TB Support Worker
Central London Community Health Trustharpenden, East of England
Overview
This is a NHS role (permanent) with Central London Community Health Trust based in harpenden. The advertised salary is £29,812 to £32,715. Applications close on 25 October 2026. GovJobs has indexed this vacancy from its official source — use the apply button to view the full advert and apply directly.
Job description
CLCH Hertfordshire Adult Community Services - CLCH NHS Trust provides a range of Community Services, and the Hertfordshire Division is recruiting! We ...
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
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.
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
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
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.
How this role compares
We hold 893 NHS vacancies in East of England that publish a salary, and their median advertised starting figure is £39,959. This role pays less than about 70% of them.
There are 13,012 NHS roles open across the UK on GovJobs right now, 1,295 of them in East of England.
You have 4 days left to apply. NHS adverts we hold typically run for around 46 days, so this is a shorter window than usual.
Central London Community Health Trust has 41 other vacancies open on GovJobs, with a breakdown of what they pay and the kinds of roles they recruit for.
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