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Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board

Healthcare Support Worker

The closing date is 24 July 2025

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Job summary

Morfa Ward, Ysbyty Alltwen is looking for caring, enthusiastic and motivated individuals to apply for a Healthcare Support Worker role they have on the ward.

Our aim and philosophy is to provide high quality care, promote and encourage patients to regain their independence and support their rehabilitation goals .

The successful candidate will work as part of a team of nurses and health care support workers responsible for providing, maintaining and coordinating a high standard of planned holistic care and nursing treatments. Working under the indirect/direct supervision of the nurse in charge of the Ward.

Main duties of the job

  • To assist registered nurses/practitioners to deliver evidence based care to patients/clients, working in partnership with other health care professionals, the patient their family and carers.
  • Deliver patient care as documented in the nursing care plan. Carry out a wide range of duties under the supervision of a registered nurse for the period of the shift.
  • Supporting clients/service users in maintaining their health and wellbeing.
  • Undertaking specified and delegated clinical and therapeutic activities.

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.

Details

Date posted

17 July 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£23,970 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

050-ACS404-0725

Job locations

Morfa Ward, Ysbyty Alltwen

Tremadog

Porthmadog

LL499AQ


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

Qualifications

Essential

  • Good general education - Evidence of completion of QCF at Level 2/to obtain or equivalent within 6 months whilst in post

Desirable

  • Have an understanding of role and function of Health Services.

Experience

Essential

  • Previous / current role to demonstrate working with members of the public

Desirable

  • Clear understanding of clinical governance framework

Skills

Essential

  • Ability to maintain clear accurate records and effective interpersonal and communication skills.

Desirable

  • Understanding of risk management and health and safety issues.

Other

Essential

  • Team player and the ability to work flexibly when required to meet the needs of the service.

Desirable

  • Ability to speak Welsh
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Good general education - Evidence of completion of QCF at Level 2/to obtain or equivalent within 6 months whilst in post

Desirable

  • Have an understanding of role and function of Health Services.

Experience

Essential

  • Previous / current role to demonstrate working with members of the public

Desirable

  • Clear understanding of clinical governance framework

Skills

Essential

  • Ability to maintain clear accurate records and effective interpersonal and communication skills.

Desirable

  • Understanding of risk management and health and safety issues.

Other

Essential

  • Team player and the ability to work flexibly when required to meet the needs of the service.

Desirable

  • Ability to speak Welsh

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

Morfa Ward, Ysbyty Alltwen

Tremadog

Porthmadog

LL499AQ


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

Morfa Ward, Ysbyty Alltwen

Tremadog

Porthmadog

LL499AQ


Employer's website

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

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Locality Matron

Jessica Jones

jessica.jones40@wales.nhs.uk

03000852385

Details

Date posted

17 July 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£23,970 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

050-ACS404-0725

Job locations

Morfa Ward, Ysbyty Alltwen

Tremadog

Porthmadog

LL499AQ


Supporting documents

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