About this role
Job summary
CLCH Hertfordshire Adult Community Services - CLCH NHS Trust provides a range of Community Services, and the Hertfordshire Division is recruiting!
We are seeking a Band 4 TB Support Worker to join our Tuberculosis (TB) Service. This role is central to supporting individuals undergoing TB treatment and contributes to improved treatment adherence, health outcomes, and overall wellbeing.You will work in close partnership with TB Specialist Nurses and the wider multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality, patient-centred care in both community and clinic settings.
In this role, you will:o Support the monitoring of treatment for people with Latent TB Infection.o Assist TB Specialist Nurses in the management of active TB cases.o Provide administrative and clinical support to the TB nursing team.o Help deliver a comprehensive and responsive TB service to patients and their families.As part of the TB Service, you will support adults, children, and community groups, engaging with a diverse population to raise awareness of TB, reduce new cases, promote successful treatment outcomes, and ensure a positive patient experience.As this is a community-based role, with travel between locations, there is a requirement to hold a full, valid, UK driving licence and have access to a car to use for business purposes (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010).
Please note - We are unfortunately unable to offer sponsorship for this Band 4 role.
Main duties of the job
o Support individuals with tuberculosis (TB) to follow their treatment plans, including delivering Directly Observed Therapy (DOT) where requiredo Provide education and advice to patients, families, and carers about TB, treatment and infection controlo Assist with contact tracing and the follow-up of patients in community settingso Support vulnerable and hard-to-reach populations to access TB services and appropriate careo Monitor patient progress and promptly report any concerns or changes to the clinical teamo Maintain accurate, up to date, and confidential patient records in line with policyo Support TB notifications under the supervision of the TB Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS)o Contribute to multidisciplinary team (MDT) meetings and service audits as requiredo Assist with monitoring treatment adherence for patients receiving TB therapyo Undertake home visits alongside the TB Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS)o Carry out phlebotomy procedures in accordance with training, competency, and guidanceo Work collaboratively with healthcare professionals and external agencies to ensure coordinated, patient centred care
About us
We are proud to be one of the largest community healthcare providers in the country, with more than 4,500 colleagues caring for over four million people across London and Hertfordshire. Every day, our teams bring their skill, compassion, and determination to the people who depend on us.
What inspires us is at the heart of who we are: when we work together, we can help people move forward in ways that truly matter. Our teams support children as they take their first steps in life, and they stand beside adults as they rebuild strength, confidence, and independence. From newborn health visiting to community nursing, stroke rehabilitation, and palliative care, we are there for people through some of life's most important moments.
Joining Central London Community Healthcare means becoming part of a community that lifts each other up. It means working in an organisation that values compassion, welcomes new ideas, and believes in the potential of every colleague. Your development matters here. Your wellbeing matters. Your voice helps shape the future of the care we provide.
We offer a competitive employment package because the work you do matters. At Central London Community Healthcare, you will join an inclusive organisation that invests in its people, supports development, and helps you thrive while delivering high-quality care.
Job description Job responsibilities
Applicants are expected to present clear and relevant evidence of the competencies and responsibilities detailed in the attached Job Description and Person Specification, together with a demonstrated commitment to the Trusts values of Accountability, Inclusion, Compassion, and Empowerment.
Person Specification
Education/Qualification Essential
NHS Care Certificate Diploma or equivalent appropriate qualification, e.g. foundation degree; or NVQ3 level qualification plus short courses or relevant experience to diploma level Educated to GCSE Standard or Equivalent (Maths & English) Commitment to on-going learning and development
Desirable
Clinical skills in blood sampling in adults & children Experience in an extended clinical support role
Experience Essential
Experience of working in a health or social care setting Experience of working as part of a team Experience with the use of Microsoft Office and a variety of databases. Experience of following delegated procedures and treatment plans including the administration of medicines
Desirable
Experience with the NHS patient information database Practical experience and theoretical knowledge in the specialist area or similar
Skills & Knowledge Essential
Knowledge of NHS Demonstrate an acceptable level of numeracy and literacy. An awareness of risk management. Knowledge of multi-agency services available and processes for referra Knowledge of the effects of the ageing process and needs of vulnerable adults in relation to their health and well-being Basic Knowledge of TB and Public health Hold a full, valid, UK driving licence and have access to a car to use for business purposes (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010)
Desirable
Knowledge of local health needs strategies.
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Employer details Employer name Central London Community Health Trust
Address harpenden memorial hospita;
carlton road
harpenden
AL5 4TA
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://clch.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)