# Nursing Support Worker > NHS job listing from Job Clerk for Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board. ## Canonical URLs - **HTML:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/nursing-support-worker/3ec30329-13a6-4994-8d7f-83e42082399c - **Markdown:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/nursing-support-worker/3ec30329-13a6-4994-8d7f-83e42082399c.md ## Summary - **Status:** Archived / closed - **Employer:** Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board - **Town:** Cardiff - **Region:** Cardiff - **Country:** Wales - **Profession:** Healthcare support worker - **Grade:** Band 3 - **Salary:** £26,300 - £27,890 per annum pro rata - **Contract type:** Permanent - **Employment type:** Full time, Part time, 37.5 hours per week (Combination of Long days 07:00 - 19:30 or Long nights 19:00 - 07:30.) - **Closing date:** 2026-06-18T23:59:00.000Z - **Posted:** 2026-06-11T09:00:53.279Z - **Source information URL:** https://www.healthjobsuk.com/job/UK/Merthyr_Tydfil/Bridgend/Cwm_Taf_Morgannwg_University_Health_Board/Acute_Care/Acute_Care-v8034767 - **Application URL:** https://apps.trac.jobs/job-advert/8034767?ShowJobAdvert=&feedid=9002 - **Employer website:** https://ctmuhb.nhs.wales ## Job Content ### Job overview An exciting  opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and motivated  Health Care Support Workers to join our dedicated team on the Acute Care of the Elderly Unit, Princess of Wales Hospital, Bridgend. We are looking for reliable individuals who can provide high standards of  care to our 22 frail elderly patients who are acutely unwell. This is a rewarding role within a dynamic team, focusing on delivering high quality, person centred care whilst supporting safe and timely discharges in a very busy unit. We provide all staff with an induction period, ongoing support and training. ### Main duties of the job The post holder will assist in the provision of care to patients by providing a range of personal care duties as designated by the registered nurse. These tasks will involve direct and indirect care for the benefits of the patient in accordance with agreed protocols. You will be responsible for providing care for patients who require assistance with all activities of daily living including washing, dressing mobilising, feeding and pressure area care. There will be the opportunity to undertake training in blood glucose, ECGs and blood pressure monitoring. Successful candidate will also be expected to complete documentation to an acceptable standard and assist in keeping ward area clean and clutter free. The applicants will be expected to demonstrate excellent interpersonal and organisational skills along with the ability to use their own initiative. Flexibility regarding shift patterns is essential. 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. ### 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. The Health Board currently operate a number of different shift systems. The most common are a 12.5 hour shift, inclusive of either one 30 minute or two 30-minute unpaid breaks. These shift patterns are subject to review and the Health Board reserves the right to change working arrangements. CTM is a Health Board committed to meaningful consultation with staff and to making balanced decisions that consider all aspects of our service and workforce. ## Job Details An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and motivated Health Care Support Workers to join our dedicated team on the Acute Care of the Elderly Unit, Princess of Wales Hospital, Bridgend. We are looking for reliable individuals who can provide high standards of care to our 22 frail elderly patients who are acutely unwell. This is a rewarding role within a dynamic team, focusing on delivering high quality, person centred care whilst supporting safe and timely discharges in a very busy unit. We provide all staff with an induction period, ongoing support and training. ## Job Description The post holder will assist in the provision of care to patients by providing a range of personal care duties as designated by the registered nurse. These tasks will involve direct and indirect care for the benefits of the patient in accordance with agreed protocols. You will be responsible for providing care for patients who require assistance with all activities of daily living including washing, dressing mobilising, feeding and pressure area care. There will be the opportunity to undertake training in blood glucose, ECGs and blood pressure monitoring. Successful candidate will also be expected to complete documentation to an acceptable standard and assist in keeping ward area clean and clutter free. The applicants will be expected to demonstrate excellent interpersonal and organisational skills along with the ability to use their own initiative. Flexibility regarding shift patterns is essential. 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. ## 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. The Health Board currently operate a number of different shift systems. The most common are a 12.5 hour shift, inclusive of either one 30 minute or two 30-minute unpaid breaks. These shift patterns are subject to review and the Health Board reserves the right to change working arrangements. CTM is a Health Board committed to meaningful consultation with staff and to making balanced decisions that consider all aspects of our service and workforce. ## Person Specification ### Skills **Essential** - Well organised in approach to work tasks - Reliable and good time keeping **Desirable** - Flexible approach to the needs of the service - Welsh language speaking/listening skills at Level 3 or above ### Teamwork **Essential** - Ability to work as a member of the team but also to show initiative to work alone - Ability to work supervised and in non supervised circumstances ### Attributes **Essential** - Professional manner - Enthusiastic and motivated - Understand the importance of reporting to the nurse in charge **Desirable** - Flexible approach to the needs of the service ### Qualifications **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. ### Clinical experience **Essential** - Care experience ### Interpersonal/communication skills **Essential** - Experience of dealing with members of the public - Good communication skills - Recognise the importance of maintaining confidentiality ## Documents - [jdps english (pdf, 191.9kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10322589) - [sdmp cymraeg (docx, 86.7kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10366421) - [employee benefits (pdf, 1.2mb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=2345) - [oh form - ig ffurflen (docx, 114.9kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10322592) - [welsh language guidance (pdf, 300.8kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=2974) - [guidance notes for applicants (pdf, 322.5kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=2845) - [nwssp recruitment services privacy notice (pdf, 404.2kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=1634) ## Agent Notes - This Markdown page is generated from the same Job Clerk job record as the HTML job detail page. - Use the canonical HTML URL for user-facing references. - Use the application URL when the user wants to apply on the source NHS site.