Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board

Health Care Support Worker, Maternity

The closing date is 01 January 2026

Job summary

An opportunity is available within our Maternity Antenatal Clinic in Prince Charles Hospital for an enthusiastic, flexible Health Care Support Worker.

Main duties of the job

An opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, flexible and motivated Band 2 Health Care Support Worker with an interest in patient care services to join our friendly, busy team.

The successful applicant will be based at the antenatal clinic, Prince Charles Hospital and Ysbyty Cwm Cynon Hospital, but maybe expected to work at other sites within Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board as required.

Applicants will be employed on a permanent contract basis.

This is an exciting role for the successful applicant.

The Post Holder will undertake delegated duties, under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse or Midwife, and following a period of training and completion of core competencies.

This post does not carry managerial responsibility. They will always work under the direction and supervision of a qualified member of staff.

Welsh Skills Desirable: This post is advertised as Welsh Desirable. This doesn't mean essential; whilst the candidate doesn't need to have skills in Welsh, we'll consider it an advantage when short-listing and selecting candidates. This isn't 'fluency', just Speaking & Listening skills at Level 3 (equivalent to CEFR B2) or above. Level 3 means basic conversations with patients about their everyday health. For more information, see 'Welsh Language Guidance' in the documents right at the bottom.

About us

Cwm Taf Morgannwg (CTM) University Health Board, part of NHS Wales, serves a large population across a diverse and beautiful region, steeped in history and heritage. With nearly 13,500 staff, our health board is one of Wales's largest employers.

Together, we are Team CTM; a workforce dedicated to offering excellent patient care and support to the 450,000 people across our three regions, Bridgend, Merthyr Tydfil, and Rhondda Cynon Taf. We operate three District General hospitals, several community hospitals, primary and community care facilities.

CTM's location offers the best of South Wales, just 20 minutes from Cardiff's vibrant city life, the natural beauty of the Brecon Beacons, and the serene coastline at Ogmore. Whether you enjoy lively urban amenities, peaceful countryside, or seaside escapes, our location makes an ideal setting for both work and personal life.

Our CTM 2030 Strategy--Our Health, Our Future--focuses on uniting our region around shared health and wellbeing goals. Our values guide us daily:

o We listen, learn, and improve

o We treat everyone with respect

o We work together as one team

CTM employees enjoy benefits including; a leading pension, generous leave, flexible work, career growth, and access to ongoing learning and development.

At CTM, you'll find a welcoming, team-oriented workplace that values diversity and compassion, where you can take pride in your work and the difference it makes.

Details

Date posted

29 December 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£24,833 a year per annum pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

110-ACS333-1225

Job locations

Prince Charles Hospital

Gurnos Road

Merthyr

CF47 9DT


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

Knowledge

Essential

  • Good general education

Desirable

  • NVQ 2/3

Experience

Desirable

  • Previous experience of working in a health care setting

Skills

Essential

  • Good communication- verbal and written

Desirable

  • IT skills including email and internet
  • Welsh language speaking/listening skills at Level 3 or above
Person Specification

Knowledge

Essential

  • Good general education

Desirable

  • NVQ 2/3

Experience

Desirable

  • Previous experience of working in a health care setting

Skills

Essential

  • Good communication- verbal and written

Desirable

  • IT skills including email and internet
  • Welsh language speaking/listening skills at Level 3 or above

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

Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board

Address

Prince Charles Hospital

Gurnos Road

Merthyr

CF47 9DT


Employer's website

https://joinctm.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board

Address

Prince Charles Hospital

Gurnos Road

Merthyr

CF47 9DT


Employer's website

https://joinctm.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

OperationalClinical Lead of Antenatal Clinics

Joelene Hoskins

Joelene.Hoskins@wales.nhs.uk

07867372603

Details

Date posted

29 December 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£24,833 a year per annum pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

110-ACS333-1225

Job locations

Prince Charles Hospital

Gurnos Road

Merthyr

CF47 9DT


Supporting documents

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