Forensic Health Care Assistant - Male only

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board

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Job summary

Ty Llywelyn is currently recruiting male staff in order to maintain equity of its staffing establishment and due to the requirements of the Male only patient group.

Full time post for Healthcare Support Worker on Ty Llywelyn Medium Secure Unit. To provide person centred care to service users within forensic mental health inpatient services under supervision of registered nurses within a clinical team that adheres to best practice, standards and health board policies contributing the the recovery focussed care of the service user.

Main duties of the job

To assist the registered nurse in carrying out day to day care of individuals, endeavouring to provide for the holistic needs of individuals in conjunction with other disciplines within the health care environment.

To assist the registered nurse in providing a high and consistent level of holistic care, maintaining the dignity and equality of the individual. This includes direct care.

To observe and monitor changes in individuals' behaviour, physical condition and social interaction, and to report any changes to the nurse in charge.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

About us

If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and 'Proud to Lead' competence framework.

Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the "Disability Confident Employer" scheme.

Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Date posted

16 October 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£24,433 to £26,060 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

050-ACS670-1024

Job locations

Ty Llywelyn Medium Secure Unit

Bryn Y Neuadd Hospital

Llanfairfechan, Conwy

LL33 0HH


Job description

Job responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.

Job description

Job responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • Experience of working with patients with dementia

Desirable

  • Experience of working in an acute inpatient setting

Knowledge and/or qualifications

Essential

  • Knowledge of mental health issues

Desirable

  • Willing to undertake NVQ level 3
Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • Experience of working with patients with dementia

Desirable

  • Experience of working in an acute inpatient setting

Knowledge and/or qualifications

Essential

  • Knowledge of mental health issues

Desirable

  • Willing to undertake NVQ level 3

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).

Additional information

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

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board

Address

Ty Llywelyn Medium Secure Unit

Bryn Y Neuadd Hospital

Llanfairfechan, Conwy

LL33 0HH


Employer's website

https://bcuhb.nhs.wales/train-work-live/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board

Address

Ty Llywelyn Medium Secure Unit

Bryn Y Neuadd Hospital

Llanfairfechan, Conwy

LL33 0HH


Employer's website

https://bcuhb.nhs.wales/train-work-live/ (Opens in a new tab)

For questions about the job, contact:

Ward Manager

Marie.Jones

Marie.Jones10@wales.nhs.uk

03000853020

Date posted

16 October 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£24,433 to £26,060 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

050-ACS670-1024

Job locations

Ty Llywelyn Medium Secure Unit

Bryn Y Neuadd Hospital

Llanfairfechan, Conwy

LL33 0HH


Supporting documents

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