Apprentice Health Care Support Worker

NHS; Rhyl; Remote; GBP 11,000 - 14,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Family-friendly benefits

Work-life balance policies

All Wales NHS HCA Induction within 3 I

Job summary

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board in North Wales invites applicants to begin a career in healthcare through an apprenticeship focused on nursing support. You will be mentored, gain practical exposure, and work towards a formal HCA qualification with structured training pathways.

The role emphasises caring, communication, and resilience, with a commitment to equality and diversity and family-friendly policies across NHS North Wales.

Qualifications

• Be at least 17 years and 9 months of age or over at the expected commencement date.
• Have good numeracy and literacy skills.
• Have excellent communication skills.
• Be able to demonstrate a caring and compassionate disposition for healthcare work.

Responsibilities

• Undergo full training by supervising staff as part of the apprenticeship.
• Gain practical health care support skills and learn on the job.
• Work towards the Level 2 Health Care Assistant qualification within 2 years.
• Engage with a structured development pathway within NHS North Wales.

Skills

Age requirement

Numeracy skills

Literacy skills

Excellent communication

Caring and compassionate

Job description

If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and 'Proud to Lead' competence framework.

The organisation is currently undertaking a comprehensive operating model review and change programme to ensure we are best positioned for the future, creating exciting opportunities to shape how we work and deliver for the people of North Wales.

Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the "Disability Confident Employer" scheme. We also offer a number of family-friendly benefits, including work-life balance policies.

Job overview

Do you want to start a career in nursing?

Take your first step into a career in healthcare with an exciting opportunity at Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board, working in partnership with a college of further education. The apprenticeship offers a supportive pathway into nursing, helping you gain valuable experience to launch your career.

• Be at least 17 years and 9 months of age or over at the expected commencement date
• Have good numeracy and literacy skills
• Have excellent communication skills
• Be able to demonstrate a caring and compassionate disposition and the commitment to work in a challenging but rewarding health care environment

As an apprentice, you can expect from us:

Full training by:

• Working alongside experienced staff to support you and help gain the practical skills you need
• Learning job-specific skills
• Achieving the "All Wales NHS HCA Induction within 3 months of commencement
• Achieving a Level 2 vocational qualification as a Health Care Assistant within 2 years