractive benefits and rewards at www.leedscommunityhealthcare.nhs.uk click on the Join Our Team Tab.
Right to Work
This role is based in the UK. Employment is conditional on confirmation of the right to work in the UK - either as a UK or Irish citizen, under the EU settlement scheme or having secured any other relevant work visa. If you do not have the right to work in the UK and the role does not meet eligibility for sponsorship, please consider carefully whether you meet the eligibility to apply.
