# Clinical Support Assistant > NHS job listing from Job Clerk for James Paget University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. ## Canonical URLs - **HTML:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/clinical-support-assistant/87f24570-c8c2-4cff-b575-47de9498383a - **Markdown:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/clinical-support-assistant/87f24570-c8c2-4cff-b575-47de9498383a.md ## Summary - **Status:** Live - **Employer:** James Paget University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust - **Location:** James Paget University Hospital - **Workplace type:** onsite - **Profession:** Clinical support assistant - **Grade:** Band 3 - **Salary:** £24,625 - £25,674 per annum, pro rata - **Contract type:** Permanent - **Employment type:** Full time - 36 hours per week (07:00-19:30 over 3 days, 7 days a week (no night shifts)) - **Closing date:** 2026-10-23T22:59:00.000Z - **Posted:** 2026-10-09T10:11:03.746Z - **Source information URL:** https://www.healthjobsuk.com/job/UK/Norfolk/Gorleston/James_Paget_University_Hospitals_NHS_Foundation_Trust/Clinical_Support_Assistant/Clinical_Support_Assistant-v8327409 - **Application URL:** https://apps.trac.jobs/job-advert/8327409?ShowJobAdvert=&feedid=9002 - **Employer website:** https://www.jpaget.nhs.uk ## Job Content ### Job overview An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, hardworking, and conscientious Clinical Support Assistant (CSA) to join the Site CSA Team. The successful candidate will provide a Trust-wide clinical support service, undertaking venepuncture, cannulation, and ECGs across a variety of clinical areas. In addition, the post holder will provide cover within the Phlebotomy Clinic as required, supporting the delivery of a safe, effective, and timely service for patients. We are looking for an individual with excellent communication skills, a flexible approach to working, and the ability to work independently as well as part of a multidisciplinary team. The successful candidate will be committed to delivering high-quality patient care and maintaining professional standards at all times. The role is based on 12-hour shifts (07:00 to 19:30), predominantly working weekdays, Monday to Friday. Key responsibilities include: - Undertaking venepuncture, cannulation, and ECG procedures across the Trust. - Providing cover and support within the Phlebotomy Clinic as required. - Supporting clinical teams in delivering efficient patient care. - Maintaining accurate documentation and adhering to Trust policies and procedures. - Working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams across the organisation. ### Main duties of the job The Clinical Support Assistant will provide a Trust-wide clinical support service, undertaking a range of clinical procedures to support patient care and the effective delivery of services across the Trust. - Undertaking venepuncture, cannulation, and ECG procedures across inpatient wards and clinical departments. - Providing support and cover within the Phlebotomy Clinic, ensuring timely blood sample collection and maintaining a high-quality service for patients. - Responding to requests from clinical teams in a timely and professional manner. - Accurately recording procedures and maintaining patient records in line with Trust policies and professional standards. - Ensuring blood samples are correctly labelled, handled, and transported in accordance with Trust procedures. - Maintaining clinical competencies and adhering to infection prevention and control, health and safety, and safeguarding requirements. - Providing reassurance and support to patients throughout procedures, promoting a positive patient experience. - Working collaboratively with nursing, medical, and allied health professional teams across the Trust. - Maintaining equipment and reporting any faults or issues appropriately. The successful candidate will be expected to work independently, prioritise their workload effectively, and demonstrate flexibility to meet the needs of the service in a fast-paced environment. ### Detailed job description and main responsibilities Please see the Job Description and Person Specification for a full and comprehensive overview for this position. No previous experience required as full traiing is given. ### 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. ## Person Specification ### Education **Essential** - Five GCSEs or Equivalent including Maths and English. - Demonstrates willingness to undertake further education. ### communicaton **Essential** - Demonstrates good written communication - Demonstrates good verbal communicaiton ### Personal attributes **Essential** - Enthusiastic, reliable, and professional approach to work and willing to undertake training. **Desirable** - Demonstrates Trust values and behaviour ## Documents - [apollo project (pdf, 12.6mb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=2896) - [recruitment 2025 (pdf, 4.7mb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=2736) - [hospital site map (pdf, 2.7mb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=1745) - [recruitment of ex-offenders (pdf, 90.9kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=1988) - [job description and person specification (pdf, 728.5kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10649914) ## Agent Notes - This Markdown page is generated from the same Job Clerk job record as the HTML job detail page. - Use the canonical HTML URL for user-facing references. - Use the application URL when the user wants to apply on the source NHS site.