Job summary
Aspiring Nurse Programme - September 2025 Intake
Train to Become a Registered Nurse - While Earning and Learning in Powys
Following the success of ourAward-Winning Aspiring Nurse Programme, Powys Teaching Health Board (PTHB) is proud to offer this unique opportunity once again. If you've dreamed of becoming a nurse but thought the financial or geographical barriers made it impossible - this is your chance to make it a reality.
We are committed to growing our own future nursing workforce, and that means investing in people like you. Whether your passion lies in Adult Nursing or Mental Health Nursing, this programme gives you the chance to gain your nursing degree without leaving Powys - and without any tuition fees.
What We're Offering ? A fully funded 3-year nursing degree with our academic partners in Wales
? Full-time employment as a Healthcare Support Worker (HCSW) while you study
? A full salary during your studies - earn while you learn
? Local placements across Powys - no need to relocate
? A guaranteed Registered Nurse role with PTHB after successful graduation
? Ongoing support and professional development throughout and beyond your training
Currently we are unable to provide certificates of sponsorship for this role as it does not meet the Home Office's criteria. Anyone requiring a certificate of sponsorship is therefore unable to be shortlisted and interviewed.
Main duties of the job
Programme Structure Year 1 1 day/week of online academic study with Llandrillo College
4 days/week working as a HCSW in a Powys clinical ward setting
Years 2, 3
Full-time academic study through distance learning with a Welsh university partner
Clinical placements across Powys
This structure allows you to build essential skills in real-world healthcare environments, while progressively moving towards full professional nurse registration.
Who Can Apply? We welcome applications from individuals who
Live within Powys or on its borders
Have a genuine desire to become a Registered Nurse
Are ready to fully commit to the academic and practical elements of the programme
Are excited to make a difference in their local community
No prior nursing experience is required - full training and support will be provided.
What's Expected From You Full commitment to all elements of the 3-year academic and clinical programme
A willingness to remain with PTHB as a qualified nurse for at least 2 years post-registration
Passion, dedication, and a desire to grow in a supportive NHS environment
Make your dream become a reality and take the first step towards your nursing career today
? Interview & Assessment Centres: Week commencing 23rd June 2025
Become an Aspiring Nurse. Build your future. Serve your community
About us
Being the smallest Heath Board in Wales means that you won't get lost in the crowd. Everybody at Powys Teaching Health Board is valued for the contribution they make to our varied and diverse portfolio of community-based services. Together, we can continue to make a real difference to our patients and build on our unrivalled reputation.
As a supportive and progressive employer, we actively encourage you to carve out a career with us, through a range of development pathways. We're also lucky enough to be situated in one of the most beautiful rural counties in Britain, let alone Wales! Achieving a healthy 'life work' balance is essential, and something we recognise by prioritising your well-being.
To start your journey with us, and to learn more about what we can offer you please visit: https://pthb.nhs.wales/working-for-us/. There you will find information about our benefits and values, read staff experiences and more about what our beautiful county has to offer.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This is recruitment specifically for Aspiring Nurse Training roles in partnership with our Education providers in Wales through Distance Learning.
Your duties as a HCSW are detailed in the attached Job Description. As an Aspiring Nurse, you will be expected to commit fully to the academic program of learning and undertake all requirements of the course.
There are roles available within Adult nursing and Mental Health nursing and you will be expected to have researched the difference between these roles, and arrive at the selection process knowing which pathway you have chosen. More details at the link below;
Adult nursing, children's nursing, learning disability nursing and mental health nursing: what are the differences? - HEIW
For further details / informal visits contact: Jamie.elliot2@wales.nhs.uk
Job description
Job responsibilities
This is recruitment specifically for Aspiring Nurse Training roles in partnership with our Education providers in Wales through Distance Learning.
Your duties as a HCSW are detailed in the attached Job Description. As an Aspiring Nurse, you will be expected to commit fully to the academic program of learning and undertake all requirements of the course.
There are roles available within Adult nursing and Mental Health nursing and you will be expected to have researched the difference between these roles, and arrive at the selection process knowing which pathway you have chosen. More details at the link below;
Adult nursing, children's nursing, learning disability nursing and mental health nursing: what are the differences? - HEIW
For further details / informal visits contact: Jamie.elliot2@wales.nhs.uk
Person Specification
Qualifications and/or Knowledge
Essential
- Demonstrate knowledge of the requirements of the role
- Good level of general education
Desirable
- GCSE A, B or C in English (or Welsh) or the equivalent qualification
- GCSE A, B or C in Maths or the equivalent qualification
- NVQ / QCF level 2 in a health-related topic or equivalent
- Formal qualification (not necessarily in health care setting)
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrate clear transferable skills valid to the healthcare setting
- Experience of working as part of a team
Desirable
- Previous experience in working in a care setting
Aptitude and Abilities
Essential
- Ability to communicate with a range of people in both a verbal and written capacity
- Ability to keep calm in stressful situations
Desirable
Values
Essential
- Have a caring, kind, and sympathetic attitude in line with PTHB Values
Other
Essential
- Flexible and adaptable
- Committed to degree level study
Person Specification
Qualifications and/or Knowledge
Essential
- Demonstrate knowledge of the requirements of the role
- Good level of general education
Desirable
- GCSE A, B or C in English (or Welsh) or the equivalent qualification
- GCSE A, B or C in Maths or the equivalent qualification
- NVQ / QCF level 2 in a health-related topic or equivalent
- Formal qualification (not necessarily in health care setting)
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrate clear transferable skills valid to the healthcare setting
- Experience of working as part of a team
Desirable
- Previous experience in working in a care setting
Aptitude and Abilities
Essential
- Ability to communicate with a range of people in both a verbal and written capacity
- Ability to keep calm in stressful situations
Desirable
Values
Essential
- Have a caring, kind, and sympathetic attitude in line with PTHB Values
Other
Essential
- Flexible and adaptable
- Committed to degree level study
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.
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.
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).
