Health Care Support Worker

Wales Medicines Strategy Group; Llandrindod Wells; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job description

Main area: General acute

Grade Band: 3

Contract: Fixed term - 12 months (to cover maternity leave)

Hours: Part time - 36 hours per week

Job ref: 070-ACS020-0325

Employer: Powys Teaching Health Board

Employer type: NHS

Site: Llandrindod Wells Memorial Hospital (Llandrindod Wells)

Town: Llandrindod Wells

Salary: £24,433 - £26,060 per annum

Salary period: Yearly

Closing: 20/04/2025 23:59

Health Care Support Worker

Band 3

Be part of a 'Healthy Caring Powys' and help us transform the way we provide health and care, so our communities can Start Well, Live Well and Age Well.

The salary scale above has been agreed as part of the NHS Agenda for Change pay award for 2024/2025 and will be implemented in November 2024 backdated to 1st April 2024 where applicable.

Job overview

We have an excellent opportunity for a Band 3 health care support worker to join our team. We are looking for a motivated, enthusiastic individual who can work well within a multi-disciplinary team and support the registrant to deliver a high standard of patient-focused care at the minor injury unit in Llandrindod Wells Hospital.

This busy unit attends to local residents and seasonal visitors and is staffed by designated MIU nurses. The unit is accessed by a variety of patients with different injuries.

Informal visits or inquiries are encouraged prior to the closing date.

Main duties of the job

1. To assist nursing staff and the multi-disciplinary team (MDT) in the assessment process by contributing to developing a picture of patients' needs.
2. To assist in the delivery of care as identified in the patient’s care plan, reporting observations on progress or deterioration to the Nurse in Charge/Clinical Lead.
3. To develop skills and experience at carrying out delegated duties in respect of the physical and psychological needs of the patient not always under the supervision of the Registered Nurse in charge.
4. To respect the patient/carers and representatives, being sensitive at all times to their views and wishes.
5. To maintain the dignity of the patient at all times and provide the maximum amount of privacy and respect.
6. To respect confidential information obtained in the course of one's duties, always referring to the Nurse in Charge/Clinical Lead.
7. To record specific patient observations as delegated by the qualified nurse, immediately reporting any changes.
8. To support patients with long-term conditions by undertaking screening activities as delegated by the Clinical Lead.

Working for our organisation

Being the smallest Health 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.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

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

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.

THIS POST IS FIXED TERM/SECONDMENT FOR 12 MONTHS DUE TO MATERNITY COVER.

IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN APPLYING FOR THE SECONDMENT POSITION, YOU MUST OBTAIN PERMISSION FROM YOUR CURRENT LINE MANAGER PRIOR TO APPLYING FOR THIS POST.

Person specification

• NVQ level 3 in Health and Social Care
• Experience working with multidisciplinary teams
• Good communication and interpersonal skills through written and verbal means
• Able to deal with stressful situations
• Understanding of care monitoring, audit, and evaluation of fundamentals of care
• Understanding of Health and Safety issues
• Flexible approach to the needs of the service
• ECDL or equivalent level of computer skills
• Aware of the needs of patients and their relatives/carers
• Ability to speak Welsh
• Good time management and ability to prioritise
• Able to work alone under the supervision of Clinical Lead
• Able to undertake extended tasks as required by the Clinical Lead

As a Health Board we embrace diversity and inclusion. We offer a supportive and welcoming place to work which is free from discrimination and fair in all our working practices.

We’ll value your contribution whether you’re looking for your first job, an apprenticeship, re-entering the workforce, or looking for a career change. Powys Teaching Health Board warmly welcomes all.

You can complete your application in Welsh or English, it’s entirely your choice. Once you’ve applied, we will keep you updated on the progress of your application, so be sure to check your emails regularly.

Interested in working with us, but haven’t found the right job opportunity yet, or you require some guidance with your application, please contact our Resourcing Team on 01874 712580 or e-mail [e-mail]. We’ll be happy to have an informal chat with you.

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This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.