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Cardiff and Vale University Health Board runs the University Hospital of Wales, one of the largest hospitals in Wales. Velindre provides specialist cancer services. Note that NHS Wales uses a health board structure rather than the trust model used in England. For band 4 healthcare assistant candidates, this page narrows the NHS market to roles with the same profession, level, and local hiring area so you can compare adverts before starting a supporting statement or Trac application.
Job Clerk is currently tracking 0 live band 4 healthcare assistant vacancies in Cardiff from 0 NHS employers. Review closing dates closely, because competitive NHS jobs can be shortlisted before the advertised closing date when enough strong applications arrive.
Salary varies by employer, contract type, rota pattern, and local supplements. Check each band 4 healthcare assistant vacancy in Cardiff for the advertised pay range and closing date.
Band expectations
- Foundation degree or equivalent qualification
- Nursing Associate qualification (for some roles)
- Relevant experience and competencies
- Ability to work autonomously within scope
Role evidence
- Recording and escalating vital signs observations (NEWS2, PEWS)
- Phlebotomy, ECGs, or wound care (where trained and competent)
- Supporting patients with nutrition, hydration, and mealtime assistance
- Infection prevention: hand hygiene, PPE, equipment decontamination
Common requirements
- Care Certificate (completed within first 12 weeks of starting)
- NVQ/QCF Level 2-3 in Health and Social Care (desirable)
- Previous care, support, or patient-facing experience (desirable)
- Manual handling certification (usually provided on induction)
Local employer context
Relevant NHS employers can include Cardiff and Vale University Health Board, Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board, and Velindre University NHS Trust. Compare person-spec criteria, rota pattern, site location, and application method before reusing supporting information between adverts.
Local practical context
Cardiff Central provides rail to London (2h) and Bristol (50 min). Some staff commute from the wider Vale of Glamorgan or South Wales valleys.
Housing costs are generally lower than comparable English cities. NHS Wales follows the same Agenda for Change structure and has matched England's pay rises. Wales offers free prescriptions for all residents. Working for a health board rather than a trust means your employer covers the full spectrum from primary to hospital care, so career moves across settings can happen within the same organisation.
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