Job summary
This is an exciting opportunity for a non-registered health care support worker to specialise in a rewarding field of practice.
Full training on the management of Lymphoedema will be provided with access to further formal education provided by the National Lymphoedema Team. When confident and competent you will be able to work autonomously with a delegated caseload of patients.
There is an administrative element of the role which supports the local and wider Lymphoedema teams, this includes organisation of clinical work and answering patient enquiries.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will form part of a team responsible for the delivery of lymphoedema services for Pembrokeshire for Hywel Dda Health Board. This will involve working in collaboration with the wider lymphoedema team to deliver holistic care.
The post holder will work as part of the lymphoedema service undertaking assessment & treatment programmes. They will work with the team and alone with guidance and direction of the qualified staff. They will assist with specified clinical duties and administrative tasks, in the provision of an efficient, caring, patient focused service.
The post holder will be required to participate in the provision of a flexible approach to 7 day service, based on service need, with ability to travel between sites in a timely manner.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Interviews to be held on 27/03/2026.
About us
Hywel Dda University Health Board plans and provides NHS healthcare services for people living in Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire, and bordering counties.
We have over 13,000 staff and together we provide primary, community, in-hospital, mental health and learning disabilities services.
We work in partnership with the three local authorities, as well as public, private and third sector colleagues, including our valued team of volunteers.
Our services are provided in:
- Four main hospitals: Bronglais Hospital in Aberystwyth; Glangwili Hospital in Carmarthen; Prince Philip Hospital in Llanelli; and Withybush Hospital in Haverfordwest
- Five community hospitals: Amman Valley and Llandovery hospitals in Carmarthenshire; Tregaron Hospital in Ceredigion; and Tenby and South Pembrokeshire hospitals in Pembrokeshire
- Two integrated care centres: Aberaeron and Cardigan in Ceredigion, and several other community settings
- 47 general practices (six of which are health board managed practices); dental practices (including four orthodontic); 97 community pharmacies; 43 general ophthalmic practices; and 8 ophthalmic domiciliary providers
- Numerous mental health and learning disabilities services
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full job description and person specification attached within the supporting documents.
The Health Board is committed to supporting its staff to fully embrace the need for bilingualism thereby enhancing patient and service user experiences. In our commitment to increase the number of staff who are able to communicate in Welsh with patients and professionals, we welcome applications from Welsh speakers.
The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable for this post. If you do not meet the Welsh Language requirements specified, the Health Board offers a variety of learning options and staff support to help you meet these minimal desirable requirements during the course of your employment with us.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full job description and person specification attached within the supporting documents.
The Health Board is committed to supporting its staff to fully embrace the need for bilingualism thereby enhancing patient and service user experiences. In our commitment to increase the number of staff who are able to communicate in Welsh with patients and professionals, we welcome applications from Welsh speakers.
The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable for this post. If you do not meet the Welsh Language requirements specified, the Health Board offers a variety of learning options and staff support to help you meet these minimal desirable requirements during the course of your employment with us.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Knowledge
Essential
- Level 3 qualification in Health (Allied Health Profession Support - Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy) or other equivalent training, qualifications or experience OR Level 3 experience with a willingness to complete relevant Level 3 qualification within a specified timescale after successful appointment
- Knowledge of therapy intervention (Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy) through acquired experience and/or training
- Numeracy and literacy to at least level 2 (GCSE or equivalent)
- I.T skills with good knowledge and application of Microsoft Office applications
Desirable
- Working knowledge of therapeutic equipment
- Knowledge of the roles of other staff groups in health and social care
- Trusted Assessor training in equipment and adaptations
- Knowledge of Health Board and priorities and practices
Experience
Essential
- Recent experience of working within a therapy service or other relevant field. This may include voluntary as well as paid experience
- Working with a variety of people with differing needs
- Working as part of a team
- Working independently
- Managing own time and prioritising activities
- Contributing to improving services
- Self-development and learning
Desirable
- Use of adapted techniques for improving patient independence
- Experience of working with groups
- Experience of working in a community setting
- Experience of using virtual communication platforms, i.e. Skype, Teams, Zoom
Language Skills
Desirable
Person Specification
Qualifications and Knowledge
Essential
- Level 3 qualification in Health (Allied Health Profession Support - Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy) or other equivalent training, qualifications or experience OR Level 3 experience with a willingness to complete relevant Level 3 qualification within a specified timescale after successful appointment
- Knowledge of therapy intervention (Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy) through acquired experience and/or training
- Numeracy and literacy to at least level 2 (GCSE or equivalent)
- I.T skills with good knowledge and application of Microsoft Office applications
Desirable
- Working knowledge of therapeutic equipment
- Knowledge of the roles of other staff groups in health and social care
- Trusted Assessor training in equipment and adaptations
- Knowledge of Health Board and priorities and practices
Experience
Essential
- Recent experience of working within a therapy service or other relevant field. This may include voluntary as well as paid experience
- Working with a variety of people with differing needs
- Working as part of a team
- Working independently
- Managing own time and prioritising activities
- Contributing to improving services
- Self-development and learning
Desirable
- Use of adapted techniques for improving patient independence
- Experience of working with groups
- Experience of working in a community setting
- Experience of using virtual communication platforms, i.e. Skype, Teams, Zoom
Language Skills
Desirable
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).
