About this role
Job summary
Interested in working with people who have a difficult relationship with food? North Cumbria Adult Eating Disorder Service (NCAEDS) are looking for a Clinical Support Assistant who is interested in working with people who have a problematic relationships with food.
We would like to offer this experience to an individual who is motivated to work with patients and their families/loved ones in their own home/across environments.
To be able to work in a multi professional team who are committed to evidence based interventions and compassionate care.
There is an expectation of the post holder being able to independently travel across North Cumbria
The service operates across core business hours 9-5pm Monday to Friday
Main duties of the job
To assist in the delivery of care to service users who have a variety of needs, under the direction of a registered practitioner.
To implement and evaluate care within a prescribed framework as a member of the care team ensuring that high quality, individualised care is delivered and that this promotes recovery and wellbeing and maximises independence.
To complete physical health checks including phlebotomy and ECG, in line with NICE guidelines.
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.
NHS Employees identified as at risk of compulsory redundancy and those eligible for the NENC Re-Deployment careers hub will receive prior consideration.
Job description Job responsibilities
Please find attached job description for full details.
Advertising date : 25th August 2026
Closing date : 8th September 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.
Employer details Employer name Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and wear (CNTW) NHS Foundation Trust
Address Carleton Clinic
Cumwhinton Drive
Carlisle
CA1 3SX
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.cntw.nhs.uk/careers/ (Opens in a new tab)