Senior Healthcare Assistant


Location
Deeside, Wales
Salary
£26,813 - £27,890 per annum pro rata
Profession
Healthcare assistant
Grade
Band 3
Deadline
28 Oct 2026
Contract Type
Fixed term: 16 months (End Date - 19.02.2028)
Posted Date
21 Oct 2026
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Job requirements

Essential

2 listed

Requirements the employer expects applicants to meet.

  • NVQ 3

    NVQ 3 or Equivalent

  • Experience

    Healthcare experience

Desirable

2 listed

Additional qualities the employer would prefer.

  • NVQ 3

    Experience

  • Experience

    Outpatients Experience

Job overview

THIS POST IS FIXED TERM/SECONDMENT UNTIL 19/02/2028 TO MEET THE NEEDS OF THE SERVICE

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.

A well motivated, conscientious person is sought to work in a busy Outpatients Dept. The post will allow the individual to enhance their existing knowledge in a varied clinical setting.

The successful applicant will support the trained Nurse in various specialities ensuring that safe, quality and compassionate care is delivered.

The Outpatients Dept is constantly evolving with developments and added opportunities. A good communicator and team player is essential. An interest in Health Promotion is desirable.

A willingness to develop and practice new skills.

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

Main duties of the job

Works as part of the multidisciplinary team delivering care to patients within the outpatient setting under supervision provided by a registered healthcare 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/Trust 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.

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 Senior Healthcare Assistant with Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board in Deeside, Wales. It is listed as a Band 3 Healthcare assistant role. The advertised salary is £26,813 - £27,890 per annum pro rata. The contract type is Fixed term: 16 months (End Date - 19.02.2028). The application deadline is 28 Oct 2026.

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