Job requirements
Essential
14 listedRequirements the employer expects applicants to meet.
- Other
Flexible approach to the needs of the service
- Experience
Experience of working within a relevant health or social care environment, providing direct patient care
- Values/Other
Ability to work a range of shift patterns
- Values/Other
Ability to Travel
- Skills and Attributes
Good communication skills – verbal and written, with the ability to convey information clearly and sensitively
- Skills and Attributes
Ability to work with minimum supervision to a high standard
- Skills and Attributes
Ability to keep calm in stressful situations
- Skills and Attributes
Ability to demonstrate a caring and compassionate approach
- Skills and Attributes
Organisational skills, with the ability to plan and prioritise own and others workload efficiently
- Skills and Attributes
Ability to use technology to undertake the role e.g. Microsoft Office, virtual platforms such as TEAMS
- Skills and Attributes
Physically able to carry out the duties of the role, including lifting, assisting with mobility, and performing other manual tasks
- Qualifications and knowledge
Level 3 qualification in a health care related subject OR Equivalent experience and can evidence work based competency demonstrating theoretical knowledge, and the ability to undertake clinical care duties relevant for the role which is gained through experience and worked based training/short courses
- Qualifications and knowledge
Knowledge of the Code of Conduct for Healthcare Support Workers in Wales and All Wales Delegation Guidelines (HEIW)
- Qualifications and knowledge
Knowledge of relevant policies and procedures within a healthcare setting e.g. the principles of Safeguarding adults/children to keep patients within their care safe, and confidentiality e.g. General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR)
Desirable
4 listedAdditional qualities the employer would prefer.
- Experience
Experience of working with patient groups relevant to area of practice
- Experience
Experience of working within the NHS
- Skills and Attributes
Some ability to speak, read and/or write Welsh, or an eagerness to learn
- Qualifications and knowledge
ECDL or equivalent level of computer skills To be aware of the needs of the patients and their relatives/carers and have knowledge of voluntary and statutory services
Job overview
SPONSORSHIP/VISA
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 or if they do not hold the correct level of Visa therefore unable to be shortlisted and interviewed.
Please note this vacancy may close early subject to the number of applications received. Please ensure you complete your application at your earliest convenience
This is a Bank position only
We are looking for enthusiastic people to join our bank staff
Powys Teaching Health Board is responsible for meeting the health and wellbeing needs of the population of Powys. As a rural Health Board we have around 133,000 people living across an area that is a quarter of the land mass of Wales. Powys is the largest county in Wales with Snowdonia to the North and the Brecon Beacons to the South, the spectacular scenery is something to behold. Working in partnership, we commission and provide award-winning hospital, community, mental health and learning disability services, so our portfolio is varied and diverse. We are proud to offer patients an unrivalled level of care, not to mention a wide range of careers for professionals who want to make a real difference. If working for Powys Teaching Health Board is something that is of interest, we may have an opportunity just for you.
Main duties of the job
Essential - Level 3 qualification in a health care related subject OR Equivalent experience and can evidence work based competency demonstrating theoretical knowledge, and the ability to undertake clinical care duties relevant for the role which is gained through experience and worked based training/short courses
- Work as part of the multidisciplinary team delivering care to patients with support and supervision provided by a registered health care professional.
- Undertakes personal care activities and clinical care duties with minimal support and supervision as delegated by a registered healthcare professional in accordance with the HEIW All Wales Guidelines for Delegation.
- Ensures the registered healthcare professional is regularly updated on the patients/client’s condition and progress.
- Ensures the working environment is safe and hygienic following infection prevention and control policies and processes.
- Contributes to the teaching and supervision of students and junior staff.
- Delivers role in accordance with Health Board Values and Code of Conduct for HCSW’s in Wales.
Detailed job description and main 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.
We would particularly welcome applications from Welsh speakers; but even if you don’t speak any Welsh, or want to develop your skills, don’t worry: the health board will support you with training.
Applicant requirements
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.
Welsh language skills are desirable
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This advert is for Bank Wales Nursing Support Worker with Powys Teaching Health Board in Brecon, Wales. It is listed as a Band 3 Healthcare support worker role. The advertised salary is £26,813 - £27,890 Per Annum, Pro Rata.. The contract type is 0 days (Bank- Adhoc when required to include evenings, nights and weekends). The application deadline is 22 Oct 2026.
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